Jerry W. Ark

Jerry W. Ark, age 83, of Enon, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025. He was born on January 17, 1942, in Springfield, Ohio. Jerry lived a life marked by calmness and a deep affection for his family and community.

Jerry grew up in a farming environment, where he learned the values of hard work and dedication. Later in life, Jerry became an engineer at YSI company in Yellow Springs where he worked for many years until his retirement.

A man of many interests, Jerry enjoyed woodworking, painting, photography, hiking, and sculpting. He was well-respected by his neighbors, where he made lasting friendships. What Jerry loved the most was spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Maxine (McLaughlin) Ark; and siblings, Mary Shook, Jane Allen, Charles Ark, and Raymond Ark.

Jerry is survived by his children, Jennifer (George) Escojido and Reese (Sharon) Ark; grandchildren, Ashley Ark and Connor Ark; great-grandchildren, Alayna and Zeke; sisters, Patricia McMullen and Ruth Ark; along with numerous extended family members and friends.

A graveside service will be held at 1:00PM on Friday, November 21, 2025 at Enon Cemetery, 6013 Dayton Springfield Road, Enon, Ohio 45502. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made out to Hospice of Dayton in memory of Jerry.