Sad news - Jerry Story
Alan / Brenda Thomson
All –
Many of you may have been following Tony Oxendine’s updates on Jerry Story of various Facebook sites. If you have, you know it has been a roller coaster ride of ups and downs that came to an end last Saturday with his passing.
Obituary below, and details on a GoFundMe campaign:
Jerry Story Obituary
Jerry Lee Story age 65 of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, December 19, 2020, at the University of Iowa Hospital and Clinic. Open visitation will be 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m., Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Behner Funeral Home. Family will not be present. Graveside service will be 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 28, 2020, at Laux Park Family Cemetery, 1185-320th Street, Brighton, Iowa 52540.
Please follow the COVID guidelines of wearing masks and social distancing.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Hospital or Ronald McDonald House. Cards and memorials may be sent to Kristy Story, 2270 Marigold Blvd., Fairfield, Iowa 52556.
Jerry was born June 21, 1955, to Kenneth and Marian (Hammond) Story in Keokuk, IA. He married Kristine Sue Laux on July 25, 1976 in Fairfield, Iowa. Jerry graduated from Fairfield High School Class of 1973. He was an International Square Dance caller and local business owner. Jerry enjoyed shooting pool and going to the gun range.
He was a Green Bay Packers fan and enjoyed watching FOX news. Jerry used his love of music to honor the Lord by making a Gospel CD Wings of a Dove. Jerry was known for his sense of humor and his story telling. What he loved most was spending time with his kids and grandkids.
He will be missed by his wife, Kristy of Fairfield; his two sons, Joshua (Esther) Story of Navarre, FL and Jacob (Som) Story of Fairfield; his grandsons, Seth, Luke, and Nathan Story; his two sisters, Jeanie Ludeking of Knoxville, TN and Jane (John) Kurt of Minnesota; and numerous nieces and nephews. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Kenneth and Marian. On-line condolences may be made to the family at www.behnerfh.com.
Jerry and Kristy Story / GoFundMe fundraiser
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Medical, Illness & Healing
Jerry Story passed away on December 19, 2020.
Jerry had been a full-time caller for over 40 years calling in all 50 states and numerous foreign countries. In the square dance world, his was truly a household name. In addition, Jerry and Kristy owned a small bar (The Hideaway) in Fairfield, IA.
Like the rest of the world’s full-time callers, Jerry’s income completely dried up during the pandemic. In addition, the Hideaway had to close as well. In April, Jerry and Kristy both were hospitalized after being diagnosed with Covid 19.
Prior to his death, he was in the ICU Unit of Iowa University Hospital for almost 4 weeks undergoing multiple surgeries, an amputation of his leg, and a barrage of tests.
Jerry had devoted his life to our great activity. His amazing choreography and unbridled enthusiasm has thrilled thousands and thousands of dancers worldwide for almost half a century. He has taught hundreds of callers in various callers schools. He was the pioneer in getting the SSD Program established. He will be remembered as one of the best callers our activity has produced. This is an opportunity for the square dance world to give back. Kristy needs our help. With Jerry’s death, Kristy is now saddled with negotiating a growing mountain of medical and household debt. All funds that are collected will be used to provide some financial stability for Kristy as she goes through this long recovery period.
Thank you in advance so very much for anything you are able to donate to help. If you prefer to write a check, please contact me through GoFundMe for details.