McClimon, Gerald J. "Jerry"

MCCLIMON, ANDERSON, ANDERSEN, GIUNTA

Posted By: Ruth Maring - VOLUNTEER
Date: 3/16/2010 at 16:10:41

The Clinton Herald
March 5, 2010
Gerald J. “Jerry” McClimon
Associated Press

CHANNAHON, Ill. — Gerald J. “Jerry” McClimon, age 70, died Wednesday, March 3, 2010, at Provena Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL. Born and raised in Clinton, IA, he was a Channahon, IL, resident for the past 35 years. Graduate of the University of Wisconsin at Eau Clare. A U.S. Navy veteran. Former Scoutmaster of Troop #444 in Channahon. Gerald’s greatest loves in life were his family and his love of history.

Preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Virginia McClimon; and one brother in infancy.

Survived by his loving and devoted wife, Iva McClimon; one son, J.J. (Diane) McClimon both of Channahon, IL; one daughter, Kristin (Jonathan) Anderson of Indianola, IA; seven grandchildren, Grace, Jack, Anna and Tommy McClimon; Ellie, Eden and August Anderson; two brothers, Pat McClimon and Larry (Nora) McClimon; two sisters, Connie (Larry) Andersen and Kay Giunta; three aunts; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

Funeral services for Gerald J. McClimon will be Saturday, March 6, 2010, at 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home chapel. Pastor Ben Ingelson officiating.

Interment: Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials to his surviving family would be appreciated. VISITATION TODAY, Friday 3-8 p.m. at FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet, IL. For information: (815) 741-5500, www.fredcdames.com.

Death date: March 3, 2010