Jerry was born June 28, 1949 in Thief River Falls to Thomas and Opal (Hamerness) Roisland. He honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War.
Jerry married Arlyce Thoreson on July 19, 1969 in Thief River Falls. He worked as an Electrician for many years and since 1975, he owned and operated Roisland Electric. Jerry was meticulous, very handy, could fix anything, and loved to putter in his shop. He built and remodeled many of his family’s homes. He was a collector of firearms and liked to clean and care for them. Jerry was a life member of St. Cloud East Side VFW Post #4847. He was very patriotic, loved classic cars, and had a great sense of humor. He loved the outdoors, enjoyed riding his Harley motorcycles, four-wheeling, snowmobiling and going for pontoon rides.
Survivors include his wife, Arlyce of Waite Park; son and daughter, Jason of St. Cloud and Jillyan of St. Cloud; sister, Kathy Bryant of Coweta, OK; brother-in-law, Robert Loeffler of Thief River Falls; grandchildren, Justin Phipps, Katlyn, Ashley and Allison Roisland, Emma (Jacques Fedor) Roisland-Fedor, Carley Roisland and Robby Feiler; great-granddaughter, Sabrina Fedor; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; son, Jerrad; brother, Thomas, Jr.; and sister, Judith Loeffler.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Linares and the nursing staff, especially Maria at the St. Cloud VA Medical Center for the compassionate care that was given to Jerry. They would also like to thank the EMTs at Mayo Ambulance, the Waite Park Police Department and the many neighbors and friends who have helped to care for Jerry.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, February 5, 2022 at Williams Dingmann Family Funeral Home in Sauk Rapids for Jerry D. Roisland. Pastor Kevin White will officiated. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery in Thief River Falls at a later date.
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