Jerry Joe Eckrote Sr., 74, passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 30, 2025.

Jerry was born in New Castle on Aug. 1, 1951. He married Darlene Smith on June 30, 1971, and she survives.

His greatest accomplishment was his family. Surviving family includes his wife: Darlene, Akron; his children: Jerry Jr. (Amy), and Jeffrey (Michele); seven grandchildren; a sister: Sandra Sidwell, Pendleton; one brother: Jerald (Kris) Eckrote, Pendleton; and many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. He is also survived by his best buddy and favorite sister-in-law: Mary Smith; and sister-in-law: Cheryl Wise.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Joe and Helen Eckrote; a sister: Beverla Tuterow; and sister-in-law: Donna Aleman.

Good Family Funeral Home, Rochester, is handling arrangements.