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Lester “Jerry” Kinkade
Lester “Jerry” Kinkade
Iowa City
Lester “Jerry” Kinkade, 83, passed away on June 9, 2023, at his residence with family by his side.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Julie; children, Jill, Jon and James (Colleen Higgins) Kinkade; as well as one brother, David (Chris) Kinkade.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Leslie and Lena (Blanchard) Kinkade; brother, Richard; and sister, Barbara.
Per Jerry’s request, cremation has been accorded and private services will be held at a later date. Private interment will take place in Oakland Cemetery in Iowa City.
For a complete obituary, please visit www.lensingfuneral.com.
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