Gerald T. "Jerry" Holly, 57, of Kenosha, died Friday, November 10th, 2006, at his residence. Born April 14, 1949, in Kenosha, he was a son of the late Floyd and Gladys (Hartl) Holly. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he received his education in local schools. He enlisted in the U.S. Marines on February 14, 1968, and was honorably discharged October 3, 1969, attaining the rank of Corporal. For his service, he received the Vietnam campaign and service medal, a combat action ribbon, the bronze star and the Purple Heart. Jerry was formerly employed at AMC/Chrysler for 18 years. He then worked for the U.S. government, at the Great Lakes Naval Base, as a police officer for 17 years. He was a member of the Vietnam Tankers Association, the Fraternal Order of Police, enjoyed hunting and golf, traveling "up north" to relax at the cabin, hanging out with friends and family, and watching the Packers and Notre Dame. He is survived by his wife, Linda (Pofahl) Holly of Kenosha; a son, Brett (Melanie) Holly of Howards Grove; two daughters, Lisa (Steve) Lampada of Kenosha and Tonja (Rob) Randolph of Denver, CO; a sister, Janet (Glenn) Hackler of Peoria, AZ; four grandchildren, Jacob and Hannah Lampada and Ashley and Casey Randolph; and his previous wife, Mary Holly. He was preceded in death by a brother, Ronnie Holly. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 14th, from Proko Funeral Home & Crematory at 1:30 pm. Interment to follow at St. James Cemetery with full military honors. Visitation will be held on Tuesday at the funeral home from 10:30 am until 1:30 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family to distribute between the Vietnam Tankers Association and Hospice Alliance.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Mary Anne Hunt
Linda, I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I want to thank you again for your kind and gracious behavior during Tonja's & my visit. I am happy that Jerry had you and his children in his life to help him through his devastating illness. You will always have a place to visit in Colorado. Warm regards, Mary Anne Hunt
Sandy & Joe Merlo & Family
We are so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this sad time. Jerry has been a good friend for many, many years. We will miss him! We are also so sorry that we couldn't be there for the funeral. We are happy though that we got to see and talk to Jerry when we were in Kenosha for Brett's wedding. God Bless each & everyone of you!
Jeff and Michele Linders
Please accept our condolences. Jerry was a great guy with a great outlook on life. We haven't seen him much over the last few years, but we will think of him fondly each Sunday when we watch the Packer games.Regards,Jeff and Michele Linders
Jo-Ann (Gallo) Nemeth
Dear Janet and family, How sadden I was to hear that Jerry has gone home. I have so many wonderful memories of the good times we shared up in Crivitz. Know that you are in my thought and prayers at this difficult time. May it gives you comfort knowing that Jerry is in the arms of your wonderful parents and Ronnie. Again my prayers our with you,JoAnn
Michelle Paradise
Dear Janet ~ I am sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kevin Smith
Holly family, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Take care and God bless.
Thomas W. Hartl
I am so sad to hear of Jerry passing. I only wish I had taken the time to call after I got back from Florida. Had I known he was so sick I certainly would have. I will miss Jerry, he was a great person, my favorite cousin. Last year I met him up in Iola where he was deer hunting.We had a fun time meeting at the local bar afterwards and talking about the good old days. We both went deer hunting up there as far back as 1964, and I still have 8mm movies of the trip. I'll miss ya Jerry, bless your heart.Tom
Tonja
I wish I could be there with you all during this time. Thank you very much for welcoming me into your home and giving me time with my dad. I hope that you all get through this loss with the comfort of each other. Embrace each other and remember all of the love and joy he brought to your lives. My prayers are with you!
Ron Benhoff
I had the pleasure of meeting Jerry during our days of playing fastpitch for Burger Chef and Kenosha Tire. Jerry was always a fun guy to be around and was one heck of a ballplayer. He will truly be missed.My thoughts and prayers are with Linda and the kids.Sincerely,Ron BenhoffAhwatukee, AZ
Beverly Luciani
I don't know if you remember us, but I am Larry Luciani's mother. Gerry and Larry were great friends and more or less grew up together. They were both in the marines and Larry died there.I just saw Gerry at Proko funeral home where he came to pay his respects to my husband who passed away April 1, 2006.Gerry was like a son to me......I will pray for him and for you.