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Jerold “Jerry” Vreeland

August 3, 1937 - July 24, 2022
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Thursday 7/28, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Unity Lutheran Church - Christ the King Campus
4600 Pilgrim Road
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005
Friday 7/29, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Unity Lutheran Church - Christ the King Campus
4600 Pilgrim Road
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005
Friday 7/29, 12:00 pm

Jerold “Jerry” Vreeland Passed away with the rising sun on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Age 84. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Kralik) for 59 years. Proud father of Katherine (Chris) Savignac, Jay, Jason (Naomi) and Lorie (Paul) Lorbiecki. Loving grandfather of Heather, David, Jon, Bryan, Christopher, Steven, Audrey and Elise.

Jerry served his country in the United States Navy. He served his city as a Patrolman, Lieutenant and Detective for the Wauwatosa Police Department. Jerry was an avid bowler, fisherman, hunter and protector of wildlife and nature. He was an instructor at MATC and for many youth in Hunter Safety.

Jerry taught accordion for Lo Duca Brothers, played with Louis Bashell band and sang for many weddings and funerals.

Jerry was a founding member, the President and CEO of the Wauwatosa Credit Union (Focus Credit Union). He also served on the board of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association and the Wisconsin Coalition of Annuitants. He was a member of the Brookfield Masonic Lodge and Wellington Park Lutheran Church.

Jerry enjoyed meeting new people, sharing stories and making people smile.

Visitation will be held at the Funeral Home on Thursday, July 28th from 4-7PM. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 29th at UNITY LUTHERAN CHURCH, CHRIST THE KING CAMPUS, 4600 Pilgrim Rd, Brookfield, Wisconsin at 11AM with a 12PM service. Burial to follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.

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Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
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Thursday 7/28, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Unity Lutheran Church - Christ the King Campus
4600 Pilgrim Road
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005
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Friday 7/29, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Unity Lutheran Church - Christ the King Campus
4600 Pilgrim Road
Brookfield, Wisconsin 53005
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Friday 7/29, 12:00 pm
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Jerold “Jerry” Vreeland Passed away with the rising sun on Sunday, July 24, 2022. Age 84. Beloved husband of Joan (nee Kralik) for 59 years. Proud father of Katherine (Chris) Savignac, Jay, Jason (Naomi) and Lorie (Paul) Lorbiecki. Loving grandfather of Heather, David, Jon, Bryan, Christopher, Steven, Audrey and Elise. Jerry served his country inContinue Reading

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Rick Simons left a message on September 8, 2022:
I learned of Jerry's passing today. So sorry to hear he is gone. We worked together for over 25 years.
Azure Patelski left a message on August 1, 2022:
In memory of Jerold "Jerry" Vreeland, Azure Patelski lit a candle
Azure left a message on August 1, 2022:
My deepest condolences to you Hay and the whole family.
Yolanda Marlow left a message on July 29, 2022:
Jason, I send my sincere condolences on the loss of your Dad. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Romy Bonesho left a message on July 28, 2022:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.. Our deepest condolences.
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Dorothy Carpenter left a message on July 27, 2022:
Jason, you are in my thoughts. Your dad had quite a life of service!
Jay Vreeland left a message on July 27, 2022:
He always tried to illuminate the path, even when you didn't see eye to eye.
Joy left a message on July 27, 2022:
Deepest sympathy to Joan and her family.
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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