Gerald LaVerne Wrend
February 29, 1928 - May 07, 2019
Obituary
MADISON-Gerald L. Wrend “Jerry”, age 91, of Madison, passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019, at Agrace HospiceCare. He was born on Feb. 29, 1928, in Madison, the son of Sebastian “Ben” and Ruby (Berg) Wrend. Jerry graduated from Madison East High School in 1945, and served in the U. S. Navy on the U.S.S. Pasadena during World War II. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1949. Jerry was united in marriage to Aileen Morgan on Sept. 21, 1947, in Madison. He worked as a district manager for Dean Foods for 40 years. Jerry enjoyed golfing, fishing and traveling. He followed the Kentucky Derby faithfully, having attended many times. Jerry was a handyman who loved woodworking and was a master when it came to grilling and cooking breakfasts. Jerry is survived by his daughters, Amy Crave, Teresa Konkel and Janet Wrend-Cleary; daughter-in-law, Jodi Wrend; son-in-law, Joe Dempsey; sister, Patsy Armsted; 11 grandchildren; two step-grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and several nieces and a nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Aileen; daughter, Cheryl Dempsey; son, David Wrend ; brothers, Ramon Wrend and David Wrend; and son-in-law, John Crave. A memorial gathering celebrating both Gerald and Aileen will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 9 a.m. until 12 noon on Saturday, June 8, 2019. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park, Monona. Memorials may be made to Salvation Army of Dane County, Wounded Warrior Project, and Badger Honor Flight. A special thank you to St Mary’s Hospital, SSM Health at Home and Agrace HospiceCare for their care and compassion for Jerry. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Memorial Gathering
Sat Jun 8, 2019 @ 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Betty Noel
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Jerry made a Rack of Lamb for Two that was out of this world! Maybe that was because of the “2” grinds of black pepper. Jerry was ALWAYS exact about his measurements. He must have made hundreds of gin and tonics but each drink was carefully measured with the lime cut precisely into eight wedges! He was the best!
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Marcy Johnson
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I remember the day well that I met Jerry. He walked into our office with a brochure in his hand and asked if anyone was familiar with Alaska Sightseeing, Cruise West. I said I was and that began our travel relationship. He and Aileen were such a joy to work with, not only on this Alaska trip, but also on one to Ashville, NC and a three week trip to Italy. They both had such unforgettable personalities.