Louis F. Jerger Jr. age 92, passed away peacefully at the home of his daughter in Freeville on Monday, October 14, 2024.
Lou was born in Bridgeport, OH on December 19, 1931, a son of the late Louis and Minerva (nee Gary) Jerger Sr. He was inducted into the US Air Force in 1951 and proudly served his country during the Korean War until 1955 and was discharged from Sampson Air Force Base. Lou was married to Shirley McGlaughlin in 1951 and enjoyed a long career at the Interlaken Post Office. He was actively involved in Farmerville Union F&AM Lodge #183 of Interlaken, Royal Arch Masons of Trumansburg, Commandery #17, Knights of the York Cross, a Shriner, and OES South Seneca Chapter #200. In addition, Lou had been a faithful and founding member of Christ Lutheran Church in Sheldrake. Lou’s friendly smile, kind personality and genuine caring demeanor were known by all he encountered, which led to many lifelong friendships.
He is survived by his children; Chris (Pam) of Littleton, CO, Joseph (Amparo) of Sanford, FL and Cheryl (William) Hoyte of Freeville, NY, 6 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife (Shirley), a son (Jerry), his sister (Sue and Bob Miller), in-laws and nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Michelle and Sara, who helped take care of Lou the last couple of years.
The family will receive friends at Covert Funeral Home in Ovid from 11:00 to Noon on Friday, November 1, 2024. Masonic Rites at 11:45, funeral services to follow. Interment with military honors will follow at Lake View Cemetery in Interlaken. Kindly consider a donation in Lou’s memory to Christ Lutheran Church, c/o Vicky Hancy, 2701 Stout Road, Ovid, NY 14521.
Friday, November 1, 2024
11:00am - 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
Covert Funeral Home
Friday, November 1, 2024
Starts at 11:45 am (Eastern time)
Covert Funeral Home
Friday, November 1, 2024
Starts at 12:00 pm (Eastern time)
Covert Funeral Home
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