Gerald “Jerry” Reed Martin, of Spanish Fork, Utah, passed away on September 21, 2024, in St. George, Utah, at the age of 55. Born on January 21, 1969, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Jerry was the son of Gerald Edward Martin and Lois Rose Marincic.
Jerry grew up in Las Vegas as the youngest brother to Lori, Paul, Philip and Mindy. After his parents divorced in his adolescence, his father remarried Lou Jean Foremaster Sifford, who played a significant role in raising him through his teenage years and beyond.
Jerry earned his certification as a court reporter from Provo College. During that time, he met the love of his life, Cheryl Edna Jones. Eight months later, they were married on April 17, 1992, in the St. George Utah Temple. Together they raised four children: Austin, Ashley, Chase and Jaime.
As a devoted member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jerry served a mission from 1989 to 1991 in Geneva, Switzerland.
Jerry had the remarkable gift to make friends wherever he went. Those who knew him could always count on him for comfort, a laugh and genuine companionship. No one was a stranger in Jerry’s presence.
In his career as a court reporter, Jerry had the opportunity to travel all over Utah, a state whose natural beauty he cherished. A true lover of the outdoors, he spent his free time biking, hiking and kayaking whenever he could.
Music was also a significant part of Jerry’s life. He loved playing the piano and the songs he mastered contained so much emotion and devotion that they touched all who listened.
Jerry is survived by his beloved wife, Cheryl; his mother, Lois; his children, Austin, Ashley, Chase and Jaime; his grandchildren; his siblings; and numerous friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Gerald.
Jerry’s joyous spirit will live on, continuing to brighten the days of those who loved him.
Services for his funeral will be held on Saturday, September 28, located at 761 E 400 N Spanish Fork, UT 84660, beginning with a 9 to 10:30 a.m viewing, followed by a memorial at 11 a.m. A graveside service will be held after.
Condolences can be offered at www.springcreekmortuary.com.
