Jerry D. Fish, 73, passed away on Thursday, September 30, 2021 in Braselton, Georgia.
Born on July 15, 1948 in Newark, Ohio he was the son of Kermit and Mary Alice (Long) Fish.
His senior class at LaVille High School would be the first class to graduate in 1966. Jerry met this amazing woman Susan from her best friend who happened to be dating Jerry’s best friend. They would unite in marriage at Sunrise Chapel in Plymouth of Friday the 13th in June of 1969. They would share 52 wonderful years of marriage together.
On March 6, 1969 he enlisted into the Army at Ft. Leonard Wood, MO attending Fixed Plant Carrier Equipment Repair Course or a radio repairman and attached to the signal corps. Jerry would serve in the Vietnam War from 1970 to 1971. He would teach communications throughout his military career until he was honorably discharged in 1972 from Ft. Monmouth, NJ as a Specialist 5.
After his service he would go to work for the United Telephone Company which would later become Sprint for 22 years. Once he retired from Sprint, he went to work for State Farm Insurance for 7 years.
Jerry loved driving his jeep with Susan on many trips with their family-oriented club called “Southern Jeeps.” Jerry enjoyed camping, canoeing and working in his workshop. He was devoted to his wife and his family, leaving behind a legacy of love, integrity, giving and putting his family first before anything else. He never went without saying, “I love you,” to his family each and every day.
He is survived by his wife Susan of Lawrenceville, GA; sons: Scott A. Fish of Winder, GA; Chris (Marlene) Fish of Dacula, GA; brother Larry (Kathy) Fish of Rescue, CA; sister Nancy (Ronald) Hensley of Argos; aunt Delores Long of Plymouth; grandchildren: Christina (Jack) Barbella, Caitlyn Fish, C.J. Fish and Hannah Aloisio; great-grandchildren, Connor Jack Barbella and Sabrina M.A.E. Barbella.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Kermit and Mary Alice, sister-in-law Cynthia (Kirkley) Smith as well as several aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 8, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Tom Anders officiating.
Please click the link below to live-stream the funeral service on Friday, October 8th at 11:00AM:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86945159016
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery with military honors with the U.S. Army Honor Guard, the Plymouth American Legion Post #27 and the Veterans of Foreign War- Marshall County Post 1162.
Kellie Valentine says
Susie and family,
Sending prayers of comfort to you. So sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing.
Greg & Diana Nielsen says
Susie,
Keeping you and your family in our thoughts.
Sincerely,
Greg and Diana Nielsen
Victoria L Parker says
Our hearts goes out to you at the loss of your amazing husband. Please reach out if you need anything.
Kerry and Victoria Parker
Ren and Beverly Van Gilder says
We are so very sorry, about the loss, of your precious husband. We send you our love.
Ren and Beverly (White) Van Gilder
Jan Warner Kinney says
Susie, So sorry for your loss. It certainly sound like you had a fulfilling life together. May memories of good times help you through this time.
Janet Luce says
Susie, I’m so, so sorry!! It’s so heart breaking that I just can’t find the words to say. Jerry is finally out of pain and now smiling once again! I’ll always see his smile when I think of him. Continued prayers for you all that God will wrap his arms around you and comfort you in this time of grief. Love you Susie. Janet and Lucky
Joe Polk says
Thinking of your family at this difficult time and wishing you peace.
Sincerely,
Joe Polk
Linda Miller Inoue says
Susie, Larry, Nancy & Families
During this sad & difficult time, please know that you are not alone. Sharing your loss with deepest sympathy.
Each & every one of us has cherished memories of Jerry to carry in our hearts. May these memories comfort us all, until we meet again🙏🏻
Suzanne Gibson says
WE THE MEMBERS OF THE VFW AUXILIARY 1162 PLYMOUTH INDIANA
ARE SADDEN TO HEAR OF JERRY’S PASSING OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS
WE WANT TO THANK AND HONOR HIM FOR HIS SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUXILIARY 1162
CHAPLAIN
vfwpost1162@gmail.com
Debbie “Mrs. Gator Fall says
My husband, Mike Fall “Gator” to his older friends, spoke of Jerry and the Fish family often. Seemed they had a very long friendship. Having lost Mike in February it is sad that we have lost two very special men this year. But it helps knowing that they are in Heaven getting caught up with the old days! Sending up prayers to the whole family during this time.
Karen Simmons says
Sending my condolences and prayers to your family. GCPD family loves you!
Donna Taber Whitmer says
Dear Susie & Family,
I’m so sorry to learn of your loss. May God hold you close as you go forward. My sympathy to you all…
Janice Berger says
Sending prayers and condolences to Larry and Kathy. I remember your brother from our school days. My the wonderful memories you have of your brother bring your comfort.💙🙏🏻💙
Jim Long says
Susie, So very sorry to hear about Jerry. I just wanted to wish you the most heartfelt sympathies. Jerry was a great guy and will be missed by everyone. Love and Sympathy, Jim Long
Jeanne Glaub Boomershine says
Susan, I was so saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing, you have been on my mind ever since, my heart aches for you. I will keep you and family in my prayers. May God Bless,
Aaron Fish says
Aunt Susie, Scott, Chris & Family. I’m sorry for your loss and this difficult time. Uncle Jerry will be missed. Sorry we were unable to attend. God Bless you all!