Escanaba, MI
Gerald Lee Guindon, of Escanaba, Michigan, our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away at home Friday morning, October 31, 2014 at the age of 78.
Gerald (Jerry) Lee Guindon was born October 8, 1936, the son of the late Adrina (Chobot) Guindon. He graduated from Escanaba High School with the Class of 1955 after attending St. Joseph School. Jerry enlisted in the US Air Force after graduating from high school and was stationed at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas. He later was stationed in Bartlesville, Oklahoma and completed his 4 years at Clark Air Force Base in The Philippine Islands. He worked in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for a short time and then was hired as a fireman at EL&S Railroad. He also worked for the U.S. Geological Survey until 1967. After moving back to Escanaba, Jerry was a furniture salesman and buyer for Home Supply Company and then at Kobasic Home Furniture until 2001. After retiring, he could be found many mornings at local coffee shops where he loved to socialize with his coffee buddies.
Jerry was one of the original members of The Optimist Club in the late 60
Kathy & Pat Wyman
Sue,My deepest sympathy to you and your family. You will be in my thoughts and prayers
Mark and Patti Taylor - Escanaba, MI
Although we will not be able to attend the services, our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. So sorry for your loss. He will be missed.
cathy tolman - Escanaba, MI
Sue,Darren & family, sending you my sympathy and prayer in this difficult time. Treasure the memories they will make you smile in the days to come.
Yvettte and Pat
Aunt sue and family,I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Gerry,s passing. I know how much you will all miss him. I will carry found memories of spotting him at a coffee shop and getting a great big hug.
I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Steve Sirola
To all the Guindons,
Although we won’t be with you physically to grieve, mourn and celebrate Uncle Jerry’s life, please know we will be there in spirit and will have you all in our thoughts. We offer our heartfelt condolences and pray God is near you throughout this difficult time. Uncle Jerry was a great guy and will be terribly missed! We love and miss all of you!!
All our love,
Alexander, Liz and Steve Sirola