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Jerome R. Switch
January 22, 1937 - August 30, 2026
JEROME “JERRY” ROBERT SWITCH
Jerry passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side.
He was born January 22, 1937 to the late Helen and Joseph Switch. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Marge (Budia) Switch whom he married on June 29, 1963. In addition, he is survived by sisters: Patty Volpe, Dolores Ramsey and Yolanda (Larry) Frammartino and Dolores Switch (Sister-in-Law). Also in-laws Audrey (Lloyd) Mullins and Barbara (John) Turner. Special nephews and nieces: John, Jerome, Mark, Steven, Michael, Joe and Louis, Clara, Geraldine and Violet.
He was preceded in death by his brothers Joseph and Gerald Switch and nephews Joe Jordan and Joe Ramsey.
Jerry started at General Motors in Euclid, Ohio in 1955 and retired after 31 years in 1986. During that time he developed a love for his UAW Union. He was a shop committeeman from1967 to 1970, a health and safety rep. 1970 to 1984, a vice chairman 1986 to 2008. Also chairman of Local 1045 from 2008 to 2024 and on the executive board. He was an avid fan of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He loved his yearly trips to Las Vegas and his love for polkas. He looked forward to every summer so he could worship the sun.
Special thanks to Dan and Katie Vivian and staff at Monarch Meadow and staff at Lafayette Manor.
In lieu of flowers please consider donating in his honor to Fayette Friends of Animals.
