Jerry L. Webster, 75, of Forest Park, died peacefully on Nov. 24, 2023. Born on April 16, 1948, he was a U.S. Army veteran, an avid reader and true history buff, with a wry sense of humor and outspoken nature. He faced life’s challenges with obstinance and resilience, and always lived life on his own terms.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Cecile (nee Cochrane); his daughter, Shannon; his siblings, Diane (William) Palermo, Harry (the late TerryMara) Adams, Claudia (David) Hennig, Jane (the late Michael) Giegoldt, Laura Schofield, JoAnne Thomas, and Jacklyn Parker; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Claude and Alice Webster; his birth mother, Lois Webster (nee Bowman); and his younger brother, Earl Bowman.
According to Jerry’s request, no funeral service will be held. His ashes will be interred at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the St. Bernardine Food Pantry.
Arrangements were handled by Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home.