JERALD DEAN "JERRY" O'CONNER, age 77, of Washington CH, passed away on Thursday, June 24, 2021 at his home.

He was born on December 3, 1943 in Circleville, Ohio to Cecil B. and Dorothy (Semour) O'Conner. Jerry proudly served in the United States Navy. After returning home, Jerry worked at CorTek for 35 plus years until his retirement. He enjoyed playing softball, hunting, fishing, camping, and being with his family.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and the love of his life, Phyllis Joan (Hudson) O'Conner, whom he married on November 10, 1970.

Survivors include his children, Paul E. Leach II, Cindy (Darrell) Gardner, Wayne Leach, Timmy Leach, Lisa (Terry) Mick, Samantha (Richard) Gilpen, Romona S. Conley, and Jerry (Emily) O'Conner; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and siblings, Sonya Baldwin, Janice Voss, Ronnie O'Conner, Mike O'Conner, and Keith O'Conner. Also surviving are several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a host of friends.

Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Jerry will be interred at the Good Hope Cemetery at a later date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Summers Funeral Home. Online condolences may be sent to www.summersfuneralhome.com

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