Gerald "Jerry" David Cole, 77, of Granite City, IL died on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL.

He was born on April 15, 1949 in Bonne Terre, MO to Herbert F. and Lorene (nee: Johnson) Cole.

Jerry married Brenda House in Bonne Terre, MO on June 28, 1980.  She preceded him in death.

The U.S. Army veteran was an outdoors type of person.  He enjoyed cars and especially enjoyed drag racing.

Jerry is survived by a daughter, Danielle (Shane) Driver of Hartford, IL; 2 grandchildren:  Caleb and Chloe and a brother, Dale Cole of Bonne Terre, MO.

Besides his wife and parents, Jerry is preceded in death by 3 brothers:  Jim Cole, Bob Cole and Bud Cole.

A memorial with military honors will be held at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery at a later date.

Professional services entrusted to the care of Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com