Jerri Nicola
Jerri Nicola 68, of Grindstone, Pa. died Tuesday, January 18, 2011 in the Jefferson Regional Medical Center as the result of complications from surgery. The former Geraldine Walters, she was born on June 15, 1942, the daughter of Jane Walters of Brownsville and the late Clarence Walters.
In addition to her father, she was predeceased by her husband Charles Nicola.
Jerri was a petite spitfire who was devoted to her family and lovingly nursed her husband for more than two decades before his death in December 2009.
A graduate of Brownsville High School, she retired from the circulation department of Uniontown Newspapers, Inc. in 2008 after 48 years of service.
She loved animals and enjoyed shopping with her best friend and older sister, Joyce Acton of Brownsville. Those who loved Jerri will remember her most for always putting the comfort and concerns of others before her own needs.
In addition to her mother and sister, she is survived by her devoted niece and nephew, Robin Acton of Latrobe and Mark Acton of Greensboro and their spouses Merle Harr and Alice Acton.
She is also survived by great nieces Rachel Acton of Charleroi and Amy Martin and her fiance Mark Studer and their children Chloe and Tyler of Dublin, Ohio.
She will be missed by a special sister-in-law Norma Trombino and her best friend Jackie Ross and many other relatives, friends and former colleagues who will remember her sparkling smile, generous heart and playful sense of humor.
The family will receive friends in the SKIRPAN FUNERAL HOME 135 Park St. Brownsville, PA on Friday January 21, 2011 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 until 11:00 a.m., the hour of service with the Rev. Patricia Roddy officiating.
Interment will be in the Lafayette Memorial Park.