Jerry Edward Bruley
Jerry Edward Bruley, 82, a resident of Friendswood, TX passed away January 22, 2020. Jerry was born on October 23, 1937 in Memphis, TN and arrived in Texas at the age of three years. Graduated from Sam Houston High School in 1956. He enjoyed sports. He excelled at track and played football. After graduating worked at several different jobs, then landed at J Weingarten where he worked for 30 years retiring at the position of Warehouse Manager. He then directed his efforts into an equal partnership with his brother for the past 40 plus years owning and operating Cougar Pallet Inc.
Jerry was married to his high school sweetheart Jo Ann and was by her side for 62 wonderful years. He was loved greatly by his family and friends and inspired anyone he encountered. He lived life to the fullest and on his own terms.
He has always been a large fan of the Houston sports teams, a marksman, a sportsman, a builder, and was an avid bowler. Nothing though could rival his absolute passion for hunting. If you wanted to be around him during hunting season you better head to the woods.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Phillip and Alice Bruley.
Jerry leaves behind his devoted wife of 62 years, Jo Ann Bruley; His Children; Daughter: Sheryl Delaine Mire, husband Daniel; Sons: Russell Edward Bruley, wife Linda and Stephen Edward Bruley, Significant other Michelle Valencia; Grandchildren: Kyle Edward Muller, John Edward Bruley, Christina Allison Bruley and Joshua Dane Petrosius; Great Grandchildren: Kinsley Grace Muller, Luke Edward Muller and Ela Faii Petrosius; Brother; Clarence Joseph Bruley, wife Billie.
A memorial service will be conducted at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 31, 2020 at St. Helen Catholic Church Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jerry’s name to St. Dominic Village, Buckmasters Disabled Veteran Hunting, or the National Rifle Association.
It was a pleasure to work under Jerry, I worked with Jerry the last 3 1/2yrs up until his retirement. Jerry was a very dedicated gentleman to his job and his company. He spoke words of wisdom and was very knowledgeable. Always speaking highly of his wife Joann. You will be missed Jerry…. Thank you for everything you did for us here at Cougar. RIP
Your friend,
Joan
I met Jerry when I joined the bowling league he was a member of about 11 years ago. I was elected as the league secretary during that same year, and I usually arrived at the center early, which is something Jerry did as well. Over the years I got to know him somewhat, and I found him to be a kind, funny and serious man. He would talk about his wife Jo Ann a lot, saying how well she took care of him, and she how she kept things going for the family. I could tell he really adored her. I so enjoyed having Jerry as a member of the Merry Mixers League, and I’m really going to miss his presence.
I send my deepest condolences to his family, and I pray God comforts you all as you grieve the loss of Jerry. He will truly be missed. Rest in Heavenly Peace Jerry!