Gerald “Jerry” Kenmir
Gerald “Jerry” Kenmir, 81 of Polson 
passed away on Monday, December 14, 2009 after a two-year battle with cancer at his home with his wife of 51 years, Delma by his bedside. Jerry was born January 11, 1928 in Grand Forks, North Dakota, a son of the late Thomas and Jane Ellen Kenmir. Jerry was a WW II Veteran having proudly served in the Merchant Marines. He worked for American Plywood Association for 31 years and after, many years in Gig Harbor, WA, he and Delma moved back to Polson upon retirement. Jerry was an avid hunter and fisherman and was well known for his music. Jerry was a member of the BPOE #1695 Elks for 48 years, Eagles Aeire #4397 and the VFW Post 2986. Besides his parents, a sister Florence and a brother, Larry also preceded Jerry in death. He is surivived by his loving wife, Delma; his six children, Tom Kenmir of Tacoma, WA, Roxy (Henry) Martin of Kent, WA, Doug Kenmir of Kent, WA, Jim (Glenda) Kenmir of Fox Island, WA, Verla (Marly) Gardner of Graham, WA, Brad (Pam) Kenmir of Coeur D’ Alene, ID, 13 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, many nieces, nephews, cousins, sisters and brothers-in-law and friends. A graveside service with military honors will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. at Lakeview Cemetery, Polson. Messages of condolence may be sent to www.groganfuneralhome.com. The staff at Grogan Funeral Home and Crematory, Polson considers it a privilege to care for Jerry’s family.
Verla and Delma…….what a beautiful gift you gave Jerry by helping him through his final days AT home!! Your love and support was undoubtedly very special to him, giving him the comfort needed to be able to “just go to sleep”. He will be missed but will live on through all of you……..
Love,
Amy
Del, Verla and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the many memories brighten your days and bring you hope and comfort. He will be missed.
Papa Jerry – rest in peace now.
Love to you all,
Buttons
I am so sorry for your loss. I know the grief you must be feeling . I hope the love for each other and the lifetime of memories help you through this difficult time. Jerry was a good man and will be missed.
Thinking of you Verla.
Love you,
Bill
I am saddened by the news of the passing of my friend of many years. Jerry and I were schoolmates in the Elementary Grades at Winship School in Grand Forks, North Dakota in the 30′s. Since our last names began with the letter “K,” we were most often seated in the classroom together–Jerry would be seated directly in front of me in most cases–and we got to know each other very well. I have regarded Jerry as a
most treasured friend, and take this opportunity to extend sincere condolences to his loving wife, Del, and
their entire family. Clyde E. Kobberdahl, Naples, FL
Del,
Sorry to her about Jerry.We will miss him dearley..If you need anything please call us.. Take care and we love you..
Jerry and missy..
We were so sorry to hear about Jerry. There is peace in knowing he is in a better place where there is no suffering.
Although we didn’t know you both well, we loved your music.
Jerry will be missed by all
May the Lord be with you and your family during this difficult time..
Verla and Family
I’m so sorry for your loss, but so glad you were able to be there for your folks at this difficult time. Take Care.
Love,
Una Rose
I’m sorry to hear that Jerry passed. I enjoyed working with Jerry in Tacoma at APA.
Marc Mullins
Gig Harbor, WA