Jerry Don Choate, 76, of Morrisville, Missouri, passed away on October 20, 2026.

Jerry was born on March 26, 1950. He married the love of his life, Linda Lou Harvey, on July 18, 1970. Together, they shared 56 wonderful years of marriage.

Jerry and Linda spent time living in Kansas City before returning to Morrisville, where they operated a small dairy farm. Jerry later worked for the Polk County Road and Bridge Department for 24 years before retiring in 2022.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, B.A. Choate and Mary Virginia Choate; his brother, Paul Choate; and his sisters, Mary Lou Francka, Kathryn Bingham, and Patricia Choate.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda; daughter, Sherry; son, Tom (Alfonso); granddaughter, Tori (Tanner); grandson, Garett; and a great-granddaughter, Lynnlee Don, expected March 2027.

He is also survived by his brothers, Bob (Paulette), Billie Joe (Bev), and Charlie (Melissa); sisters, Barbara Sue, Brenda (Stan), and Betty (Roger); and a special brother-in-law Bill Francka, along with many other family members and friends.

Private graveside services will be held at Slagle Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to CMH Hospice or The Mary Lou Francka Scholarship at MCE Schools.

A celebration of Jerry’s life will be held on November 14, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at The Pitchfork. Family and friends are invited to gather and share memories of Jerry.