Jerry Dean Drzycimski

Jerry Drzycimski, age 80, of Storm Lake, Iowa died Saturday, July 13, 2013 at the Countryside Estates in Cherokee, Iowa. Jerry Dean Drzycimski was born March 1, 1933 in rural Linn Grove, Iowa the son of Jack and Ona (Theeler) Drzycimski. He was baptized into the Lutheran Church. Growing up, he attended school in Linn Grove where he graduated from Highview High School in 1950. Following high school graduation, Jerry attended National Business Training in Sioux City, Iowa. On August 12, 1951, Jerry was united in marriage to Shirley Nelson from rural Aurelia in Marcus, Iowa. Together, they were blessed with three children: Brian, Bruce, and Deb. Jerry was a member of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Storm Lake. Jerry had a love for the land and enjoyed farming. He also worked off the farm at Vista Products canning, Hultgren Gerlach John Deere, Greg Mangold, and Professional Seeds in Alta. In his spare time, he enjoyed boating, hunting and fishing. Jerry loved bowling and woodworking. He treasured his family and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Jerry enjoyed watching sports and had a strong passion for the Highview Alumni. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Those left to cherish his memory include his wife Shirley Drzycimski of Storm Lake, Iowa; children: Brian (Janice) Drzycimski of Alta, Iowa; Bruce (Deb) Drzycimski of Slater, Iowa; and Deb (Al) Kerns of Aplington, Iowa; grandchildren: Staci (Steve) Mullinnix of Dallas, Texas; Dustin (Steph) Drzycimski of Alta, Iowa; Chris (Sheri) Baker of Spencer, Iowa; Brent (Sara) Drzycimski of Huxley, Iowa; Josh Kerns (girlfriend, Kelly) of Omaha, Nebraska; Jake (Missy) Kerns of LeMars, Iowa; great grandchildren: Warren, Elaine, Harvey, and Luther Mullinnix; Emily and Kramer Drzycimski; Chloe, Sam, Quinn, and Meredith Baker; Kane, Payton, and Delainey Kerns; sister, Eileen (Les) Shellum of Spencer, Iowa; extended family and friends. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Jack and Ona Drzycimski; one brother and his wife, Kenneth and Wanda Drzycimski. Jerryâ€™s family would like to express their appreciation and gratitude to all of Dadâ€™s long time friends, neighbors, and fellow co-workers for their efforts and offers to help during his illness, whether it be rides to the farm or just a friendly visit.

Jerry Dean Drzycimski

March 1, 1933 - July 13, 2013