Waverly, MN - 77, of Waverly, MN, passed away on July 6, 2026, as the result of heart complications. He was surrounded in love by his family. Jerry was born on March 25, 1949, in Minneapolis, MN. He was the first of five children born to Harold and Elinor Untiedt. Although Jerry lived and grew up in Edina, he spent many of his vacations and summers on his uncle's farm in Sioux Valley. Here, Jerry listened to his grandfather and uncle speak about the relationship between community, nature, and respect for the land. He was also taught the value of a strong work ethic. Through these experiences, Jerry developed a deep love and passion for both animals and agriculture that he carried with him until the end. Jerry attended Edina High School, where he met the love of his life, Susan Woerner. Jerry and Sue dated throughout HS and college, and were married on June 19, 1970. Through Sue's mother, Jerry met Cal Chadwick, who would become Jerry's best friend, and the best mentor one could imagine. Cal was a 3rd generation farmer, who shared his knowledge and passion with Jerry. He always said it wasn't about how much money you made, but how content you are with what you are doing. With this thought in mind, Jerry and Sue moved to the small town of Waverly, MN. Sue found a job teaching, and they bought a small 50 acre farm and a horse. This was the beginning of Jerry's vision. With his voracious love of agriculture, Untiedt's Vegetable Farm was born. As time went on, Jerry and Sue bought another piece of land, and the neighboring farm. Roadside vegetable stands began, and grew from there. Jerry researched, sought out other mentors, and continued to learn every day. He found ways to grow his business in new ways, and loved sharing his knowledge and expertise with others. Somewhere along the way, Jerry went from being the mentee, to being a mentor for so many others. The lessons Jerry learned as a child, along with the commitment to helping others, were never forgotten. As his business grew, Jerry felt it was his duty to spread his knowledge and blessings with others. He became a strong advocate for local and national agriculture and agricultural policy, and a provider to several food shelves in the area.

Above all, Jerry loved farming, his family, and spending time in nature. He loved long walks with his dogs, hunting pheasants, and listening to the waves crash on the shore at the cabin. In typical Jerry fashion, with his phone often forgotten at home, one only needed to look in the cow pasture to find him chatting with the cows or even napping right beside them. He thrived in sharing his love of anything outdoors with his family, especially with grandchildren and great-grandchildren; from trapshooting and hunting, to tractor rides, feeding the chickens, and picking the first sweet corn of the season. The enormity of the lives he touched is immeasurable. His enthusiasm, kind heart, and amazing smile will be forever missed by anyone who knew him. Jerry is survived by his wife of 56 years, Susan, and their four daughters: Erin (Paul) Nelson, Kate (Rob) Illies, Megan (Stuart) Dallmann, and Jenna (Matt Symanietz) Untiedt; nine grandchildren: Kaila (Brian) Witzany, Trenton (Lizzie) Nelson, Ryan (Emily Keck) Nelson, Brynn, Rece, Dru, Ella, Addison, and Grant; as well as three great-grandchildren: Blake, Rogan, Hadley, and Baby Girl Nelson (due in August); siblings: Mark Untiedt (son James), Pat (Emmett) Costello, Bill Untiedt, and Jim (Sheila) Untiedt; William Appiah, who became family; along with countless friends, relatives, and others met along the way. Jerry is preceded in death by his parents Harold and Elinor Untiedt, and best friend Cal Chadwick.

To celebrate Jerry's life, family and friends are invited to a visitation on Monday, July 13, from 5:00-8:00 p.m.

A second visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 14, from 4:00-5:00 p.m., followed by a Memorial Service at 5:00 p.m.,

All services will be held at St. John's Lutheran Church, 625 12th Ave., Howard Lake, MN.

In lieu of flowers, the family welcomes memorial donations to honor Jerry's legacy. Contributions may be made payable to Untiedt's Vegetable Farm. Please indicate your preferred designation, and the family will ensure your gift is directed to one of the following: HLWW Agricultural Scholarship, Pheasants Forever, or a local food shelf.

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