Jerry Conner passed peacefully at home on June 2, 2023, in Tigard, Oregon. Born in Crescent City, Cali-fornia to Les & Luella Conner, Jerry graduated from Del Norte High School in 1974, having been active in sports, student government, and the speech team.
After studying engineering and computer science at CSU, Chico, Jerry married his long-time friend and sweetheart, Jane Lesina in 1978. Jerry and Jane made the move to Portland where they would raise their children, Jeff, and Jennifer.
In 2015, after 37 years at Northwest Engineering Service, Jerry retired. He transitioned into a new era as “Papa Bear.” Jerry was a devoted Papa to Luke, Evelyn, Leila, and Zoey. From playing in the pool, to going to soccer or football games, nothing brought him greater pride and joy than seeing the kids have fun.
Victory Motorcycles were one of Jerry’s favorite hobbies, something he fondly referred to as “wind ther-apy.” He often rode alongside his brother-in-law Rod Lesina, exploring the western US.
Jerry is survived by his wife Jane; children Jennifer and Jeff (Brittany); four grandchildren; his sister Carol Lee; and numerous other relatives. Jerry was preceded in death by his parents and siblings, Bruce, and Nancy.