Gerald "Jerry" Leslie Ruessler, 71, of Perryville, passed away Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, at his residence.
He was born Oct. 18, 1953, in Perryville, to Herbert Leslie and Olga Rose (Koenig) Ruessler.
He and Linda (Kutz) Ruessler were married May 11, 1974, at St. Maurus Catholic Church in Biehle. She survives him in Perryville.
Jerry worked as an aircraft mechanic. He loved and was loved by his wife, girls, sons-in-law, grandchildren, family and friends. Jerry was always active in sports, whether it be volleyball, tennis, pickle ball and of course golf. If he wasn't on the golf course, you could find him spending time with his family watching his grandchildren participate in all their various activities or just spending quality time with those that he loved, while probably enjoying his famous chili.
He was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church, where he formerly served as a church elder and usher. He also previously served on the Perry County Country Club Board.
Survivors include two daughters, Kim (Chad) Strattman, Angie (Matt) Tucker; four siblings, Leroy (Penny) Ruessler, Donnie (Mary) Ruessler, Barbara (Glennon) Moore, Carol (the late Don) Hager; two brothers-in-law, Eddie (Brenda) Kutz, Bill (Kathy ) Kutz; four sisters-in-law, Nancy (the late Chuck) Sisson, Ruthie (Lloyd) Sutterer, the late Faye (Larry) Balsman, Susie (Mark) Sisson, Lori (Brent) Kirn; five grandchildren, Jaylen, Dayton and Dexter Strattman, Averie and Aubrie Tucker.
He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law and mother-in-law, William and Lorine Kutz.
Visitation will be from 4 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Perryville, and will continue from 8 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the church.
Funeral Service will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Perryville, with Rev. Joseph Schlie officiating.
Memorial contributions may be given to Journey Hospice or the Immanuel Lutheran School Building Fund.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
