Jerald Motz

Jerry A. Motz, 70 of rural St. Johns, MI died at Sparrow Hospital on November 12, 2016. Jerry was born on March 22, 1946 in St. Johns and was the son of Arthur and Rita (Sturm) Motz. He graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School in 1964. Jerry was a farmer who was always there to help his neighbors. He enjoyed the outdoors and tending to his cattle. He found joy in providing food to senior citizens kitchens with his father Art. He always looked forward to family get-togethers at the farm, and was an avid MSU fan. Jerry was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. Jerry is survived by his father, Arthur Motz, siblings Marilynn B. (Steve) McDermott of Los Osos, California, William F. (Pat) Motz of Grand Ledge, Pamela A. (Mick) Sheridan of Houghton, MI and Scott G. (Stacie) Motz of Fowlerville. Several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother, Rita and sister Rosemary. Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Friday, November 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery. The family will receive friends and relatives at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home on Thursday, November 17, 2016, 2-4 and 6-8 PM. There will be a Rosary/Vigil service Thursday evening at 7:30 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the St. Johns Basic Needs, 105 N. Clinton Ave., St. Johns, MI 48879.