Jerrol Alan Windbigler Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Jerrol Alan Windbigler of Johnson City, TN passed away on January 14, 2021. Born May 9, 1933, in Elkhart, Indiana to Ralph and Jeannette (Tinsley) Windbigler, he grew up and attended school in Elkhart then proudly served in the US Navy. He married Harriet Windmiller in 1953 and they had 2 daughters, Kathy Lee & Deborah Ann. Jerry became a teacher and worked hard to get his master’s degree from Bowling Green State University. He was a fellow in the American Institute of Chemists and a member of the National Science Teachers Assoc.; ultimately becoming the Chair of the Science Department at Maine South High School, in Park Ridge, IL. He enjoyed teaching, running, reading, and finding good restaurants. He was predeceased by his parents, first wife Harriet, and second wife Nancy Siedsma Windbigler, and siblings Bette, Wayne, and Glen Windbigler. In addition to his daughters Kathy Becker of TN and Deborah Andrews (Christopher) of VT he had four much-loved grandchildren, Arthur Jacob Spangler (Rissa) in IL, Sarah Ann Karnes (Bryce) of TN, Dr. Jessa Andrews (Dr. David Pinckney) of VT and Thomas Edward Andrews (Marika Hyland) of MA. He is also survived by his much-adored great-grandchildren AJ and Mak Karnes of TN and his beloved dogs Parlez Vous and Mollie. There are also many students and teachers whose lives he touched and appreciated. In lieu of flowers, please support the animal rescue Big Fluffy Dog Rescue. Due to current public health restrictions, services will be held at a later date. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.tetrickfuneralhome.com. Tetrick Funeral Services, 3001 Peoples Street, Johnson City, TN 37604, (423) 610-7171, is honored to serve the Windbigler family during this difficult time.

Jerrol Alan Windbigler

May 9, 1933 - January 14, 2021