Gerald LeRoy Hadley's Obituary
Gerald LeRoy Hadley
June 22nd 1948-November 28th 2021
Jerry was born on June 22nd, 1948 to Roy and Shirley Hadley. As a child he grew up in the Ogden area. He graduated from Roy high school in 1966. After high school, Jerry was anxious to follow in his Father’s footsteps and build a career in Sales.
On May 5th, 1967, he married Terry Lynn Benson. Jerry and Terry owned and ran a very successful lighting business, Lighting West, for over 40 years. Jerry loved his job as a salesman, he was great at what he did, he touched many people’s lives and he was very successful. Jerry’s true passion in life was his cars. He rarely passed up a good (or not-so-good) deal on a classic or sports car. He dedicated most of his weekends washing and maintaining them. Jerry always had the most awesome car collection. He also dearly loved the many dogs that he had and cared for over the years.
Jerry is survived by his wife Terry. His Father, Roy. His Son- Sean Hadley (Sandy), Daughter Michelle Atwood (Roy). Son, Mike Hadley. Jerry’s brother Gene Hadley (Jeanene). Jerry’s sister’s: Diane Campbell, Kris Hadley, Jill Nay (Bill). Grandchildren: Megan, Caitlin, Patrick, Dominic, Tabitha, Aubrey, Kira, Camden & Kiersten.
Jerry was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Duncombe Hadley, whom he loved dearly, and the many others that passed before him.
A celebration of life will be held at Premier Funeral Home at 5335 South 1950 West, Roy, UT 84067. On Saturday, December 4th from 1:00-3:00pm.
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