Gerald “Jerry” Schueler, age 83 of Sleepy Eye, Minnesota passed away December 12, 2024, at Sleepy Eye Medical Center. Jerry, the son of Waldamar and Florence (Marks) Schueler, was born on July 10, 1941, in Sleepy Eye. After graduating in 1959, he began employment with area farmers. In 1972 he began his career at Del Monte where he spent over 30 years of dedicated work. He met Linda Stark in 1961 and they were united in marriage on June 13, 1964, at Stately Church in rural Comfrey. Jerry and Linda raised their three children in Sleepy Eye.
Jerry was a great provider for his family but always made time to have fun with friends. He loved fishing, hunting, and watching and listening to MN sports, but above all, his passion was playing cards. He loved to take his friend’s nickels. His wit, laughter, strength, and wisdom will be greatly missed.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 60 years, Linda; children, Faye Baumann (fiancé Eric Rankine) of Noblesville, IN, Stephanie (Tate) Tetreault of Columbus, OH, and Cory (Hazel) Schueler of Annandale, MN; grandchildren, Laina, Brian, Grady, Lyla, Trey, Jade, Timothy and Matthew; seven great-grandchildren; brothers, Dennis (Janice), Allen (Judy); and sister-in-law, Elaine all of Sleepy Eye and many nieces and nephews and other loving relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Merle and Gaylord.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, from 10:00 am until 12:30 pm at Trinity Lutheran Church in Sleepy Eye with a memorial service following at 12:30 pm. The clergy will be Pastor David Nissen. Arrangements are with Sturm Funeral Home in Sleepy Eye. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sturmfh.com. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested memorials be donated to the Sleepy Eye Ambulance Service.
The family wishes to thank SEMC, DaVita, and Sleepy Eye Ambulance for their dedication and ongoing care over the years. There are no words to express how grateful we are for all the help from our neighbors and close friends for always being willing to lend a hand.
