Jerry Joe Filipi, Jr. of Crete, Nebraska passed away on March 14, 2024, at the age of 85 years.  Jerry was the son of Jerry and Olga (Roit) Filipi of Western, Nebraska.  He was a 1957 graduate from Western High School.  After high school, Jerry enlisted in the Army National Guard.  He was united in marriage to Clarice Bouwens on February 10, 1961, and the couple made their home in Western and later moved to Wilber and then to rural Crete, Nebraska.  Jerry farmed, drove semi and worked at Nestle Purina until retirement.  He loved to go to the farms, running his tractor and caterpillar to work the land.  He enjoyed his family, friends and polka music.

He is survived by sons, Timothy Filipi, Curtis Filipi and Lori Wentz, grandson, Justin Filipi, sister, Orma Filipi Tyser and husband Don.

He was preceded in death by his wife Clarice Filipi, son, Tom Filipi and his parents.

Private family services will be held to honor Jerry's request.  The family wishes to extend their gratitude to all their family, relatives and friends that he knew.

Arrangements entrusted to Kuncl Funeral Home in Crete, NE.