Gerald L. Zweifel, 83, of Brooklyn, passed away at his Home on June 17, 2024. He was born on June 6, 1941 in Green County, the son of Clarence and Letha (Laughridge) Zweifel. He attended Brooklyn Schools graduating from High School in 1959. 

Jerry married his High School Sweetheart, Mardell Kopp on March 12, 1960. He worked, owned and operated Zweifel Family Farms his entire life. Jerry enjoyed spending time working on his Tractors, motorcycling, snowmobiling and time with his Family and Friends. 

Jerry is survived by Two Daughters, Cindy (Lynn) Staude and Pamela (Jim) Dunphy. Six Grandsons, Lee (Jenny) Koepp, Samuel Koepp, Ryan (Maira) Dunphy, Ross (Jordan) Dunphy, Troy (Trina) Shrader and Travis Shrader and 14 Great Grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mardell and daughter Carmen Shrader. 

A Private Family Burial will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery, Albany. A Celebration of Life will be scheduled for a later date. 

The Family requests Memorial contributions may be made in Jerry's name to the Charity of your Choice. 

Ward-Hurtley Funeral Home, Evansville is assisting the family. For online condolences please visit www.wardhurtley.com