Pike, Jerry Lee – 1928-2012

MITCHELL, PIKE

Posted By: Polk volunteer
Date: 7/23/2024 at 11:49:31

Jerry Lee Pike, (Mr. Bass Man), 84, passed away at Mercy Hospital on March 11.
Jerry was born on January 1, 1928 to James and Ruth Pike. He graduated from East High School in 1946. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps during WWII. He was a long standing member of the Barbershop Society (SPEBSQSA) in Des Moines, and Joplin, MO. Jerry sang in numerous quartets including the Hawkeye Four and the Jax of Harmony which won the 1972 Central States District Championship. He also directed the men's and women's chorus and was a vocal coach throughout the years. He was a long time member of the Za-Ga-Zig Noble Chords.
Over the years, Jerry worked in office management and retired after owning a flower shop in Joplin, MO.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 61 years, Darlene; sons, Gary (Jane), Chris (Cheri); brother, James; and grandchildren, Matt (Darla), Nathan (Megan), Jacob and Renee, Great-grandchildren include Addi, Mason, Peyton and Carson.
Jerry was preceded in death by his son, Craig; granddaughter, Stephanie and sister, Patsy Mitchell.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, March 14, 2012, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton's North at 121 NW 60th Ave. Funeral Services will be held March 15 at Hamilton's North at 10 a.m.
Memorial Contributions can be made in Jerry's name to: Harmony Foundation, 110 7th Ave. N., Suite 200, Nashville, TN 37203.
Published in Des Moines (IA) Register; Monday, March 12, 2012, page 9A