March 18, 1935 – December 31, 2023
Gerald Anthony Vallow, 88, of Pearland, Texas passed away peacefully at his home on December 31, 2023 surrounded by his family and loved ones following a brief battle with cancer. Gerald, lovingly known as “Pop” to his grandchildren, was born in Port Arthur, Texas, grew up in Lake Charles, Louisiana and graduated from LaGrange High School. He attended and graduated from McNeese State University with a Bachelor of Arts degree and earned a commission in the U.S. Army through the R.O.T.C. program where he served several years on active duty and in the Army Reserves. He was honorably discharged at the rank of Captain. Upon moving back to Lake Charles after his military service he met his future wife, Judith Marcantel and started his career in finance and banking. Gerald married Judith on 1 June 1963 and eventually settled in Jennings Louisiana where they decided to raise their family. Gerald continued to work in the banking industry and graduated from Louisiana State University School of Banking. He worked for Calcasieu Marine National Bank, Bank of SW Louisiana, and later, Mid South National Bank, retiring after a 35-year career in the banking industry.
Pop is survived by his wife of 60 years, Judith; sons, Dwayne (Monique), David (Nina), and daughter Jenee Jurgensen (Steve); grandchildren, Casey, Megan, Jared, Jonathan, JohnMichael, and Jillian; great grandchildren, Evan, Mackenzie, Kaylin, Dillan, Isaac, and Owen.
Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, Calise and Leila Vallow, brother, Robert Vallow and sister Natalie Barton.
Gerald was a lifelong and devoted member of the Catholic Church, where he attended Our Lady Help of Christians Catholic Church in Jennings, La. and later, Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church in Manvel, Texas.
Pop will be sorely missed and we will dearly cherish the many years, and all the fond memories we had with him but take comfort in and rejoice that he is with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Friends are cordially invited to the visitation with the family on Friday, January 5, 2024 at 12:00 P.M. with the Funeral Service to follow at 2:00 P.M. at Jeter Memorial Funeral Home, 311 N. Friendswood Dr., Friendswood, Texas 77546.
16 thoughts on “Gerald Anthony Vallow”
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Sending tons of love and prayers.
So sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Vallow was such a kind man, full of wisdom. I enjoyed knowing him in earlier years when he lived in Jennings. What a beautiful family man. Sending love and prayers for his wife and children.
So sorry for your loss. He's not hurting any more and has gone on to a better place with the best company in the world- our dear Lord and Savior. Your family is in my prayers
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
God has Pop in his keeping as you all have him in your hearts.
Much love to you all xxx
Thank you Fi, Sean and Finn. xx
Judith, I’m just hearing of Mr. Vallows’s passing. I’m so sorry. I’ll be praying for you and your family!! I live in Cypress now.
Keeping you in our prayers during this difficult time, may our Lord bring you strength and comfort.
Jerry has been the best friend and neighbor we've ever had. He will be so missed by all, I know because we got a short glimpse as to how a true friend should be. I'm honored to have known Jerry even if 2 short years have flown by. I pray for peace and guidance for the family as they continue his legacy in this world until we are all reunited in heaven. All our prayers to the family but most of all huge hugs to his true love Judith. ❤️ . Our hearts morn his life here on earth.
Jenee’ and family…I’m so very sorry to read of the passing of Pop! I pray that in time peace will come to all!
So saddened to hear this. What a sweet sweet man. Condolences to all of you. Moogie
Uncle Jerry you were always a good man! A faithful Catholic man! You were my Godfather and the entire family and friends will miss you till we see you again! May you live in the Eternal Joy of Heaven Where Jesus is the Sunshine, May Our Blessed Mother Mary Welcome you and give you an Eternal Hug for all of us 😊🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
All my prayers, dear Jenee, for you and the family. You are always in my heart, especially during this time.
I am so sorry for y’all’s loss . I Loved Mr. Vallow .
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You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Sending love and hugs to yoi
I have been blessed to feel like a part of this family for 27 years. Mr. Vallow was an amazing man, disciplined and kind and full of love for his family. May he rest peacefully with our Lord. Jenee we love you more than you know and will be continually praying for you.