Gerald Barth "Jerry" Teeples
1934 - 2017
VETERAN
Early Life: Jerry was born August 8, 1934, in Rigby, Idaho, to Morris Willis and Susanna Butikofer Teeples, the third of their five children. He grew up in Southern Idaho.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Jerry entered the military in 1953 and quickly found a career in the United States Army. He proudly served our country for many years and fought in both the Vietnam and Korean wars where he received several commendations for his service, most notably the Army Commendation Medal. After several years in the Army, Jerry finally retired in 1981 at which time he continued to serve his country as a Federal Marshall, working for many years at Tooele Army Depot and Dugway Proving Grounds before retiring in 1992. Since Jerry could never sit still he worked for many, many years after retirement doing things he loved. Jerry will be remembered for his loving, grumpy attitude. To his friends he was "the grouch" or "grumpy Jerry". Nephews and nieces all looked forward to the Grinch showing up at Christmas to steal their gifts. He was always proud of his lawn and spent many hours meticulously caring for it. He was also proud of his Christmas display as he spent hours every December decorating the house. Even when sitting still Jerry had to do something. Many people were blessed with the gift of an afghan that Jerry crocheted for them. He loved making things and working with his hands. Jerry was also a proud member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and worked tirelessly with them to help with the many charities they supported. He was baptized into the Catholic Church on May 21, 2016, and felt comfort and peace in attending mass frequently. Gerald B. "Jerry" Teeples passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2017. He was surrounded by loved ones. He was 82.
Family Message: "Jerry was a resident of Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson where he could receive full time care. The family wishes to give thanks to the staff in the Veterans home. They became family to Jerry and Tina during his time there and dedicated themselves to him. The love they gave to him made his last days comfortable."
Survived By: His wife, Tinamarie; his children: Gerald Scott Teeples (Cindy), Teri Teeples Delacruz (Jerry), Amenthist Gibbs (Jory), and Justin Lopez (Jason); 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Karen Walker-Sommerfeldt (Will).
Preceded In Death By: His parents; son, Clay Teeples; and his siblings: DeNiece McCulloch, Elred "Kenny" Teeples, Daryl Teeples.
Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Obituary: © 2017 | Premier Funeral Services
Burial: Utah State Veterans Memorial Park
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1934 - 2017
VETERAN
Early Life: Jerry was born August 8, 1934, in Rigby, Idaho, to Morris Willis and Susanna Butikofer Teeples, the third of their five children. He grew up in Southern Idaho.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Jerry entered the military in 1953 and quickly found a career in the United States Army. He proudly served our country for many years and fought in both the Vietnam and Korean wars where he received several commendations for his service, most notably the Army Commendation Medal. After several years in the Army, Jerry finally retired in 1981 at which time he continued to serve his country as a Federal Marshall, working for many years at Tooele Army Depot and Dugway Proving Grounds before retiring in 1992. Since Jerry could never sit still he worked for many, many years after retirement doing things he loved. Jerry will be remembered for his loving, grumpy attitude. To his friends he was "the grouch" or "grumpy Jerry". Nephews and nieces all looked forward to the Grinch showing up at Christmas to steal their gifts. He was always proud of his lawn and spent many hours meticulously caring for it. He was also proud of his Christmas display as he spent hours every December decorating the house. Even when sitting still Jerry had to do something. Many people were blessed with the gift of an afghan that Jerry crocheted for them. He loved making things and working with his hands. Jerry was also a proud member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and worked tirelessly with them to help with the many charities they supported. He was baptized into the Catholic Church on May 21, 2016, and felt comfort and peace in attending mass frequently. Gerald B. "Jerry" Teeples passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2017. He was surrounded by loved ones. He was 82.
Family Message: "Jerry was a resident of Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson where he could receive full time care. The family wishes to give thanks to the staff in the Veterans home. They became family to Jerry and Tina during his time there and dedicated themselves to him. The love they gave to him made his last days comfortable."
Survived By: His wife, Tinamarie; his children: Gerald Scott Teeples (Cindy), Teri Teeples Delacruz (Jerry), Amenthist Gibbs (Jory), and Justin Lopez (Jason); 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Karen Walker-Sommerfeldt (Will).
Preceded In Death By: His parents; son, Clay Teeples; and his siblings: DeNiece McCulloch, Elred "Kenny" Teeples, Daryl Teeples.
Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Obituary: © 2017 | Premier Funeral Services
Burial: Utah State Veterans Memorial Park
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
Gerald Barth "Jerry" Teeples
1934 - 2017
VETERAN
Early Life: Jerry was born August 8, 1934, in Rigby, Idaho, to Morris Willis and Susanna Butikofer Teeples, the third of their five children. He grew up in Southern Idaho.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Jerry entered the military in 1953 and quickly found a career in the United States Army. He proudly served our country for many years and fought in both the Vietnam and Korean wars where he received several commendations for his service, most notably the Army Commendation Medal. After several years in the Army, Jerry finally retired in 1981 at which time he continued to serve his country as a Federal Marshall, working for many years at Tooele Army Depot and Dugway Proving Grounds before retiring in 1992. Since Jerry could never sit still he worked for many, many years after retirement doing things he loved. Jerry will be remembered for his loving, grumpy attitude. To his friends he was "the grouch" or "grumpy Jerry". Nephews and nieces all looked forward to the Grinch showing up at Christmas to steal their gifts. He was always proud of his lawn and spent many hours meticulously caring for it. He was also proud of his Christmas display as he spent hours every December decorating the house. Even when sitting still Jerry had to do something. Many people were blessed with the gift of an afghan that Jerry crocheted for them. He loved making things and working with his hands. Jerry was also a proud member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and worked tirelessly with them to help with the many charities they supported. He was baptized into the Catholic Church on May 21, 2016, and felt comfort and peace in attending mass frequently. Gerald B. "Jerry" Teeples passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2017. He was surrounded by loved ones. He was 82.
Family Message: "Jerry was a resident of Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson where he could receive full time care. The family wishes to give thanks to the staff in the Veterans home. They became family to Jerry and Tina during his time there and dedicated themselves to him. The love they gave to him made his last days comfortable."
Survived By: His wife, Tinamarie; his children: Gerald Scott Teeples (Cindy), Teri Teeples Delacruz (Jerry), Amenthist Gibbs (Jory), and Justin Lopez (Jason); 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Karen Walker-Sommerfeldt (Will).
Preceded In Death By: His parents; son, Clay Teeples; and his siblings: DeNiece McCulloch, Elred "Kenny" Teeples, Daryl Teeples.
Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Obituary: © 2017 | Premier Funeral Services
Burial: Utah State Veterans Memorial Park
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
1934 - 2017
VETERAN
Early Life: Jerry was born August 8, 1934, in Rigby, Idaho, to Morris Willis and Susanna Butikofer Teeples, the third of their five children. He grew up in Southern Idaho.
Life's Work | Service | Interests: Jerry entered the military in 1953 and quickly found a career in the United States Army. He proudly served our country for many years and fought in both the Vietnam and Korean wars where he received several commendations for his service, most notably the Army Commendation Medal. After several years in the Army, Jerry finally retired in 1981 at which time he continued to serve his country as a Federal Marshall, working for many years at Tooele Army Depot and Dugway Proving Grounds before retiring in 1992. Since Jerry could never sit still he worked for many, many years after retirement doing things he loved. Jerry will be remembered for his loving, grumpy attitude. To his friends he was "the grouch" or "grumpy Jerry". Nephews and nieces all looked forward to the Grinch showing up at Christmas to steal their gifts. He was always proud of his lawn and spent many hours meticulously caring for it. He was also proud of his Christmas display as he spent hours every December decorating the house. Even when sitting still Jerry had to do something. Many people were blessed with the gift of an afghan that Jerry crocheted for them. He loved making things and working with his hands. Jerry was also a proud member of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks and worked tirelessly with them to help with the many charities they supported. He was baptized into the Catholic Church on May 21, 2016, and felt comfort and peace in attending mass frequently. Gerald B. "Jerry" Teeples passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 24, 2017. He was surrounded by loved ones. He was 82.
Family Message: "Jerry was a resident of Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home in Payson where he could receive full time care. The family wishes to give thanks to the staff in the Veterans home. They became family to Jerry and Tina during his time there and dedicated themselves to him. The love they gave to him made his last days comfortable."
Survived By: His wife, Tinamarie; his children: Gerald Scott Teeples (Cindy), Teri Teeples Delacruz (Jerry), Amenthist Gibbs (Jory), and Justin Lopez (Jason); 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; and his sister, Karen Walker-Sommerfeldt (Will).
Preceded In Death By: His parents; son, Clay Teeples; and his siblings: DeNiece McCulloch, Elred "Kenny" Teeples, Daryl Teeples.
Services: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church
Obituary: © 2017 | Premier Funeral Services
Burial: Utah State Veterans Memorial Park
Bio compiled by: Annie Duckett Hundley
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