Obituary: Jerry William Calentine

Jerry William Calentine, 59, passed away on March 27, 2015, peacefully in his sleep with his family by his side.

Born and raised in Columbus, Ohio, Jerry married his high-school sweetheart, Sharon Spring, in 1974. He moved in 1979 with his family to Ocoee, Florida. He and his wife relocated in 2002 to Melbourne, Florida.

Jerry was a hard worker who provided well for his family. He worked for Schenck Company for more than 25 years, working his way up from salesman to operations manager. For the last five years, he worked for Home Depot as a member of the Merchandising Executive Team, servicing multiple stores in Melbourne, Merritt Island and, most recently,  Clermont. 

Jerry loved doing yard work. He was never content to stay inside. He loved being outside. Jerry also was known to be a big Ohio State Buckeye fan. He lived and breathed Buckeyes. And anyone who knew him knows this to be an understatement. 

Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Jerry; his mother, Helen; and his sister, Dortha. 

Jerry is survived by his wife, Sharon; daughters, Andrea (Eric) and Amy (Andy); granddaughter, Addison; stepfather, Robert; stepsisters, Jill and Jody; half-brother, Jerry; and sister-in law, Shirley.

Jerry will be cremated, and a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. April 11, at Glad Tidings Church, 2009 N. Fullers Cross Road, Ocoee, Florida 34761.

In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that memorial donations be made to Hospice of the Comforter, 550 E. Rollins St., Sixth Floor, Orlando, Florida 32803. Sharon, Andrea and Amy wish to extend their gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and staff of the Hospice of the Comforter that helped to care for Jerry in his last days.