Jerry Leroy Tuhey, 78, of Ozark, MO, passed away Sunday, February 12, 2017. He was born July 17, 1938, in Springfield, MO, to John and Matilda Tuhey.

Jerry enjoyed fishing, gardening, visiting flea markets, listening to country music and watching westerns. He loved to talk and never met a stranger. Jerry was also loving, friendly and liked to give lots of hugs to his family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Don Tuhey; and sister, Joann Kloppenburg.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Rhode Tuhey; children, Jeri Tuhey, John Tuhey and Michael Tuhey; three grandchildren; brother, Edward Tuhey; and a host of family and friends that will miss him dearly.

Funeral services will be held at 2:30 PM, on Saturday, February 18, 2017, in the Victory Baptist Church, 5058 State Hwy W, Ozark, MO. Arrangements have been entrusted to Midwest Cremation and Funeral Services, Springfield.