Jerry Daffer, 62

Jerry Dean Daffer, 62, Red Oak, passed away unexpectedly at his home, after an extended illness, on Friday, March 31, 2023.  
Jerry was born Dec. 6, 1960, in Nebraska City, Neb., the son of Gary and Sharon (Goings) Daffer.  His parents were divorced, and he was raised by his step-father, Robert Wilson.  Jerry graduated from Red Oak High School and joined the U.S. Army.  He served nine years as a crew chief on helicopters.  Jerry always looked forward to returning to his little town of Red Oak.  These last years, he operated Daffer Home Improvement.  
Jerry was united in marriage to Ronda Von Dielingen on March 14, 2013, in Red Oak.  They made their home in Red Oak.  Jerry enjoyed golfing, telling stories and spending time with friends and family.  
Preceding him in death were his father, Gary Daffer; his step-father, Robert Wilson; daughter, Kristi Kay Daffer; and grandparents.  
Survivors include his wife, Ronda Daffer of Red Oak; mother, Sharon Wilson of Red Oak; children, Mikala Wilkening and husband John of Clarinda; Michelle Daffer and Matt Yates of Phoenix, Ariz.; Tom Daffer and wife Alex of Red Oak; and Hilary Boos and husband Ben of Omaha, Neb.; step-children, Cole Norris and wife Georgeanne of Columbus, Ind.; and Adam Ganley and wife Candice of Ft. Drum, N.Y.; 15 grandchildren;  brothers, Mark Daffer and wife Melinda of Amboy, Ill.; Dan Wilson and wife Katrina of St. Cloud, Minn.; David Wilson of Red Oak; and Jim Daffer and wife Lori of Auburn, Neb.; sister-in-law, Marta Goodrich and husband Don of Red Oak; brothers-in-law, Ed Von Dielingen and partner Wilma of Red Oak and Ron Von Dielingen and wife Stacey of Newton; and other relatives and many friends.
A graveside memorial celebration of life was held Tuesday, April 4, 2023, at Evergreen Cemetery with military honors. Memorials are suggested to the family to be designated at a later date.
Nelson-Boylan-LeRette Funeral Chapel is in charge of arrangements.