Gerald C. “Jerry” Harrison, 82, of Aurora, IN, formerly of Pickerington, OH, passed away Friday, May 6, 2016 in ,Cincinnati, OH.
He was born Sunday, March 18, 1934 in Aurora, Indiana, Son of the late Charles Harrison and the late Rose Fiorito Harrison. Jerry was a 1952 Graduate of Aurora High School. Shortly after graduation he went to Columbus, OH to paint with his dad. Then joined the United States Navy.
Jerrry worked as a Factory worker for Tomasco Machine parts, retiring after over 15 years of service. Prior to that Jerry worked for Continental Can Company and Rockwell International. He was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and previously Seton Parish in Pinkerington, Ohio. Jerry was a homebody. He enjoyed being at home with his loving wife of 14 years Phyllis Harrison. They had a good life together and enjoyed antique car shows. Jerry had an orange 36 Ford pick up truck and not to be outdone, Phyllis had an orange Model T. They RV traveled to many different states and car shows. Jerry was truly a kind man and will be missed by all who knew him.
Surviving are wife, Phyllis Harrison of Aurora, IN; Daughter, Holly Ann (Michael) Dunham of Pickerington, OH; Step-Son, Douglas Scott (Barbara) Hueseman of Aurora, IN; Brother, Rick (Launa) Harrison of Beverton, OR; Sister, Marcia Sims of Newark, OH; Grandchildren, Michael (Ashley) Hueseman, Brandy (Chris) Hueseman Miller, Amber (Fiancé, Josh Shipley) Hueseman, Ryan Hueseman, Jeannie (Stephen) Bell and Marshall (Amanda) Dunham; Great Grandchildren, Kaylee Marie Miller, Emily Elise Miller, Hunter Hueseman, Lucas Shipley, Nicholas Hueseman, Wade Shipley, Cooper Bell, Harper Bell, Maddan Dunham and Maddaks Dunham.
He was preceded in death by his first wife of 42 years, Vonda Harrison and sister, Regina Snell.
Friends will be received 5:00 – 8:00 PM, Tuesday, May 10, 2016 at the Rullman Hunger Funeral Home, Aurora, Indiana.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Wednesday, May 11, 2016 at 11:00am with Father Stephen Donahue officiating.
Graveside services will follow at 3:30 pm, at the Violet Cemetery, 180 E. Columbus Street, Pickerington, OH 43147.
Contributions may be made to the St. Mary’s Catholic Church or School. If unable to attend, please call the office at (812) 926-1450 and we will notify the family of your donation with a card.
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