Jerry Baldinger

Jerry Allen Baldinger, age 61, of Caledonia died July 14th, 2021 as the result of an accident. He was born October 21, 1959 in Bucyrus, Ohio to Rodney and Mamie (Dunn) Baldinger, Rodney preceded him in death. Jerry is survived by his wife of 40 years, Kristy Lee (Wilson), they were married on November 30, 1980. Together they enjoyed countless road trips to farm shows, auctions, and parts dealers. Jerry was a lifelong farmer and the loss of his know how can never be replaced. He was a member of the Farm Bureau and Mid Ohio Antique Farm Machinery Association. He was an avid collector of antiques tractors and implements, especially Case and International Harvester. Jerry loved spending time with his family and friends. He enjoyed taking rides on his Polaris with Kristy and his grandkids, he loved being a Grandpa. He was always willing help a neighbor or stranger, he never said "no". Jerry is also survived by his son Gary (Rebekah) Baldinger, daughter, Jill (Jerrid) Schultz, grandchildren, Rodney J., Grady A., Dale M. and sister Karen (Jeffrey) Heffley. Visitation for Jerry will be held from 2-4 and 6-8pm July 20th at the Timson and Melroy Funeral Home. Funeral Service will be on July 21st at 11:00 at the funeral home with Rev. Amy Barr officiating, interment to follow in Caledonia Cemetery. Memorial Contributions may be made in Jerry's memory to the Farm Rescue Foundation, P.O. Box 28, Horace, ND 58047.