Gerald "Jerry" Clements, age 64, of Manhattan, Il. Passed into heavenly eternity on Thursday, March 4th, 2021 with his loving family at his bedside. He was born and preceded in death by his parents Grady and Jewel Clements of Joliet, Il. On August 1st, 1956. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Terry (Day) Clements. They met on a blind date in 1976. Anyone that knew them knew they were soulmates and they radiated love for each other. They were blessed with two children; Joshua Clements of Weeki Wachee, FL. and Kristen (Adam) Casner of Manhattan, IL. He was the proud Papa of three grandchildren; Ava, Anna and Eli Casner. He is survived by his loving siblings Jan (Woody) Webb of Hot Springs, VA., Tom (Elizabeth) Clements of Craigsville VA. And Jeff (Sue) Clements of Joliet. He is also survived by his Mother-in-law Mary (Day) Johnson, Aunt Nina Clements and numerous cousins , nieces, nephews and friends. Jerry spent his career in the medical field caring for others and was amazing at what he did and developed strong friendships along the way. He had a passion for music, singing since the age of 5 in church. He later was involved in the "Clements Quartet", "Headin West Band", "Just Us" Bluegrass band and his church praise and worship team. He was a die-hard University of Alabama football fan and just about every outfit he wore had some reference to Alabama or the Crimson color, Roll Tide! Jerry had many other interests which included spending time with family, hunting, camping, fishing and golf. He was looking forward to enjoying these things in retirement with Terry. He will be missed so dearly, but what better way to spend retirement than singing with his musical family in heaven. Visitation will be held Friday, March 12, 2021 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm and Saturday March 13, 2021 from 10:00 am until time of service 12:00 noon. All taking place at the Jackson Creek Fellowship Church, 25800 Center Rd., Monee, Il. 60449. Services have been entrusted to Forsythe Gould Funeral Home, Manhattan, Il. (815) 478-3321. MASKS ARE REQUIRED !! Expressions of sympathy are welcome in the form of flowers, cards or monetary donations via check, cash, venmo@Gerald-Clements-memorial or zelle (815) 685-7392.