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Jerald A. “Jerry” Newman November 2, 1945 - September 15, 2023

Date of Funeral

September 20, 2023
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JERALD A. “JERRY” NEWMAN, age 77,
Of New Bremen, died on Friday, September 15, 2023 at 7:41 A.M. at St. Rita’s Medical Center in Lima after a long battle with his health. He was born on November 2, 1945 in Joliet, IL, the son of the late Gordon A. and Maxine L. (Matteson) Newman. On November 30, 1974, he married Cynthia K. Wissman at St. Paul Church in New Bremen, and she survives in New Bremen. Also surviving are his sisters: Sandy (Bob) Shierk of Waxahachie, Texas and Donna McGriff of Rockford, Illinois; his in-laws: Chris (Bill) Poeppelman of New Bremen, and a number of beloved nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews.

Jerry was a 1962 graduate of St. Charles High School in St. Charles, IL, and went on to further his education at the Joliet Junior College. After college, he joined the United States Navy where he served for four years. After his service, he came to visit a service buddy in St. Marys, eventually moving here, when he met Cindy and started working at the former Manbeck Nursery. He went on to work at Crown Equipment Corp., the former STAMCO, Lyons Electric, and Mesco Electric before working at Dickman Supply in Sidney where he retired in 2011. Jerry had been a member of St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen where he was in the Lamplighters group, and he also belonged to the former New Bremen Men’s Garden Club and the New Bremen Jaycees. He was a member of the New Bremen American Legion, the New Bremen Athletic Boosters, and had played on the Wint’s softball team. Jerry loved to watch sports on television, and travel with Cindy, especially to their ‘happy place,’ Bear Lake, Michigan.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen with Rev. Ken Locke officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, September, 19, 2023 from 3:00 until 7:00 PM at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and again on Wednesday, at the church, from 9:30 until the time of the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Jerry can be directed to the New Bremen Emergency Squad, the New Bremen Fire Foundation, or a charity of the donor’s choice. Condolences and memories can be shared with the family online at www.gilberghartwigfh.com.

Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 10:30 A.M. at St. Paul United Church of Christ in New Bremen with Rev. Ken Locke officiating. Interment will follow in the German Protestant Cemetery of New Bremen. Calling Hours will be held on Tuesday, September, 19, 2023 from 3:00 until 7:00 PM at the Gilberg-Hartwig Funeral Home in New Bremen, and again on Wednesday, at the church, from 9:30 until the time of the service. Memorial contributions in memory of Jerry can be directed to the New Bremen Emergency Squad, the New Bremen Fire Foundation, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Condolences(16)

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    Alice Hartwig says
    September 15, 2023 at 6:18 pm

    My deepest sympathy to you Cindy. That big smile of Jerry’s will always be remembered.

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    Roger and Cheryl Barlage says
    September 15, 2023 at 7:34 pm

    Our sympathy to you Cindy. Sending prayers and hugs.

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      Stan and Debbie Winters says
      September 16, 2023 at 6:07 pm

      Dear Cindy and Sandy, My heart is heavy for your loss. May God give you peace and comfort. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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    Barbara Tostrick says
    September 15, 2023 at 7:51 pm

    My deepest sympathy Cindy to you and your family members hugs to you

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    Beverly Gerber says
    September 15, 2023 at 8:43 pm

    Our deepest sympathy to you, Cindy on the loss of your husband. Prayers for you and your family as you grieve the loss. Bev and Jeff Gerber

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    Linda m coulombe says
    September 16, 2023 at 8:25 am

    Cindy – With sadness in my heart I pray for you and your family. May Jerry’s light shine upon you and keep you safe and comfortable. Linda Coulombe

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    Scott & Linda Stewart says
    September 17, 2023 at 10:15 pm

    We thank God for His rich promises; the hope of meeting our loved ones again nevermore to part. May these promises be your hope today, your peace tomorrow and your comfort always. Cindy, your story with Jerry isn’t over. I Corinthians 2:9.
    We love you more than you know…

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    Tim Bickel says
    September 18, 2023 at 11:43 am

    If you Google “Jerry Newman, New Bremen, Ohio”, what shows up is his picture under the heading of “World’s Nicest Guys”. I had the great privilege of working with Jerry for several years at Dickman Supply.
    A constant smile and great conversation were among Jerry’s staples. His great love for Cindy frequently showed during our talks. Whether it be speaking about her teaching, golfing or trips–he never missed talking of her, his eyes sparkling. He will be sorely missed.

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    scott guggenbiller says
    September 19, 2023 at 10:18 am

    Thought’s, prayers and deepest sympathy Cindy. I worked with Jerry at Dickman many year’s and he always had a warm smile and genuine love for his family with many great story’s. God’s blessing Cindy

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    Jayne Olivieri says
    September 19, 2023 at 2:11 pm

    My heart goes out to Cindy and the rest of the family.
    I worked with Jerry and Dickman Supply. He was a very kind soul.
    I’ve missed him since he retired. His smile was contagious.
    Sending prayers for comfort to you Cindy,
    Jayne Olivieri.

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    lois merriman says
    September 19, 2023 at 4:10 pm

    Sending love and prayers to you, Cindy, who Jerry loved and cherished deeply! We enjoyed years of visitng with you two as family and enjoyed times here in your ‘happy place” seeing and doing all you could to enjoy your trips north! Many memories and we know he is looking down from above with his great smile! Sending you love and support in these sad days.
    Also sending love to you Sandy and Donna! He loved his sisters and their families always.

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    Becky Waterman says
    September 19, 2023 at 4:38 pm

    Cindy, deepest sympathy to and your family. Sending prayers for strength and love today, tomorrow, and forever knowing that Jerry will always be in your heart with his smile & love. God Bless. -Guy & Becky Waterman

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    Dean & Kate Hartwig says
    September 19, 2023 at 8:00 pm

    Cindy, We were so saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing! Our deepest condolences to you, your family, and all who knew and loved him. Jerry was such a friendly and kind guy. He truly will be missed!

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    Jeff and Denise Opperman says
    September 20, 2023 at 10:01 am

    So Sorry for your loss Jeff says he played many rounds of golf with Jerry and always enjoyed his company. He will be missed. Thought and prayers.
    Jeff and Denise Opperman

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    Kurt Kremer says
    September 20, 2023 at 10:48 am

    Sorry for your loss Cindy. I remember playing golf with Jerry many times.Always enjoyed talking to him. Years ago we played together in Rider Cup against Shelby Oaks. I didn’t find out he passed until last night. Sorry I missed the viewing. Jerry will be missed. Kurt Kremer

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    Rod and Marlene Klose says
    September 22, 2023 at 10:17 am

    Cindy, We are so sorry for your loss of Jerry. Please accept our sympathy and prayers.

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