On Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at 9:19 a.m., Jerry Lee Wylie passed away at home at the age of 71. The world has lost a great husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
Jerry grew up in Philomath, Oregon. After graduating high school, he joined and served in the U.S. Army from 1971-1974. He met his wife of 50 years, Kathy, in late 1973. They fell in love and married Nov. 23, 1974. They had two daughters together. Jerry was always proud of his family. He was a loving, devoted and hard-working husband and father, and loved by all who touched his life.
In Jerry’s professional life, he was a jack of all trades in the construction industry. From reading, drafting and writing blueprints.
Jerry was diagnosed with dementia 10 years ago. He wanted to help others in their journey with dementia, so he proudly founded the Dementia Warriors support group seven years ago (2017). Dementia Warriors is actively thriving with approximately 69 members.
Outside of focusing on the Dementia Warriors support group, Jerry loved spending time fishing and camping with his grandkids and enjoyed woodworking and designing floor plans.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Kathy Brode-Wylie, three daughters, seven grandchildren, four great grandchildren, three sisters, one sister-in-law, three brothers-in-law and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, father and one brother and of course, Barney (his beloved dog). He truly was the Rock of our family. He will be missed dearly.
Jerry’s celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 12 noon at Peace Lutheran Church. Contributions and/or flowers are welcome. If you want to make donations, make checks payable to Peace Lutheran Church with Dementia Warriors in the memo and mail to: Peace Lutheran Church in care of The Dementia Warriors Support Group, 2540 Applegate St., Philomath, OR 97370.