Gerald Mark Horseman, 60, of Clearwater, passed away September 28, 2016.
Jerry was born June 29, 1956 in Philadelphia, PA, a son of the late Anna Stuart.
Jerry retired as a Major in the United States Marines. He received the Marine Corps Commendation Medal, Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Meritorious Unit Citation, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Certificate of Commendation 4th Award, Meritorious Mast 3rd Award, Rifle Sharpshooter Badge and , Pistol Sharp shooter Badge.
Besides his parents, he is preceded in death by one sister; Barbara Pritchett. Survivors include his loving wife of 30 years, Carol Van Dorp Horseman, two daughters; Brandy Barnes of Clearwater and Brittany Horseman of Clearwater, one granddaughter; Ava Marley Turner of Clearwater.
Jerry was an honorable and strong man. He loved hockey and his family. He was selfless and taught his daughter how to be brave. He was a wonderful husband and father and his daughter’s best friend.
A graveside service will be held Tuesday, October 25, 2016 at 12:45pm at Bay Pines National Cemetery. Military rites will be rendered.The Patriot Guard will be assisting.
Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of sorrow. Jerry was a good man, a funny man and was always there to lend a hand to anyone that needed it. From our telephone conversations I know he was very proud of his family. Jerry will always be there by your side watching over you. RIP Jerry…
Someday we will meet again… Love your cousin from Philly, Maryann
My thoughts and prayers for Carol and Brittany as they mourn the loss of their beloved husband and father. Jerry had the best sense of humor of anyone I ever met. The times we spent together have and never will be forgotten.
Jerry my dear friend and fellow Marine. I will miss you more than you will ever know my friend. Our monthly phone conversations were always something I looked forward to. You were a true friend. I remember checking into MCAS Tustin, CA back in 79 and meeting you then. Over the years we have been like brothers sharing some sad times and some funny times in each of our lives. Our memories of working at “Hanger Four” will always bring a smile to my face in remembering the both of us and the cast of characters that worked and came there. I was so shocked to hear the news about your passing. I did not think it could be true. I know you are up there on a star in the night sky looking out for me my friend. I will miss our monthly phone conversations as we kept up on family, friends and funny times we shared in the Corps. Go in peace Jerry. I loved you like a brother and life will not be the same without you Jerry Horseman. You left us all too soon but your time here was well spent with Carol, Brandy, Brittany and so many friends. Semper Fi my Marine Corps brother. My God be with you in your journey. I hope you will understand it when I say to you until we meet again… MEOW! {;>( GySgt Larry W. Carter USMC Ret.