Gerald M. “Jerry” Puch

Gerald M. “Jerry” Puch of Oostburg passed away at the age of 68 on July 12, 2025, at his home with his wife by his side after a long, courageous battle with lung and heart issues.  

He was born in Port Washington, the beloved son of Anton and Amanda (Maciel) Puch, on Oct. 31, 1956.  

Jerry married the love of his life, Donna Deheck, on Dec. 13, 1986, at St. Nicholas Catholic Church, Dacada.  

Jerry graduated from Port Washington High School in 1975.  He went on to further his education in the tool and die trade at a local technical college.   

Jerry worked for K.W. Muth/Lear as a prototype machinist for 20 years before medically retiring in 2005.

Jerry enjoyed spending time outdoors. Hunting, fishing, gardening and riding his motorcycle were among his favorite activites. He also loved to make wine. Above all, he loved spending time with his family, friends and his dogs Elli and Franki. 

Jerry is survived by his wife and loving bride of 38 years, Donna, and children Tim Puch (fiancee Sarah Riedell) and Cassandra (Billy) Burch. 

He is futher survived by his brother Kevin (Debbie) Puch, brothers-in-law Joe (Peggy) Deheck, Jim, Andy and Tom Deheck and Tony (Susan) Deheck, sisters-in-law Diane (Mike) Miller and Judy (Dave) Morales and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. 

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Daniel and Steven and infant sister Beverly. Jerry was also preceded in death by his mother and father-in-law Theresa and Edwin Deheck. 

He will be greatly missed and gone from our sight but never from our hearts. 

Please join Jerry’s family in a celebration of his life to be held from 5 to 10 p.m. on July 25, 2025, at the Sauk Trail Conservation Club, 301 Cedar Ave., Cedar Grove, WI 53013. 

Eernisse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. 

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.