Gerald Yuds “Jerry”

81, of Brookfield was called to heaven on Friday, January 29, 2016. Gerald is survived by the love of his life and best friend of 59 years Barbara (nee Holzer), his four loving children, Mark (Iris) Yuds, Patricia (Leroy) Mims, Susan (John) Wehnes, and Jonathan (Catie) Yuds. Further survivors include his grandchildren and great grandchildren: David (Janie), Jeremiah and Elior Yuds, Ryan (Karly), Autumn and Silas Yuds, Olivia and Sophia Yuds, Justin (Samantha) Lamb. Gerald is also survived by nephews Scott, Timothy, and Max Holzer as well as many wonderful friends and his church family. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Frieda, first born son Scott, granddaughter Megan, brother James and sister Joy. He was further preceded in death by his dear in-laws Nelson and Marie Holzer, brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Bob and Gay Holzer. A heartfelt thank you to all of our relatives and friends for the love and support that has been so warmly extended.

A special thank you to neighbor and friend Anne, Dr. Niak, and the staff of Elmbrook Hospital and Franciscan Woods Rehabilitation and Hospice for all of their care and compassion.

Visitation and services will be held Friday, February 5, 2016 at North Avenue Baptist Church, 15400 West North Avenue, Brookfield, WI. Visitation will be from 9:30 am until time of service at 11:30 am. Pastor Paul Cady officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the North Avenue Baptist Church.