Girard "Jerry" Nauer

Girard R. "Jerry" Nauer, age 65 of South St. Paul, died suddenly but peacefully on Monday afternoon, August 3, 2020. Girard Richard, the son of Arnold and Alberta (Shepherd) Nauer, was born on January 22, 1955, in South St. Paul. Jerry attended Red Wing Schools where he was an active wrestler, and graduated with the class of 1973. He continued his education at University of Wisconsin - River Falls where he studied Landscape Design. Jerry worked for thirty-plus years at Kramer Springs Auto Body, and later owned and operated Microbe Guard. Jerry also enjoyed working with the guys at Krech Exteriors prior to fully retiring. He enjoyed training Labrador retrievers, hunting, and fishing. Jerry's passion for wrestling allowed him to coach for many years, and was entered into the Hall of Fame for South St. Paul Schools for his dedication to the sport. Most of all, Jerry was a great guy to be around. No matter what, he was kind, fun, and caring to everyone he knew. He was preceded in death by his parents; and by his sisters, Ruthann Ferraro, Jeanette (Nettie) Nauer, Francine Nauer, and JoAnn Walczak. Jerry is survived by his sons, Joey (Erica) Clark and Jake (Jocelyn) Clark; grandchildren, Cayto, Caynan, Kade, Abby, Alex, Jack, Nora, and baby Zoey due in December; siblings, Arnold "Butch" (Joyce) Nauer, Al (Mary) Nauer, Marilyn (John) Gogola, and Kathy Nauer; brother-in-law, Mike Walczak; and by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 11, 2020, at Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel of Hastings, with a brief service following at 3:00 p.m. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery in Miesville.