Born: July 24, 1931 - Deceased: March 31, 2023
Jerry A. Layton, 91, of Collinsville, IL, born Friday, July 24, 1931, in East St. Louis, IL, passed away Friday, March 31, 2023 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, IL.
Jerry worked as a Maintenance Director at General Grocer in charge of the Shop-n-Save stores. He was a member of Mother of Perpetual Help Catholic Church in Maryville, IL, VFW Post #5691 Collinsville, IL and American Legion Post #365 Collinsville, IL, He was a die hard St. Louis Cardinal Fan and a United States Korean War Army Veteran.
He was preceded in death by his:
- Wife: Melva, nee Carrell, Layton
- Parents: Joseph Otto and Edna, nee Rankin, Layton
- Son-in-law: Ronald Mantle
- Brothers
- Robert Layton
- Norman Layton
- Sisters
- Jean Diesel
- Ruth Schneider
- Patsy Deters
- Marian Brown
- Norma Layton
Surviving are his:
- Daughter: Teri Mantle (Mike Diersen) of Fairview Heights, IL
- Brother: Ronald Layton of AZ
- Sister: Janet Stoll of FL
- Step grandson: Wesley Mantle
- Step great grandson: Brendan Bishop
- Step great granddaughter: Arianna Mantle
- Special friend: Francis Compton
- Many nieces and nephews
Memorials: Memorials may be made to the American Legion #365 in Collinsville, IL.
Visitation: Visitation from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm, Monday, April 10, 2023 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.
Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 12:00 pm, Monday, April 10, 2023 at Kurrus Funeral Home, with Rev. Ken York officiating. Interment will follow at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
10 Comments
Teri
In high school your home was my second home. Your mom and dad always treated me like I was their daughter. My love and affection or with you now and I am so sorry I could not be there. Rest In Peace Jerry! You always treated people with respect! Love. Keni Cook Bishop.
Keni, You were Mom & Dad’s second daughter. They both loved you dearly.
Love Always,
Teri
Best uncle a guy could have. We shared so many laughs together fishing and just sitting around the table. God bless you Jerry, and thanks for the memories.
Dearest Teri, I was truly blessed to have known your Dad. I’m going to miss talking to him . He was like a second Dad to me and I’m so happy we were able to spend time with you and Dad when we were home for the holidays. May God provide you with peace in your heart and many wonderful memories. Love you
You can bet Dad has a big bag of treats for Annabelle. If it’s up to Dad, she’s probably sitting in his lap right now. Laura, thank you so much for all your help over the years. You have been a godsend to Dad and I over the years, especially with his skin cancer. I am forever grateful to you for your love of my Dad. “Thank you” just isn’t enough.
Teri, Your dad will be missed on Rolling Oaks Dr. I will miss seeing him driving by and saying “Hey neighbor “. We always had a good time once a month having lunch at the Horseshoe before the pandemic. May your cherished memories bring you comfort and peace now and in the days ahead.
We have so many wonderful memories of the close friendship we had with your parents over the years. We pray that Jerry had a peaceful passing. Love you. Aunt Dodie and uncle Bob.
I am so very sorry to hear this. I will miss my talks with your dad, and wish I could have seen him one more time. He was a wonderful, kind man. My sincere condolences.
Teri, there is not another ‘Uncle J’ and I will miss him so much! I have some of his messages saved on my phone so I can still hear his voice.
I will miss our margarita lunches and visits and phone calls. He was an amazing guy who overcame so many obstacles, young and old!
You were blessed with many years of his companionship and counsel and you took care of him like no other could. Love you Cuz!
Really missing Jerry our dear bird watching friend.
As Ever
Love Fran
Tim & Connie