JARVIS, Gerald “Jerry”

Gerald “Jerry” Brent Jarvis June 8, 1946 – November 9, 2026 Gerald “Jerry” Brent Jarvis, known for his deep voice, big hands, and even bigger heart, passed away peacefully on November 9, 2026 at the age of 80, surrounded by the family he loved.
Jerry was born June 8, 1946, in Lethbridge, Alberta. He was a proud member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and at just 17 years old he answered the call to serve a full-time construction mission, helping build Chapels across eastern Canada and the United States.
When he came home, he met Edithe on his parents’ farm. Edie’s father had been fellowshipping the Jarvis family, and Edie and Jerry’s sister, Lorrie had become good friends. Jerry and Edie were married on July 18, 1968, and went on to share 58 years together and be blessed with 8 children.
Over the years he called many places home, across Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, and even a stretch in Arizona. Jerry farmed, drove truck, and spent 22 years at Fording Coal as a heavy haul truck driver. Wherever he went, he worked hard and made friends easily.
Jerry had a famously green thumb. He loved to garden and grow food for his family and friends and he was just as passionate about his bees. Nothing made him happier than sharing what he knew with anyone who showed the slightest interest. He never met a stranger. Anyone with a minute to spare was sure to walk away with a joke or a story.
Above everything, Jerry loved his family. It was the center of his world and his greatest pride. He always said he was proud that he could look up to all of his sons, and he meant it both ways: in stature, and he admired the men they became.
He is survived by his wife of 58 years, Edithe; his children Corey (Deanna), Mike (Becky), Lani (Chris), Mark (Lisa), Daniel (Chisa), Ethane (Lara), Paul (Angela), Carl (Jessie), and Ike (Rebecca); 34 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren; and his siblings Bill, Rita, Donna, Peggy, Lynn, Ryan, and Colin.
He was predeceased by his parents, Marvin (Ethel) and Lorna (Robert); and his siblings, Lorrie, Richard, Ken and Cameron.
A Memorial Service will be held at 10:00am on November 28th, 2026 at The Knight Street Chapel. Refreshments will be served following the service.
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