He attended Murray State College, earning a Masters Degree in Industrial Arts. The majority of his career was spent as an instructor for twenty years at North High School, and ten years at Reitz Memorial High School.
Throughout our marriage, there were numerous occasions when we were approached by young men, reminding him of their names, and thanked him for their successful careers in the electrical, architect, and building trades. Such compliments were an explanation of Jerrys' talent.
We were blessed to enjoy twenty retirement years of travel, dancing, and spending the winters in sunny Florida. We learned to ballroom dance every step along the way. In the process, we met some of the dearest, devoted friends we cherish to this day.
Jerrys' personal request was always to be cremated, and insisted there be no services. He spoke quite often during his five years of several critical illnesses, that his goodbye should never be in a room full of people speaking of "old times" - "what used to be"- and tears. It simply wasn't his way.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Sherrill. Two loving step-daughters, Kelley (Jeff) Hinton and Kris Van Winkle, one older brother, Gene (Norma) Boyd in Waterloo, Illinois and a cousin, Roger Rauch from Modesto, California.
Special appreciation to the staff of River Pointe Health Campus for their dedication and care. The Heart to Heart Hospice Team was remarkable.Thank God for the gifts of Dr. Mark Browning and Dr. Karl Sash. Their medical genius and hearts full of kindness were always in place.
Jerry requested that memorial remembrances be sent to: Evansville Wartime Museum, PO Box 6510, Evansville, IN 47719.
Goodbye my precious dancer. Thank you for being the perfect partner.
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July 18, 2017
Sherrill, my old friend, s sorry for yr loss, from Barbara (Strange) MacKenzie
July 18, 2017
Frederick Cook
Mrs. Boyd, sorry for your loss.
Mr. Boyd was a wonderful instructor. I was his student for two years at North High School. He always took the time to help any student. If several students went to him with the same problem, he would have everyone gather around him while he explained how to do it correctly. There were many students erasing what they had done and doing it the right way.
He helped many of his students get jobs during their Senior year.
Everyone in my class thought of him more as a friend instead of a teacher.
July 17, 2017
Eileen Flanigan
My dear Sherrill,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dear/sweet Jerry. He certainly was a wonderful person and will be missed. He was certainly a very, very strong man for all his health problems he had to go thru. Sending my love and prayers.
Eileen Flanigan
July 14, 2017
Sarah & Young Lim
Although not unexpected, the news of the departure of our Forever Friend was a shocker. We used to talk about Navy, LST, San Diego, Korean War etc., endlessly, not to mention dancing.
His gentle kind nature was incomparable. A true friend reaches for your hand and touches your heart. God bless you.
July 14, 2017
Tod Schneider
I am very sorry for your loss. He was a very good person and an excellent instructor. I would like to express my deepest sympathy in your time of grief.
July 14, 2017
Michael Montgomery
Wonderful Mechanical Arts Instructor. Human Dynamo who could assist multiple students throughout the day and did so!
July 13, 2017
Jerry Guinn
Sorry for your loss.
Jerry Guinn
Lawndale Barber Shop/Joe's Barber Shop
July 13, 2017
Sharon Hollander
May all your happy memories help to ease the sorrow that you now feel. Our thoughts are with you.
Sharon and Keith Hollander
July 12, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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