Jerome William Braier

Braier, Jerome W. "Jerry" MADISON-Jerome W. "Jerry" Braier, age 83, passed away on Thursday, July 2, 2015, at his home. He was born on Sept. 18, 1931, in Milwaukee, the son of William and Elizabeth (Greenwood) Braier. Jerry married Teresa Kaczmarek on Feb. 2, 1952, in Milwaukee. He was an active member of St. Dennis Catholic Church, participating as a lector, calling BINGO and serving as a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jerry was known for his sense of humor. He was a member of the männerchor and enjoyed golfing, bowling, watching sports, playing cards, and scrabble. Jerry especially loved the time spent with his family. He worked for Citgo Petroleum for 42 years and upon retirement, volunteered for the St. Vincent Society. Jerry is survived by his four children, Thomas (Margaret) of Delafield, Ronald (Linda) of Elm Grove, Annette (Andrew) Feltz of Madison and Robert (Gail) of Fitchburg; nine grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Odeal Perlson; brothers, George, John (Berdyne) and James (Audrey); and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; and his wife, Teresa. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. DENNIS CATHOLIC CHURCH, 505 Dempsey Road, Madison, at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, July 8, 2015. Burial will be held at Highland Memory Gardens. Visitation will be held at the GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July, 7, 2015, and at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608)221-5420