Gerald Peter “Jerry” Thielen

Gerald Peter “Jerry” Thielen

January 10, 1935 – December 16, 2020
Loving husband, dad, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother & friend, of Cottage Grove, passed away on December 16, 2020 at age 85. Jerry is survived by his wife of 61 years Kathleen, six children, ten grandchildren, six great-grandchildren, brother Gene, and many other relatives and friends. He died peacefully in his home after a long battle with cancer. A private family service will be held on Dec. 30 with a memorial gathering to be held mid-2021 for all to attend.(Published in the Pioneer Press on December 21, 2020)