Gerald Talcott

Gerald Alger Talcott, known affectionately as Jerry, passed away peacefully on January 2, 2024, at the age of 86. Born on September 16, 1937, in Flint, Michigan, Jerry was a dedicated husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who will be remembered for his humble, easy-going nature and unwavering support for his family and friends. After retiring from General Motors in 1988, Jerry and his wife Iola bought their "up north property" and have made Reed City, Michigan, home for the last 28 years. He enjoyed spending time in his garage working on various tractor restorations, as well woodworking, making wonderful toys and keepsake pieces for his family. The easiest way to get Jerry away from his "up north property" was to invite him to a tractor or car show, otherwise home was where he wanted to be. Jerry was a member of the Reed City Church of the Nazarene. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Iola; his daughters, Darla (Donald) Cone and Denise (Jeffrey) Roe; his grandchildren, Donavon (Alicia) Cone, Vanessa Cone, Zachary (Jamaica) Cone, Liza (Douglas) Brooks, Lauren Roe, Logan (Simona) Roe; step-grandchildren, Jessica (Brian) Oney, Melissa (Junior-deceased) Surratt; his siblings, Elenor (Charles - deceased) Kreider, Richard (Dian) Talcott; and sister-in-law, Deanna (Dale - deceased) Talcott; and several great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Glenna Talcott; his sister, Colleen (Norman - deceased) Ross; and brother, Dale (Deanna) Talcott. The family will host a Celebration of Life which will be determined at a later date. We invite all who knew and loved Jerry to leave memories and upload photos to his memorial page at: www.MichiganCremation.com His life was a loving example of his loyalty and dedication to his family and friends, and his memory will continue to comfort and inspire those who were privileged to have known him. In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in his memory to the Meceola Currie Comfort Home in Reed City, Michigan or the Reed City Church of the Nazarene. Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen's Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Gerald Talcott, please visit our flower store.