Mesa, AZ - Jerry Lee Gerrard, D.C.

June 24, 1946 - February 6, 2026

It is with sadness that we share the passing of our father, Dr. Jerry Lee Gerrard, 79, who passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026 in Mesa, AZ. Jerry now rests in a better place as he struggled with dementia for the last few years. Jerry was born and raised in Fort Dodge, IA. He then moved to Davenport, IA and attended the Palmer College of Chiropractic, where he obtained his Doctor of Chiropractic degree. Following graduation Jerry and his family moved to Mesa AZ in 1972.

He lived a full life, always working for the betterment of his family, friends and community. He was best known as the owner of Apache Chiropractic Clinic in Mesa, AZ for many decades. He served as president of the Arizona Chiropractic Association and an Arizona state delegate to the American Chiropractic Association. He was a longtime member of the Mesa Optimist Club and cherished cooking for the annual Optimist BBQ at Sunshine Acres Children's Home. He was an active member of the Velda Rose United Methodist Church since the 1970s.

He is survived by his two sons, Dr. Jason Gerrard (Jennifer) and Joshua Gerrard (Kimberly); five grandchildren Noah, Caleb, Lilliana, Cameron, and Jacob; two sisters, Joanne Kaufman and Judy Mason, as well as many more loving relatives. A Celebration of life service will be held at First United Methodist Church in Mesa, AZ at 1:00 PM on Sunday, February 22, 2026 with a reception to follow.