Gerald Vernus Burge

BURGE, GERALD VERNUS "Jerry"; of Clarkston;

born March 6, 1939 to Vernus and Mary Burge in Highland Park; passed away unexpectedly on July 5, 2025 at the age of 86;

Partner of Suzanne "Suzy" Poniatowski. Stepparent to Mairin Poniatowski; Father of Natalie Burge and Nathan (Tracy) Burge; Brother of Patt Ott and Charles Burge of North Carolina;  Uncle of Jason Burge, Adam Burge, Cheryl (Bob) Holbrook, Diana (Tim) Boyd, and Renee (David) Ott. Jerry is also missed by his black lab, Daisy.

Jerry served in the U.S. Army from 1962-1964.  He worked as a design draftsman for several companies for about 40 years.  Jerry owned Diversified Design. He was a lifetime member for 50 years with the National Ski Patrol, having served with Pine Knob Ski Patrol. He served as a ski instructor for many 40 years with Winter Walden. Jerry was an AA member for 28 years. He enjoyed working in his yard and taking care his home on the backwaters of the lake, which he considered his version of "Up North.'"

Friends may visit Lewis E. Wint & Son Funeral Home, Clarkston on Tuesday, July 15th from 4:00-8:00 PM

Cemetery service with military honors Wednesday, July 16th at 1:30pm at Great Lakes National Cemetery, Holly. Arrive promptly at 1:15pm at the cemetery. Luncheon to follow.

All Ski Patrollers please bring your red jackets and ski poles to the funeral home and cemetery.

Memorials may be made to Pine Knob Ski Patrol or the family.

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