John Gerlach

John Russel Gerlach, 66, of Reyno passed away April 11, 2023 at Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center in Poplar Bluff, MO. Mr. Gerlach was born March 15, 1957 in Milwaukee, WI. He enjoyed hunting, leathercrafting, model cars his favorite being a bright orange Chevelle, model trains, and John Wayne. He loved fishing and his favorite holiday was Halloween. He proudly served his country as a member of the United States Army and he very much enjoyed reminiscing about his time in the service and traveling overseas. He was a member of the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign War. He was of the Church of Christ faith.

On September 27, 1980, he married Rhonda Gerlach. She preceded him in death on April 23, 2019. Survivors include his children Christina Gerlach of Reyno and David Gerlach of Little Rock and brother Randy Gerlach of Evansville, IN.

In addition to his wife, he was also preceded in death by his parents Carl F. and Wincie (Pierce) Gerlach.

A visitation will be held Friday, April 21, 2023 at 1:30 PM in the Ermert Funeral Home Chapel. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 PM.