Jerald L. Durst "Bear"

Jerald L. Durst "Bear", 75, left us unexpectedly on December 17, 2019. Bear was a devoted husband to his wife of 35 years, and a loving son, brother, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He cherished any moment he could spend with his family and friends, especially attending events with the grandkids and great-grandkids. Bear loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing and camping. He retired from Meggett after many years of service.

He was preceded in death by his father, Junior, and his wife, Sue. Bear leaves behind his mother, Lucille; father-in-law, Dick; brothers, Ron (Debbie) and Ken; children, Joe, Carrie (Vince), Jim (Shanan), Tracy (John); grandchildren, Jessica (Erik), Andrew, Adam (Grace), Kahlib (Jessica), Schae, Jimmie, Frankie, Jahred, Drake; and great-grandchildren, Evan, Tim, Paige, Emerson.

A memorial gathering of friends and family will be held on Saturday, December 21 from 11am - 2pm at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd., Akron. Cremation has taken place.