Jerome L. Rohrer, Sr.

Jerome “Jerry” L. Rohrer, Sr., age 89, of Union City, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at his home.

He was born on August 23, 1936, in Cranberry Prairie, to the late William and Catherine (Livingston) Rohrer.

In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his wife, Ardith “Arty” (Addington) Rohrer, whom he married on May 23, 1959 and who passed away on May 22, 2019; his siblings, Saloma Glassford, Rich Rohrer, Rosellan Ruhlenkamp, Norma Smith, and Bernice McDowell; and his brother-in-law, Bill Addington.

Jerry is survived by his children, Leroy Rohrer of Union City, Ohio, Jim Rohrer of Russells Point, Gary (Freda) Rohrer of Portland, Paul (Janet) Rohrer, and Nick (Karen Poggie) Rohrer of Fort Recovery; his 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, and 1 great-great grandchildren; and his in-laws, Nila King of Indianapolis, Dorinda Addington of Union City, Indiana, Susie (Arnie) Norton of Union City, Indiana, Sandy (Keith) Imel of Fort Recovery, David (Donita) Addington of Hope, Indiana, and Mark (Tonya) Addington of Union City, Indiana.

Jerry was a graduate of Fort Recovery High School. Following graduation, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, where he honorably served his country as a corporal. After returning home, Jerry began a dedicated 38-year career with the Union City Body Company, where he worked faithfully until his retirement.

In his free time, Jerry enjoyed the simple pleasures of life. He loved spending time fishing, tinkering with small engines, working in his garden, and raising a variety of animals over the years. Jerry also took an interest in flying remote control airplanes, although he often joked that after one crash it became a very expensive hobby.

Jerry was a proud member of UAW Local 494, the Fort Recovery VFW, the Union City Eagles, and the American Legion. Above all, Jerry will be remembered for his generous and giving heart. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and found great joy in helping others whenever he could.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM, Thursday, May 28, 2026, at Mary Help of Christians Catholic Church, Fort Recovery. Burial will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery.

Guests may visit with Jerry’s family on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM and again on Thursday from 9:00 AM until 10:00 AM at Brockman Boeckman Funeral Home, Fort Recovery.

Memorial contributions may be given to Top Priority Veterans. Top Priority Veterans Inc. is a Darke County organization that provides assets from A to Z, supplies and support for all those veterans and their families in need. For enrichment and enhancing their lives.

Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.brockmanboeckmanfh.com.