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Gerald Walter Whitcomb, Beebe employee

October 22, 2021

Gerald Walter Whitcomb, 67, of Lewes, passed away suddenly Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. Jerry, as he was affectionately known by his friends, was born in Lewes, son of the late Wilbur Stumple Whitcomb and Geraldine Bernice Plummer Whitcomb.  In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Adam, and a brother Billy.

Jerry began his working career with Beebe Medical Center in 1998 and was still working at the time of his passing as a plant engineer.  He was a former member of Lewes Fire Department Inc., having served for over 10 years.

In his spare time, Jerry thoroughly enjoyed fishing, hunting, NASCAR and sports, especially the Eagles and Cape Henlopen High School football.

Jerry is survived by his daughter, Stephanie Whitcomb (Chris) of Decatur, Ill.; two sons: Daniel Whitcomb of Felton and Jeffrey Whitcomb of Lewes; two grandchildren: Zoey and Hazel; and many extended family and friends.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, Oct. 27, at 11 a.m., at Parsell Funeral Homes & Crematorium, Atkins-Lodge Chapel, 16961 Kings Highway, Lewes, where friends may call beginning at 10 a.m.  Viewing will also be held Tuesday, Oct. 26 from 6 to 8 p.m., at the funeral home. Burial will be private.

Contributions in Jerry’s memory are suggested to your favorite charity of choice.

Please visit Jerry’s Life Memorial and sign the online guestbook at www.parsellfuneralhomes.com.

 

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