Jerry Daniel

Packer

Jerry Daniel Packer of Garyville, LA passed away on December 7th, 2022 due to a long battle with lung cancer.
Jerry was born January 28, 1941 to James Gillespie Packer and Addie Dora Packer in Monroe, LA.
At a young age he moved with his mother and two siblings Mary and James Jr. to Algiers, LA, where he acquired an electricians tade at the age of 17 landing him a job with Kaiser Aluminum. He worked his way up to head of maintenance and retired in the early 2000's.
In 1962 he married Betty Johnson fathering three children, Yvonne, Jennifer and the late Laura.
1n 1994 he married Shirley Kress gaining 2 stepsons, John and Wayne and 2 step granddaughters, Dani and Deseree and a great granddaughter, Ashlynn. He also had granddaughters by Jennifer; Amanda, Alisha, Andrea and Amaris and a great grandson, Braeden.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend
The last 4 years of his life he was in a relationship with Jenelyn Romanda who helped care for him in his remaining days.
He loved animals, fishing, golf, playing pool and enjoyed as much as he could given the quality of life in his remaining days.
He was a member of Alcoholic Anonymous for the last 40 plus years which he remained grateful to God for.
His contagious smile and personable personality will be forever missed, as well as his loved for life. Godspeed, till we see you again!
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Memorial Service at Celebration Church, 2001 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA 70001 on Tuesday, January 3, 2023. Visitation at the church from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. followed by a Memorial Service at 6:30 p.m.
To share memories or condolences, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com