Gerald (Jerry) Burman, 74, of Kentland, passed away at 6:30 AM, Sunday, May 22, 2016 at George Ade Memorial Health Care Center of Brook. He was born December 4, 1941 in Kentland to the late Frank and Edna (Garriott) Burman. Jerry graduated from A.J Kent High School in 1959.

Jerry worked for Herb Schultz, he was owner of the Shell Station in Kentland for 10 years before becoming the owner himself  from 1966-1977. He then found a career at the Indiana State Police Post of Schererville, IN prior to becoming a Newton County Deputy Sheriff in 1978. Jerry also was a Newton County Detective for 5 years. He retired after 26 years of service. During his career in law enforcement Jerry appeared on America's Most Wanted, Cold Case Files, 20/20, and served as Newton County Coroner.

Jerry was a member of the Michael Greene Memorial F.O.P of Rensselaer, IN.

His marriage was to Evelyn Pitstick and they had three children; Todd Burman, Julie (Mike) Paxton of West Lafayette, and Sara (Brad) Bishop of West Lafayette. He later Married Linda (Rhanor) Williams in 1985 adding two step-children; Robert (Bobby) Williams of Nancy, KY, and Kristina (Dave) Fleming of Washington, NH.

He is also survived by 11 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Rita Winger.

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Frank and Edna Burman; son, Todd Burman; brother-in-law, Vernon "Jake" Winger.

Friends may call from 4-7 PM (CST) Thursday, May 26, 2016 at the Covenant Federated Church of Kentland (612 6th St. Kentland, IN 47951). Funeral Service 11 AM (CST) Friday, May 27, 2016 also at the Covenant Federated Church. Rev. Mark Back and Rev. Robert Rawlins to officiate. Interment to follow in Fairlawn Cemetery.

 In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Franciscan Hospice of Rensselaer, George Ade Memorial Healthcare of Brook or Michael Green FOP of Rensselaer.

 

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