Kyle Oaks Jerls, age 14, of Caledonia, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 and is now in his heavenly home.  Kyle was full of life and had a big heart.  He was an 8th grade student at Duncan Lake Middle School and well loved by his teachers and fellow students.  He was a passionate dirt biker with District 14 Hill Climbers of MI, and he also enjoyed football, and track.  He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Emily and Greg Jerls; sister, Sami and her boyfriend, Trey Hagstrom; grandparents: Carol Tolan, Arlene (Gary Grosebeck) Oaks; special uncle, Dave Williams; and many uncles, aunt, cousins and friends.  He was preceded in death by his brother, Jason Jerls; grandfathers: Nolan Jerls and Conley Oaks; uncles: Bobbie Jerls, Sam Oaks.  Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday at Cornerstone Church 1675 84th St., Caledonia.  Interment Lakeside Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Cornerstone Church.  In lieu of flowers, contributions may be given to help defray funeral expenses or to a suicide prevention organization of your choice. The family wishes to express their deep gratitude for the support of Caledonia and welcome them to watch the procession from Johnson St. to Maple St. in Caledonia.  (Dirt Racers are welcome to meet at the Caledonia High School Football Field immediately following the service with their dirt bikes to lead the procession in town).

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October 04, 2022 4:57pm
Dear, Jerl's family I was Kyle's first girlfriend, and I know this is insignificant, but he was amazing. And that has to have something to do with you guys being good to him. I can never apologize enough for your loss, but, for my own selfish reasons, I still want to say that he deserved the world, no matter how crazy he could be. He was happy, he was lively, and I wish he could still be a part of our lives

- Nana Zauno-Tate

March 27, 2018 10:47am
May your hearts be filled with love and warm comfort when you think of your beautiful son. I am so sorry that your life has been touched by such a sad tragedy. My every thought and prayer is with you

- Concerned Citizen

March 21, 2018 12:57pm
Thinking of you all and praying for your healing. Kyle was a great kid! I remember Gage and Kyle laughing and being goofy in elementary school. He was such a kind hearted guy. He will be forever missed.

- Tara and Gage Dinges

March 20, 2018 7:20am
Just wanted to let you all know we are praying for you from Hastings MI!!

- Jill Mckelvey

March 20, 2018 6:43am
Are deepest sympathy for your loss, Kyle will be greatly missed The Zoerman and Krueger families

- Michele Zoerman

March 18, 2018 7:18pm
Kyle was an amazing kid with such a big heart. Aiden and Katie loved growing up with him and we were so privileged to know him. He had a smile that without fail, would always light up the room. Greg, Emily, Sammy, we are so deeply sorry. Kyle will forever be watching over all those he loves and smiling, just as he always has.

- Rooney Family

March 17, 2018 6:40pm
We are so sorry for you loss. We will be praying for your family that God will give you his strength and peace.

- Vic and Jan Scheffler

March 17, 2018 12:25pm
Dear Jerls Family, I knew Kyle from Caledonia Elementary, I remember his big eyes and his shy smile. I am deeply heartbroken for your family. May the memories of Kyle carry you thru to a day of healing. I will be holding your family in my prayers for the future.

- Lori TePastte

March 17, 2018 10:06am
Jerls Family, I am so sorry for your family's loss! Kyle was such a loving and good mannered young man who always seemed to have a smile on his face. Your family here in Maryland is thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers. -Love Grandma _ Carole Tolan

- Carole M Tolan

March 17, 2018 10:02am
Know that our family is praying for yours as you grieve the loss of Kyle! ~ The Mansfield Family

- The Mansfield Family

March 17, 2018 8:49am
My thoughts are prayers are with all of you in this trying time. I have had a mass dedicated to Kyle and his family tomorrow at The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Midland Michigan.

- Joshua Simon-Lake

March 17, 2018 6:09am
Kyle was a fantastic kid and seemed to light up a room when he walked in. He is now resting with a heart unburdened in the arms of Jesus. Our hearts and prayers are with our family.

- Sarah Weaver and Family

March 16, 2018 11:30pm
You are in our thoughts every step of the way. Memories are a legacy of love. Prayers for you and your family.

- Bill and Teri DeLeeuw

March 16, 2018 7:30pm
My son, Noah, was a friend of Kyle’s before we left Caledonia when Noah finished 3rd grade. He remembers Kyle and is affected by this loss. We are praying for your family. Our hearts break for you. The Walbridge family

- Melissa Walbridge

March 16, 2018 4:56pm
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

- Tracy and Melissa Powell (Maria Dietz)

March 16, 2018 3:59pm
We love you all so much! Kyle was an amazing kid and we will never forget him!

- Joseph and Rachel & Ayden Schiefla

March 16, 2018 3:48pm
Emily and Family, Kyle was such a sweet, fun, nice boy who always greeted us with a smile. Our hearts break for you. Love, Chris, Sara, Kendall and Noah

- Kaplan Family

March 16, 2018 3:41pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts.

- Duane and Heidi Schoolman

March 16, 2018 11:08am
So sorry for this tragic loss. We are continuously thinking about all of you. Kyle was such a good kid and I absolutely loved listening to him give Dillon crap at the races. He is leaving a very big hole for everyone, I am sure..

- Dillon and Chona Otis




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