Jeraldine Rose “Jerry” (Thompson) Thomsen, age 68, of Bainbridge Island, died April 7.

She was born Jan. 30, 1935 in Juneau, Alaska to Stanley and Rose Thompson. She was raised in the Hoonah and Juneau, Alaska areas, but spent much of her time in Seattle where she graduated from Holy Names Academy in 1953 and attended Seattle University.

Her parents retired on Bainbridge, where she and her family have resided the last 36 years.

She taught school for several years in Hoonah, where the Kane family had property and several business interests that Jerry was involved in, including the L. Kane General Store, Hoonah Oil and Thompson Fish Co.

On Bainbridge, she was involved with St. Cecilia parish, where she taught Continuing Christian Development (CCD) for many years. She enjoyed restoring and collecting antique dolls, and was a member of Kitsap Doll Club.

She is survived by her husband Jurgen, daughter Kimberly Brockway, and grandson Jurgen Brockway, all of Bainbridge; brother Stanley S. Thompson of Seattle; and numerous nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. April 25 at St. Cecilia Catholic Church. Remembrances may be made to Bainbridge Fire and Rescue, 8895 Madison Avenue, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110 or to Sisters of the Holy Names, Washington Province, 2911 W. Fort Wright Dr., Spokane WA 99224-5298. Arrangements are under the direction of Kass Funeral Home.