Gerald Edward Roush

Gerald Edward Roush, 79, passed away on October 27, 2026, at Lima Memorial Health System with family by his side.

Gerald “Jerry” was born on September 13, 1947, in Lima, Ohio, to Arthur and Amelia (Wolock) Roush. On September 8, 1973, he married Sharon (Grant) Roush, who survives in Lima.

Jerry was an LCC graduate. He received his Industrial Technology degrees from OSU (Bachelors) and Bowling Green (Masters). For 25 years he taught Industrial Arts at Delphos Jefferson and Bluffton High schools. As an Air Force Mechanic in the Vietnam war, he was stationed in Thailand and the Philippines. He was a classic car enthusiast and member of Cruisers Car Club. He enjoyed everything cars, woodworking, building, and spending much time with family and friends.

Along with his wife, he is survived by his children: Jeremy Roush, Mandy (John) Nassef, and Grant (Christina) Roush; grandchildren, Logan Roush and Chase (Gabe Thomas) Roush; brother, Tom (Kathleen) Roush; brother-in-law, Ed (Jan) Grant; sisters-in-law, Cindy (Tim) Stringer, and Bev Fierro; many loved nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and close friends.

Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by father-in-law, Athel (Ruby) Grant; mother-in-law, Virginia Grant; sister, Jan (Jack Quinn) Long; and brother-in-law, Tony Fierro.

The family will receive friends from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Monday, November 2, 2026, at Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home, Lima, Ohio; with Military Honors at 7 p.m. and Rosary following. The funeral mass will begin at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at St. Rose Catholic Church, Lima. Father David Ross will officiate.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Disabled American Veterans at www.DAV.org/donate

Arrangements handled by Chamberlain-Huckeriede Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed at www.chamberlainhuckeriede.com.