Born June 6, 1934 in Sleepy Eye, MN.
Passed away July 8, 2017 with family in attendance. He was preceded in death by parents, Richard and Angeline Hirsch; brother, Ronald; son, Thomas; granddaughter, Lucinda Davis. Survived by loving wife of 62+ years Barbara; children, Debora Hirsch (Bill Letourneau), Sandra Rude (Brad), Barbara Davis, Paul (Margaret) Hirsch; grandchildren, Jennifer Davis (George Beikler), Jacob Rude, Kristina (Mat) Langhorst, Nicholas and Rebecca Hirsch; great-grandchildren, Lucinda Davis and Jeffrey Beikler; sisters, Marjorie Broich, & Mary Frassel; brother, Donald Hirsch; brothers-in-law, Gary Swanson & Dave (Diane) Ubl; also many nieces, nephews and cousins. Jerry was incredibly proud of his entire family. He worked in the plastics business for 42 years, enjoyed fishing, hunting, golf, and watching sporting events. The family wishes to thank the staff at United Hospital, United Heart Clinic and Allina Hospice for their outstanding care. Visitation 9:30 followed by Mass of Christian burial at 11:00 am at St. Peter’s Church in Mendota, 1405 Sibley Mem. HWY, on July 12, 2017, luncheon to follow. Burial will be at a later date. Memorials preferred to Heart Association, FMSC or your favorite charity.