Gerald Holcomb

Holcomb, Gerald Eugene OREGON-Gerald Eugene "Gene" "Jerry" Holcomb, age 72, of Oregon, passed away unexpectedly at home on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. He was born on Nov. 30, 1936, in Blanchardville, the son of Clarence and Clarice (Roberts) Holcomb. Jerry graduated from Verona High School. In 1955, he enlisted in the U. S. Army and served in Germany. In 1958, Jerry married Gladys Olson. He was a driver for Badger Coaches until he retired. Jerry was with his companion, Carol Kleven for more than 20 years. He enjoyed NASCAR, traveling, and Wisconsin Badgers women's basketball. Jerry is survived by his companion, Carol Kleven of Oregon; children, Cathie Wethal (Mike Blood) of Madison, Tami Noyce (Steve) of Oregon, Tracie (Dave) Kluever of Oregon, and Jodeen (Kurt) Knoble of Oregon; step-son, Christopher Dollard of Madison; randchildren, Matthew (Valerie), Tabatha, Jenna, Marc, Nicole, Benjamin, Steven, Cynara, Julie and Nicholas;great-grandsons, Nick and Jaymeson; a brother, Clifford Holcomb; sister-in-law, Mary (Tony) Geier;and many nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Geraldine Glasier; and sister-in-law, Mari Holcomb. Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL HOME, 431 Soden Drive, Oregon, at noon on Saturday, July 18, 2009. Visitation will be at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Center431 Soden Drive(608)835-2515www.gundersonfh.com Visitation: Visitation will be at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service. Service: Funeral services will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL HOME, 431 Soden Drive, Oregon, at noon on Saturday, July 18, 2009.