Jerry Sergent
February 22, 1970 - March 27, 2017
Obituary
OREGON/BROOKLYN-Jerome J. "Jerry" Sergent, age 47, of Brooklyn, passed away at home on Monday, March 27, 2017, surrounded by his family. He was born on Feb. 22, 1970, in Madison, the son of Judy Finberg and Jerry J. Ackerman. He graduated from Stoughton High School, then served in the U.S. Army during Desert Storm from 1989-1991. Jerry married Angela Smith on March 9, 2017, in Madison. He was an electrician and worked many years for Schultz Electric. Jerry enjoyed spending time with his sons, especially coaching them in baseball and football, hunting, and doing just about anything outdoors. He also loved Badger sporting events and spending time with his family. After Jerry's diagnosis with Sarcoma Cancer in 2009, he became actively involved with Gilda's Club, and volunteered at Agrace HospiceCare and Camp Kesem-UW-Madison. Jerry is survived by his wife, Angela; sons, Mason and Tanner; step-son, Devin Friedrich; step-daughter, Alana Friedrich; and many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his father; grandfather, Frank Ackerman; and grandmother, Regina Ackerman. A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held during a Memorial Gathering at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St., Oregon, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. with Military Honors being conducted at 7 p.m., on Friday, March 31, 2017. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Jack and Jill Late Stage Cancer Foundation, 3282 Northside Parkway NW, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30327, Camp Kesem-UW Madison, 333 E. Campus Mall, Mailbox 104, Madison, WI 53715, or Gilda's Club, 7907 UW Health Ct., Middleton, WI 53562. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson Oregon
Funeral & Cremation Care
1150 Park St.
(608) 835-3515
Events
Memorial Gathering
Fri Mar 31, 2017 @ 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Oregon • 1150 Park Street, Oregon, WI 53575
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JUDY FINBERG
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MY LOVE AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF YOU
I WILL MISS YOU SON YOU ARE IN MY HEART FOR EVER
I LOVE YOU SON
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George Sergent
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For my brother, family, and friends, you are all in my prayers and forever in my heart. Jerry, I will always remember the things we did as kids, all the nights we laid awake talking about what we were going to be or what we would do when we grew up. Life happened and led us on different paths but my love for you never changed. You grew into a wonderful person and a great father. You will always inspire me to be a better person. You will always be my kid brother and the memories of me and you will live in my heart forever. I love you.
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Jordan Smith
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I miss Jerry so much, I think about him everyday, when I wake up, throughout school, when I get home from school, and when I go to bed. Sometimes, I talk to him, just to see if he is there. I know that sounds crazy, but I just miss him. I didn't know him as long, but my family and I had really fun times with him. We would always see him with that big smile on his face, that's what I loved about him. I wish he was still here, but he is a better place now, up there, no more pain or suffering, he is free. He is here, always, in my heart, and everyone else's that he touched. I miss you Jerry! I love you, you're my angel. I'll see you soon! <3
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Jim Champagne
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As both friend and family, I'll always remember Jerry's 'Gusto' in life. Mostly the pace he'd set while hiking in the woods to his hunting stand. Always congenial , he was a sincere man of true character. A hero to us all in life and in his passing. We'll miss you for years to come! -Jimmy
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Susan Blue
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Jerry, I have so much admiration and respect for the strength and courage you always possessed throughout this journey in your life. I am so glad you had the love and comfort of so many loved ones to surround you. You are incredible Jerry. You are loved and will be missed. It was a pleasure knowing you over the years.
Sue Blue #159, IBEW