Jerry
R.
Joley
Obituary
Gerald R. Joley, 81, of Fort Wayne, died Thursday April 27, 2023. Jerry was born in Ithaca Michigan on July 27, 1941, the son of (the late) Howard Joley, who died in WWII and Donna (Krepps) Joley Harnick. He was raised by his mother and his stepfather, (the late) Jack Harnick. After graduating from Davison High School in Burton MI, Jerry attended Michigan State University. He married Jean (Kanary) Joley on December 30, 1967. Jerry retired as the Sales Manager for Falstaff Brewing Corp. but returned to school and earned additional degrees from IPFW which allowed him the credentials to pursue his second career as a counselor at Park Center. He was a member of St. Jude Catholic Church, active in Christ Renews His Parish, and was a member of St. Charles Knights of Columbus Council #451. Jerry was an avid fan of Detroit Tigers baseball, and he cherished the time he spent with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. He is survived by his wife Jean Joley and their children, Dan (Cindy) Joley of Hayama, Kanagawa (Japan), Pat (Gretchen) Joley, Matt (Amber) Joley, Katie (John) Otto, David (Samantha) Joley, all of Fort Wayne and Courtney (Chris) Lawhead of Fishers; his brother, Brad (Jackie) Harnick of Swartz Creek MI; 20 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. Mass of Christian Resurrection 10:30am Tuesday May 9, 2023 in St. Jude Catholic Church, 2155 Randallia Dr. with visitation from 9:30-10:30am in the church. Visitation also from 4-8pm Monday at Divine Mercy Funeral Home, 3500 Lake Ave. The family’s preferred memorial is Saint Anne Home and Retirement Community, online at sacfw.org or by mail to 1900 Randallia Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46805.
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To Jean and the entire Joley Family,
I am so sorry about the passing of your jerry He was such an amazing person and I believe one of my biggest supporters when I coached. He always had a smile on his face. I will miss his smile and laughter but you so many great memories to share. May he rest in peace.
Dear Courtney and family. We are thinking of you in this difficult time. May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you.
We are sending prayers of strength and love as you go through this difficult time. Andrew has shared some fond memories with us and we hope you lean on these good times to get you through.
To Jean and family. I am so sorry for your loss. May each of you be surrounded with God’s love and experience
His comforting presence and peace in the days ahead. Mary Haverstick
I will always cherish the memories of our times together on this earth. You truly were a ray of sunshine to everyone that you met. I love you Grandpa.
Dear Jean and family, so sorry for the loss of Jerry. I have known him for over 46 years and I know how much he loved and adored his family. Jean, you and Jerry loved each other dearly for over 55 years and I know you gave him the opportunity to live his very best life for these last many years. So lucky to have each other. Love you, Rhonda
Dear Jean and Family,
My sympathy is with you on the passing of your dear Jerry. Know that your love and care extended his life and brought him happiness.
Dan,
Words cannot truly express how sorry I am for your loss. I hope you and your family can come together and find peace during this tragic time. Sending love and hugs to the entire Joley family <3
Joley family,
We offer our deepest sympathies to all of you. May God provide great comfort during this difficult time. And may you find comfort in all your precious memories.
Michael and Kelley Ginther
Dear Jean, Dave, Sammy and all the Joley’s, so sorry to hear the sad news. I was able to offer a requiem mass on Saturday the day after he passed. He was a great man as is evidenced by the great charity of his wife and the great character of all his children. May Our Lady of Sorrows send her angels to guide, protect and comfort you! God bless!