Jerry Bockorny, age 68, of Huron, passed away on Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at his home under hospice care after many health struggles. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 5, 2026 at Holy Trinity Catholic Parish with burial at St. Martin Cemetery in Huron. Visitation, with his family present, will be from 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Welter Funeral Home. A scripture service will begin at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday evening at the funeral home. Visit www. welterfuneralhome.com Jerry Alan Bockorny was born November 22, 1957, in Huron, South Dakota, to LeRoy and Florence (Esser) Bockorny. He grew up in Huron and attended Huron schools, graduating in 1977. Following graduation, Jerry began his career with Pepsi-Cola, where he worked for many years. He later managed Erickson’s Gas Station before finishing his working years with the Beadle County Highway Department as a truck driver.
In 1978, Jerry married Janet Grohs at St. Martin Catholic Church in Huron. Throughout his life he was most proud of his two children, Abby and Todd, and three grandchildren, Emma, Reid, and Shawn. Jerry loved watching them ride the carnival rides at the State Fair and enjoyed shooting fireworks with them on the 4th of July.
He is survived by his wife Janet of Huron; children, Abby (Brady) Johnson of Huron and Todd (Cassie) Bockorny of Rapid City; three grandchildren, Emma and Shawn Johnson and Reid Bockorny; his siblings; Janet’s siblings; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy and Florence, and his parents-in-law, Don and Mae Grohs.
