Jerry's Obituary
Jerry W. Ulyat, 88, of Remington, passed away on August 12, 2026, at White Oak Health Campus of Monticello. Born on September 2, 1937, in Brook, he was the son of the late Olin E. and Leona (Montgomery) Ulyat. Jerry graduated from Remington High School in 1956 and served honorably in the United States Army from 1961 to 1966, stationed at Fort Sill, OK.
He married Martha Ballard on June 8, 1958, in Remington, and they shared many years together until her passing on June 6, 2022. Jerry was a dedicated member of the American Legion Post 280, the 40 & 8 veterans’ organization, and the Hazelden Country Club until its closing. He managed Remington Ready Mix for 25 years and founded Ulyat Trucking in 1975.
Jerry enjoyed golfing, fishing, traveling, and cherished watching his son and grandchildren at their arts and sporting events. He is survived by his son, Brad (wife: Carla) Ulyat of Remington; his sister, Rosalie Mathis of Kentland; grandchildren, Bret (wife: Leslie) Ulyat of Remington and Morgan Ulyat of Chicago; and great-grandchildren, Blakely and Everett Ulyat.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Martha, his parents, his stepmother, Lula Fisher, and his siblings, Richard, Beverly, and infant sister, Marilyn.
A graveside service with military honors will be held at 1:00 PM (EST) on Monday, August 17, 2026, at Remington Cemetery.
Celebration of Life will be on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 2-6 pm (EST) at the Toben Farms Venue in Rensselaer (9302 S 630 W, Rensselaer, IN).
Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Jerry to the Remington Food Pantry (1 N. Ohio St. P.O. Box 33 Remington, IN 47977) or American Legion Post 280 (P.O. Box 348 Remington, IN 47977).
