Major (retired) Jerry M. Schock (1956–2025), aged 69, passed away at the Perley Veteran Health Care Centre in Ottawa on June 18, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born on February 2, 1956, in Arvida, Jerry dedicated 32 plus years to the Canadian Armed Forces and Canadian Military Engineers. He served at Rockcliffe, Chilliwack, CFS Alsask, Germany, Kingston, and Ottawa.
Jerry is survived by his wife Helene Couture, two sons Alexander and Eric, and his brother Rick, sisters and brothers in law. He was a devoted father who took pride in his sons’, and their accomplishments. He loved nothing more than helping them with their hobbies and attending their sporting events.
The family wish to express their extreme gratitude to the staff at Perley Health for the exceptional care, compassion and friendship given to Jerry during his time there.
In recognition of the fantastic support he received while at the Perley and from other institutions that marked his life, donations in lieu of flowers to the Perley Health Foundation, the CHEO Foundation, or the Heart and Stroke Foundation would be appreciated.
In accordance with Jerry's wishes, he will be cremated. The family will receive visitors on Monday, July 7, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at Beechwood Cemetery – Funeral and Cremation Services, (280 Beechwood Avenue, Ottawa). Interment of ashes will follow at 3 p.m. at Beechwood Cemetery.
Please note those that are attending we are asking to be mindful to a sent sensitive environment
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Marie-France m’a appris la triste nouvelle. Toutes mes condoléances Hélène ainsi qu’à tes 2 fils.
Sad news and condolences to the family. I served with Jerry in Germany and Ottawa. I always enjoyed his great sense of humour and positive outlook- a great guy to work with.