Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller
November 19, 1933 ~ May 22, 2022
Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller, 88, of Elk Point passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He died a local golf legend and veteran, leaving behind a legacy of quick wit and broken tees.
A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, at United Parish Church in Elk Point, with Pastor David Bambas officiating. Burial will be held privately.
Jerry was born in Watertown, S.D., as the first son to Wilfred and Olga (Randolph) Zeller. Jerry is a graduate of the Watertown High School Class of 1952 and the University of South Dakota Class of 1959. He enlisted and served in the United States Army in 1955 until he was honorably discharged in 1963.
Jerry married the love of his life, Audrey Ellen Hatlestad, on August 18, 1957, in Watertown. Newlyweds Jerry and Audrey lived in Sioux City, Iowa, to raise their young family before moving in 1970 to their lifelong home, the historic "big white house" on Main Street in Elk Point.
Jerry was passionate about local issues in his community, serving as a member in both the Free Masons Society and Lions Club and elected Commander of the American Legion. Jerry spent the majority of his professional career working at SIMPCO, a regional government planning agency, as the Siouxland Regional Transit System Transportation Director. Jerry and Audrey also belonged to the Elk Point United Parish and spent many years cheering on the Elk Point Pointers and Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies as loyal fans, parents and grandparents.
Jerry is best known for his love of golf. He could be found often at the Elk Point Golf Course, where he was a member for over 50 years. A competitive golfer, Jerry won many tournaments over the years and holds the course record of 31 at the Elk Point Golf Course. At 79 years old, he achieved every golfer's dream: the elusive hole in one. Jerry shared many memories together on the course with his children and grandchildren, inspiring two generations of golfers and counting. Jerry was also an avid reader and dedicated Nebraska Huskers and Minnesota Twins fan.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Todd Zeller of Omaha, NE; Tim (Tama) Zeller of Elk Point, SD; and Jeff (Jodi) Zeller of Vermillion, SD; his daughter, Jodi (Todd) Beaton of Woodstock, GA; his brother, Robert Zeller of Hampshire, Illinois; 11 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Zeller; his parents, Wilfred and Olga Zeller; his daughter-in-law, Mary Zeller; and his granddaughter, Ashley Zeller.
[Source: Kober Funeral Home in Elk Point, South Dakota]
November 19, 1933 ~ May 22, 2022
Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller, 88, of Elk Point passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He died a local golf legend and veteran, leaving behind a legacy of quick wit and broken tees.
A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, at United Parish Church in Elk Point, with Pastor David Bambas officiating. Burial will be held privately.
Jerry was born in Watertown, S.D., as the first son to Wilfred and Olga (Randolph) Zeller. Jerry is a graduate of the Watertown High School Class of 1952 and the University of South Dakota Class of 1959. He enlisted and served in the United States Army in 1955 until he was honorably discharged in 1963.
Jerry married the love of his life, Audrey Ellen Hatlestad, on August 18, 1957, in Watertown. Newlyweds Jerry and Audrey lived in Sioux City, Iowa, to raise their young family before moving in 1970 to their lifelong home, the historic "big white house" on Main Street in Elk Point.
Jerry was passionate about local issues in his community, serving as a member in both the Free Masons Society and Lions Club and elected Commander of the American Legion. Jerry spent the majority of his professional career working at SIMPCO, a regional government planning agency, as the Siouxland Regional Transit System Transportation Director. Jerry and Audrey also belonged to the Elk Point United Parish and spent many years cheering on the Elk Point Pointers and Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies as loyal fans, parents and grandparents.
Jerry is best known for his love of golf. He could be found often at the Elk Point Golf Course, where he was a member for over 50 years. A competitive golfer, Jerry won many tournaments over the years and holds the course record of 31 at the Elk Point Golf Course. At 79 years old, he achieved every golfer's dream: the elusive hole in one. Jerry shared many memories together on the course with his children and grandchildren, inspiring two generations of golfers and counting. Jerry was also an avid reader and dedicated Nebraska Huskers and Minnesota Twins fan.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Todd Zeller of Omaha, NE; Tim (Tama) Zeller of Elk Point, SD; and Jeff (Jodi) Zeller of Vermillion, SD; his daughter, Jodi (Todd) Beaton of Woodstock, GA; his brother, Robert Zeller of Hampshire, Illinois; 11 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Zeller; his parents, Wilfred and Olga Zeller; his daughter-in-law, Mary Zeller; and his granddaughter, Ashley Zeller.
[Source: Kober Funeral Home in Elk Point, South Dakota]
Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller
November 19, 1933 ~ May 22, 2022
Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller, 88, of Elk Point passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He died a local golf legend and veteran, leaving behind a legacy of quick wit and broken tees.
