COLUMBUS
Gerry J. Rea, 83, of Columbus passed away from this life on March 27, 2026, at home with his family by his side. Gerry was born October 18,1942 in Seymour, Indiana, the son of James and Josephine (Hodge) Rea.
Mr. Rea’s life was a tapestry of enduring love marked by his marriage to Judith A. Baldwin on June 1, 1963. There remarkable partnership flourished over 63 years, blessed with daughters Teresa (Chip) Kuhrts and Staci McChesney, and grandsons Kasey (Amanda) Kuhrts, Tristan (Kaitlyn) Decker and Devon Decker.
Gerry retired from Cummins, Inc. in 2001 as a Credit Analyst after 38 years of dedicated service. He was an enthusiastic user of computers and the internet, staying updated with the latest technological advancements and was diligent in maintaining his yard and flowers to perfection. Gerry cherished the time spent with his family and beloved Airedale Terriers, Abby, Baxter and Kosmo.
His absence will be deeply felt by his beloved wife, Judi, his daughters, his grandsons, brother-in-law Carl Morgan, three nieces and dear close friends, who found in him an endless source of strength, wisdom, love and laughs. Gerry’s family will treasure his gentle spirit and the loving home he built for them. Kindness and generosity were his hallmark, an attribute that infused every aspect of his life and touched all who knew him. His was a well-lived life, defined by quiet grace and dignity that will continue to inspire his family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Beverly Morgan and grandson, Miles McChesney.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place, and no services are planned. Arrangements have been entrusted to Barkes, Weaver &Glick Funeral Home.
In memory of Mr. Rea, memorial contributions may be given to Our Hospice of South Central Indiana or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Online condolences and special memories may be shared with Rea family at barkesweaverglick.com.
