Gerald Zambon 1943-2024
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Gerald “Jerry” Zambon passed peacefully, Monday, Dec. 2, 2024, at the age of 81.
He was preceded in death at his birth by his mother, Ester Guthy Spring; his father, Andrew Spring; adoptive aunt, Katherine Guthy Zambon, and husband, Frank Zambon; and his niece, Linda Nagy.
He is survived by daughters, Christine Zambon-O’Connor, Nicole Zambon and Elizabeth Zambon Small; grandchildren; nieces and nephews; and sister, Donna Nagy.
Jerry was a graduate of Sharon High School and enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was honorably discharged and married Karen Belik. He worked at Stambaugh’s, growing his love of woodworking, and at GATX as a draftsman.
He relocated with Christine to South Dakota in 2023. Being cantankerous, yet fun, they watched baseball and snuck potato chips for a wonderful 18 months.
Gerald Zambon, PFC3 U.S.M.C., was buried by Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church with full military honors in Black Hills National Cemetery in Sturgis, South Dakota.
Condolences can be sent to the family at 975 Penny Lane, Rapid City, SD 57702.
A memorial service will be held locally and information will be forthcoming.
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