A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, at United Parish Church in Elk Point, with Pastor David Bambas officiating. Burial will be held privately.
Jerry was born in Watertown, S.D., as the first son to Wilfred and Olga (Randolph) Zeller. Jerry is a graduate of the Watertown High School Class of 1952 and the University of South Dakota Class of 1959. He enlisted and served in the United States Army in 1955 until he was honorably discharged in 1963.
Jerry married the love of his life, Audrey Ellen Hatlestad, on August 18, 1957, in Watertown. Newlyweds Jerry and Audrey lived in Sioux City, Iowa, to raise their young family before moving in 1970 to their lifelong home, the historic "big white house" on Main Street in Elk Point.
Jerry was passionate about local issues in his community, serving as a member in both the Free Masons Society and Lions Club and elected Commander of the American Legion. Jerry spent the majority of his professional career working at SIMPCO, a regional government planning agency, as the Siouxland Regional Transit System Transportation Director. Jerry and Audrey also belonged to the Elk Point United Parish and spent many years cheering on the Elk Point Pointers and Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies as loyal fans, parents and grandparents.
Jerry is best known for his love of golf. He could be found often at the Elk Point Golf Course, where he was a member for over 50 years. A competitive golfer, Jerry won many tournaments over the years and holds the course record of 31 at the Elk Point Golf Course. At 79 years old, he achieved every golfer's dream: the elusive hole in one. Jerry shared many memories together on the course with his children and grandchildren, inspiring two generations of golfers and counting. Jerry was also an avid reader and dedicated Nebraska Huskers and Minnesota Twins fan.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Todd Zeller of Omaha, NE; Tim (Tama) Zeller of Elk Point, SD; and Jeff (Jodi) Zeller of Vermillion, SD; his daughter, Jodi (Todd) Beaton of Woodstock, GA; his brother, Robert Zeller of Hampshire, Illinois; 11 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Zeller; his parents, Wilfred and Olga Zeller; his daughter-in-law, Mary Zeller; and his granddaughter, Ashley Zeller.
[Source: Kober Funeral Home in Elk Point, South Dakota]
November 19, 1933 ~ May 22, 2022
Gerald Eugene "Jerry" Zeller, 88, of Elk Point passed away on Sunday, May 22, 2022, surrounded by his loving family. He died a local golf legend and veteran, leaving behind a legacy of quick wit and broken tees.
A memorial service, with military honors, will be held at 1:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 26, at United Parish Church in Elk Point, with Pastor David Bambas officiating. Burial will be held privately.
Jerry was born in Watertown, S.D., as the first son to Wilfred and Olga (Randolph) Zeller. Jerry is a graduate of the Watertown High School Class of 1952 and the University of South Dakota Class of 1959. He enlisted and served in the United States Army in 1955 until he was honorably discharged in 1963.
Jerry married the love of his life, Audrey Ellen Hatlestad, on August 18, 1957, in Watertown. Newlyweds Jerry and Audrey lived in Sioux City, Iowa, to raise their young family before moving in 1970 to their lifelong home, the historic "big white house" on Main Street in Elk Point.
Jerry was passionate about local issues in his community, serving as a member in both the Free Masons Society and Lions Club and elected Commander of the American Legion. Jerry spent the majority of his professional career working at SIMPCO, a regional government planning agency, as the Siouxland Regional Transit System Transportation Director. Jerry and Audrey also belonged to the Elk Point United Parish and spent many years cheering on the Elk Point Pointers and Elk Point-Jefferson Huskies as loyal fans, parents and grandparents.
Jerry is best known for his love of golf. He could be found often at the Elk Point Golf Course, where he was a member for over 50 years. A competitive golfer, Jerry won many tournaments over the years and holds the course record of 31 at the Elk Point Golf Course. At 79 years old, he achieved every golfer's dream: the elusive hole in one. Jerry shared many memories together on the course with his children and grandchildren, inspiring two generations of golfers and counting. Jerry was also an avid reader and dedicated Nebraska Huskers and Minnesota Twins fan.
Jerry is survived by his sons, Todd Zeller of Omaha, NE; Tim (Tama) Zeller of Elk Point, SD; and Jeff (Jodi) Zeller of Vermillion, SD; his daughter, Jodi (Todd) Beaton of Woodstock, GA; his brother, Robert Zeller of Hampshire, Illinois; 11 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Audrey Zeller; his parents, Wilfred and Olga Zeller; his daughter-in-law, Mary Zeller; and his granddaughter, Ashley Zeller.
[Source: Kober Funeral Home in Elk Point, South Dakota]
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