Jerry was 86, died peacefully in Mahtomedi, MN on April 7, 2022.

He was born in Spencer, Iowa in 1935 and grew up in Denver, Colorado, graduating from East High School in Denver as Outstanding Senior Boy.  He then attended the University of Colorado.  Jerry worked in the funeral business for many years in Minnesota and valued the friendships he made within the industry.

Jerry was very involved in civic groups and created the St. Paul Winter Carnival Torturous 26 Marathon in 1983, and also organized the 500 mile snowmobile race from Winnipeg to St. Paul.  Jerry loved to run Marathons and finished fourth in his age group in the Pikes Peak Marathon, as well as running the Boston Marathon and many others.  He also loved to play doubles tennis with his sons.

Jerry spent many happy times at his ranch in Ingomar, Montana, entertaining his friends and grandkids there.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Vera and Francis Brown and his sister, Sharon Brown.  He is survived by his four sons and daughters-in-law: Chris And Gail Brown, Judd and Julie Brown, Tim and Jeannine Brown, Jason and Angie Brown, plus eleven grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.  Also, his special friend, Susan Rose.  Funeral arrangements are private.

Memorials to Children's Grief Connection; 320 North Front Street; St. Peter, MN 56082