Passed away peacefully on June 17, 2024. Preceded in death by beloved wife of 55 years, Joyce Valerie Rowe. Survived by wife, Jan Jeske; daughters Julie (Mel) Smestad, Jacqueline (Tim) Wittenburg, son, James (Cindy) Rowe; grandchildren, Christina & John (Michanda) Smestad; Jennifer, Eric (Kristina), Andrew (Adelyn) Wittenburg, Caroline (Nathan) Parry; James (Lisa), Matthew & Nathan Rowe; great grandsons Michael Smestad & Preston Rowe; sister, Jane Hult. Jerry had a long career as a 3M international marketing manager, traveling to many countries around the world. He enjoyed downhill skiing trips with his family. Jerry served on the board and led Bible studies at the Union Gospel Mission. Funeral Service 11AM Tuesday, June 25, at Woodbury Lutheran Church, 7380 Afton Rd, Woodbury. Visitation at 10AM. Interment Union Cemetery. Memorials preferred to Union Gospel Mission.