HALVERSON, Gerald E. 1928-2022

HALVERSON, TRIBBENSEE, SCHEIDER, DODD, KNAACK

Posted By: Karen Feldt Robertson (email)
Date: 11/7/2024 at 16:45:12

Gerald E. Halverson (Jerry), 94, of Waterloo, formerly of St. Ansgar, Iowa died Monday, June 13, 2022 at Friendship Village Wellspring Living in Waterloo.

He was born April 12, 1928 in Worth County, son of Sever and Lizzie (Knaak) Halverson. He married Mary Ann Tribbensee on December 8, 1951 at First Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar.

Jerry graduated from St. Ansgar High School in 1946. On May 21, 1946 he proudly entered the U.S. Army. His infantry basic was at Fort McClellan, Alabama. Then onto Fort Benning, Georgia for airborne and glider training school. He then enlisted into the reserves November 24, 1947. On September 15, 1950 Jerry was recalled to active duty to serve in Korea. Corporal Gerald Halverson earned his Parachutiest Wings and participated in three major engagements for which he received the Bronze Star Medal, Citation for Meritorious Service in Korea, Good Conduct Ribbon and Korean War Service Medal. He worked 4 years at the St. Ansgar Lumber yard and 36 years for the Rural Electric Cooperative as the lines Foreman. Jerry and Mary Ann made their home in St. Ansgar. He volunteered many years with Boy Scouts of America and walked beside his sons who were honored as Eagle Scouts. He was an active member of the American Legion Post where he served as post commander and was a member of the Firing Squad and Honor Guard. Jerry was a familiar face to many; working at the Legion, frequently visiting residents and friends at the Good Samaritan and serving meals on wheels late into his 80's.

Jerry is survived by his two sons, Jeff (Mary Margaret) of Waterloo, Iowa, Bryan (Angie) of Gilbertville, Iowa, six grandchildren, Blair (Kelly) Pensacola, FL., Adam (Andrea) Wausau, WI, Jenna Scheider (John) Freeport, IL., Austin and Andrew of Gilbertville, Hanna Dodd (Noah) Dubuque, Iowa; 8 great-grandchildren; Hayden, Casey, Nora, Clara, Peter, August, Lars and Willow.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings.

Jerry was dearly loved by his family and friends. He lived a long, happy and healthy life. He knew Christ and was ready to go to heaven, giving comfort to his family. In all he did, he displayed the fruits of the Spirit in Galations 5:22-23 "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control."

Date of Birth April 12, 1928
Date of Death June 13, 2022
Funeral Services First Lutheran Church, St. Ansgar June 18, 2022
Military Honors American Legion Post #358 St. Ansgar, Iowa Burial St. Ansgar Cemetery, St. Ansgar, Iowa