Jerry L. (Doodle Bug) Courtney

On September 9, 2021, Jerry L. (Doodle Bug) Courtney died in Des Moines, IA after a six-month battle with a few illnesses. He had just celebrated his 77th birthday on September 6th.

Doodle is survived by the love of his life, Toni Courtney; daughter, Danielle (Steve) Frederick; son, John (Michelle) Ferrell; brother, John (Rita) Courtney; brother-in-law, Dick Wolver; grandchildren, John (JJ) (Kayla Berger) Ferrell, Hunter Roach, Jake Ferrell, and Emily Turnquist; great-grandchildren, Landynn and Jayce; as well as Fred Risius who was like a son to him; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving relatives, and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, JL and Faye (Farnsworth) Courtney, as well as his amazing siblings - five brothers and three sisters.

Doodle was born on September 6, 1944, in Des Moines, IA. He attended East High School and went on to serve in the United States Airforce. He retired from Polk County as Shop Superintendent.

He loved time with his family and friends, playing cards, having beers, fishing, and spending time in Colorado. He was a soft-spoken gentleman with a contagious laugh. You knew if he liked you, and you knew if he didn’t.

A celebration of life for Doodle is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Friday, September 24, 2021, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St, Des Moines. Family will greet guests one hour prior to the service. The family asks that donations or condolences be sent to the family in lieu of flowers.

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