comment from Jerry's niece 
 

There are no words to express how unselfish and giving my Uncle Pete was. I called him Uncle Pete but he was really my dad. He did everything for me Beth and Jon he could and did it with love. I asked him not too long ago why he never married and had children. His answer says it all.. He said because your mom moved back home with you 3 children and i knew i was gonna have to take care of yall. He never had to tell me he loved me. I knew it and felt it...i hope the angels are singing to you the most beautiful songs heaven can offer because you deserve it and more. I love you Uncle Pete and thank you for everything you did for me. You are truely one of a kind and you will be greatly missed.