MARSHALL - Gerald Charles Weikert, age 79, passed away following a lengthy illness on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2021, at Kindred Hearts. He was born on Sept. 2, 1942, the son of Edward and Violet (Brown) Weikert. Jerry graduated from Monona Grove High School with the class of 1962. He was united in marriage to Marlene (Grossman) Weikert on Aug. 5, 1972. Jerry proudly served in the U.S. Navy from 1968-1974 during the Vietnam Conflict. Prior to his military service, Jerry worked for Madison Kipp. When he returned, he worked for General Motors for over 30 years until his retirement. He was a member of the Moose Lodge. Jerry was a state champion horseshoe player. Many wonderful memories were made while gambling or fishing with a few good friends. Jerry was very devoted to his family, and he would do anything for them. He lived by his strong values. Jerry is survived by his daughter, Pamela Schwark; brother, Donald (Dee) Weikert; grandson, Brent Schwark; great-grandchildren, Ava and Jovie Schwark and brother-in-law, Neil Hanson. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Weikert; parents and three sisters, Shirley Hanson, Sharon (Vaughn) Sandmire and Phyllis (Alvin) Bischoff. A Memorial Service will be held at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 204 Deerfield Road, Marshall, at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2021, with Rev. Thomas Kutz presiding. Burial will follow at Medina Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Wednesday. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com. Gunderson East Funeral & Cremation Care 5203 Monona Drive (608) 221-5420