Gerald Joseph "Jerry" Hymel
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Gerald Joseph "Jerry" Hymel

  • August 22, 1933 - January 7, 2012
  • Terrytown, Louisiana
  • In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting mass offerings or donations to Christ the King Church.
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“We send our sincere condolences, praying for you at this time for you to experience God's Hand of Comfort and Peace in your hearts. Love and...Read More » ”
1 of 13 | Posted by: Patti Lis, Alec, Evan - TX

“Ellen, So sorry to hear about Jerry. Our prayers go out to him and your family. Bernice & Keith Cherry ”
2 of 13 | Posted by: Bernice Cherry - Terrytown, LA

“You were a large part of our lives for such a long time. The good times we shared although great memories will be missed with all our hearts. ...Read More » ”
3 of 13 | Posted by: Anthony & Sharon Smith - LA

“You were a large part of our lives for such a long time. The good times we shared although great memories will me missed with all our hearts. ...Read More » ”
4 of 13 | Posted by: Anthony & Sharon Smith - LA

“Ellen, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Patrice Oncale ”
5 of 13 | Posted by: Patrice Oncale - Thibodaux, LA

“Uncle jerry you were the best! ”
6 of 13 | Posted by: Da vid Yates - Met., LA - nef.

“Dear Aunt Ellen and Family I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Jerry and I offer you all my sincere condolences. I will miss him!!! ...Read More » ”
7 of 13 | Posted by: Michael Yates - Abita Springs, LA

“OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL. MARY AND TIFFANY,PATRICK, AND MICHAEL SMOAK. ”
8 of 13 | Posted by: MARY SCHNEIDER - CHURCH POINTr, LA

“Maggi and I are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family as you grieve. We pray that your pain is lessened by the happy...Read More » ”
9 of 13 | Posted by: Jim and Maggi Courville - LA

“On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences. Kenny...Read More » ”
10 of 13 | Posted by: Kenny Spellman - New Orleans, LA

“Skippy and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy. We know you and your family are suffering at this time and we will pray for them and Jerry....Read More » ”
11 of 13 | Posted by: Cheryl & Skippy Hebert - LA

“One of the finest men I've ever known. A true credt to Christian manhood. Always there in times of need and a helping hand extended to all. In...Read More » ”
12 of 13 | Posted by: Hank, Judy, and Katie Berchak - LA

“The entire staff at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home wishes to express their sincere condolences. ”
13 of 13 | Posted by: Jeanne St. Upery


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Gerald Joseph "Jerry" Hymel, age 78, entered into eternal rest on January 7th, 2012. Beloved husband of 51 years to Ellen Vallette Hymel. Son of the late Esteve Joseph Hymel and Blanche Bourgeois Hymel. Loving father of Jerry J. Hymel, Jr. (Phyllis), John S. Hymel (Kathy), and Jay M. Hymel (Patricia). Proud grandfather of Jennifer Hymel, Kyle Hymel, Andrew Hymel, Ross Hymel, and Nicholas Hymel. Brother of Elizabeth "Betty" Fielding and the late James T. Hymel.
Jerry was born in New Orleans on August 22, 1933 and lived in Terrytown for the last 48 years. He graduated from St. Aloysius High School and attended Loyola University. He also served in the U.S. Army from 1953 to 1955. He retired as the co-owner and president of Town Credit of Jefferson, Inc. in 1998.
Jerry was an active member of Christ the King Catholic Church, serving on the Finance Council for many years. He was a member and past president of the Christ the King Holy Name Society and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 6870. He received the Order of St. Louis from the Archdiocese of New Orleans in 2002 in recognition of his dedication and service to the church. Jerry loved people, fishing, the Saints and LSU football.
Visitation will be held on Friday, January 13th, from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Christ the King Catholic Church in Terrytown. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 11:00 a.m., officiated by the Reverend Michael Nam Nguyen. Interment will be at All Saints Mausoleum in Metairie Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting mass offerings or donations to Christ the King Church.