Gerardo (Jerry) Gomez was born in Valparaizo, Zacatecas, Mexico on February 14, 1977 and passed on October 20, 2023 at the City of Hope Medical Center in Duarte, California.

Jerry fought a courageous and valiant battle against cancer. He did not fight this disease alone — Jerry was lovingly supported by his family and friends.

Jerry is survived by his dedicated and loving brother Juan “Manny” Ramirez, sister-in-law Nancy Nunez, and nephew Adrian Ramirez.

Jerry was preceded in death by his dear mother, Roselia Rodriguez, and is now reunited with her.

Jerry worked his dream job with the Los Angeles Dodgers for 10 years as a lead security guard at the Dodger Stadium’s Left Field Pavilion.

Jerry also worked a driving detail for a private company for 10 years where he drove famous athletes and celebrities and CEO’S around the Los Angeles area.

In 2022, Jerry left his career in the Los Angeles area and moved to Fortuna to be closer to his brother, sister-in-law and beloved nephew.

Before Jerry’s illness, he served as a Community Service Officer for the Eureka Police Department. He cherished his time with the department and made many friends there.

Jerry will be sorely missed by his brother Manny who remarked, “He has been there for me when I needed him. His jokes, outgoing personality, and big smile I will forever hold in my heart. I deeply appreciated the love my brother showed to my son, Adrian.”

The family would like to thank the City of Eureka’s Police Department Command Staff, officers and employees who helped Jerry fight cancer with their support and love. Their unwavering kindness and assistance were appreciated by Jerry and his family more than they will ever know. They were his biggest fans.

Also, thank you to cousin Kimberly for taking Jerry to all his many appointments and for her devotion to him spending time to be there for her cousin during these incredibly hard times.

Jerry’s family would also like to thank the doctors and medical staff at the Saint Helena and City of Hope for their excellent care and compassion during his stay. The Saint Helena and City of Hope gave Manny the gift of extra quality time to spend with his brother before his passing.

“I will remember the special times we spent together in our younger years,” said Manny. “Jerry used to take me to paint ball shooting, golfing, hiking, sports events, and dirt bike riding. I will always treasure these memories and the time that I spent with my brother.”

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