Gerald “Jerry” Buttimer, 74, formerly of Riverside, died on Aug. 25, 2024. He grew up on the South Side of Chicago and attended Mendel Catholic High School, where he wrestled and ran track and cross country. He graduated from St. Ambrose University, continuing his passion for track and cross country, and was recently elected to the university’s athletic hall of fame. An accountant and business owner, he held two patents on photographic equipment. A creative problem-solver, he relished a challenge and was known for his integrity and tireless energy and tenacity. He was always eager to share his talents with friends, family, and community organizations. His passion for videotaping high school and college athletics led him to share these memories with athletes and their families. He will be remembered for his generosity, sense of humor, love of practical jokes, and endless curiosity.
Jerry was the son of the late Cornelius J. and the late Regina M. Buttimer (nee Griffin); the husband of Jeanine (nee Harris); the father of Kelsey and Keegan (Rachel); the grandfather of Annie; the brother of Larry (Dee) and the late Greg; the uncle of Paula, Tim, Andy, Alan, and Vincent; and the cousin, great-uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to many.
Visitation was held on Sept. 3 at Ivins/Moravecek Funeral Home, 80 E. Burlington St., Riverside. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m., Sept. 4 at St. Paul VI Parish (St. Mary Church), 105 Herrick Road, Riverside.
In lieu of flowers, the family prefers donations to Denver Urban XC online at https://www.denverurbanxc.org/ or 4496 Bryant Street, Denver, CO 80211 or
St. Ambrose University track and cross country teams online at https://www.givecampus.com/campaigns/25899/donations or 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA, 52803.