Jerry Lee Pace, 54, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, June 24, 2014, at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee. Born in Kenosha on March 29, 1960, he was the son of Oldridge “Ray” and Iva “Bernice” (Maness) Pace. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools. On April 21, 1980, he married Janice Inman in Kenosha. Jerry was employed with the City of Kenosha for 22 years. He was past president of the Local 71, loved playing his guitar, working with wood and recently began polishing his culinary skills. He also enjoyed drawing, fishing, rooting for the Green Bay Packers, playing darts and was just beginning to get more involved with the Relay For Life as a four year survivor. Although he was known as the world’s greatest BS’er, he would not hesitate to do anything for anyone who asked. Survivors include his wife, Janice of Kenosha; two children, Jeremy (Amanda Krempely) Pace and Jene Pace-Burke, both of Kenosha; his father, Ray Pace of Racine; two brothers, Victor (Denise) Pace of Kenosha and Rick “Dale” (Mary) Pace of Racine; two sisters, Linda (Steve) Poland of Oregon, WI, and Sherry (Gene) Ingram of Winthrop Harbor, IL; as well as several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Bernice Pace; and a daughter, Jennifer Pace. Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 28th, at the Proko Funeral Home from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the service at 5:00 p.m. Interment will be held on Monday, June 30th, at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Jerry’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Diane (England) Bernhardt
June 30, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I have known the Pace family since I was a little girl. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May all of your wonderful memories that you have of Jerry help you through this difficult time. God will take care of you.
Kitty and Scott Wickersheim
June 28, 2014
I have many great memories spent with the Pace family when I was a kid. May you rest in peace Jerry! You were always so kind and fun to be around. Lots prayers for the entire family during this difficult time!
Peter Pingitore Sr
June 28, 2014
Jan, Jeremy, and Jene,I was so saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. I have good memories of him, and of all of you. May the Lord bless you all at this difficult time.
Jean Wayne (Baker)
June 28, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great person.
Bryan A. Anderson
June 27, 2014
RIP my friend, we will meet again someday!
Jean Hosmanek
June 27, 2014
Jerry was such a great, fun loving person who enjoyed life to the fullest. I'm grateful I was able to know such a kind, wonderful, funny person. May God Let Him Rest In Peace and many Condolences to the family.
Terry Tanking
June 26, 2014
I am so sorry to hear the sad news of Jerry's passing Jan I really pray for you and your children and hope everything goes well my thoughts are with
Mary Lynne Hannes
June 26, 2014
Jerry was a funny wonderful man to know & I am so happy I met him through my mama & her hags "club". Jerry will be missed by many. So sorry & so sad...Love always, Mary Lynne
Kelly Graham
June 26, 2014
Although I did not know Jerry, I do know his brother Rick (Dale) and his wife Mary. If Jerry was anything like his older brother, I imagine he was a very kind and caring man. I am so sorry for your loss, Pace family. Unexpected losses are sometimes more difficult than those we expect, but a loss is a loss nonetheless. Our hearts break, we think of all of the "should haves," and the memories flow. As your family grieves for the loss of this young husband, father, son, brother and friend, remember that he is now with our Lord and his spirit will continue to live on in those he left behind. I am truly very sorry for your loss of such a young man. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you Rick and Mary. Much love to you and your family at this difficult time. Kell
Steve Millard
June 26, 2014
My condolences go out to Jerry's family during this time. I worked for Jerry for 3 summers as a seasonal, and he was always a very knowledgable, funny guy. He drove me home after I reported to work and found out my grandfather passed away, and I will never forget that act of kindness.
William P. Washack(Mongo)
June 26, 2014
Jan,Jene,& Jeremy, I am so sorry about the loss of Jerry. He was an excellent Husband,Father & Friend. I will truly miss him he was my best friend and I was glad I was there when he passed away it shocked me too but I know he now is pain free and happy to be with his Mom again. My heart goes out to you his family whom I treat as my own. If you need me I am there, so do not hesitate to ask. May God welcome my friend into heaven and keep him safe,In the name of the Father,the Son,and the Holy Spirit... Amen.
Kaye Gumm
June 25, 2014
we are so sad to hear of the loss of such a great guy... our thoughts and prayers are with you allMilford Kaye and Steve