Jerrold Elmer Falk

Jerrold "Jerry" Elmer Falk, 81, of Salem, Va., passed away on Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

Jerry was born on Tuesday, January 2, 1945, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to the late Sylvia Marian Selma Hornlund and Wilford Arthur Falk.

Jerry spent most of his career with the Social Security Administration as a claims representative and was also a member of St. Philip Lutheran Church. Jerry loved the outdoors (especially northern Minnesota), golfing, pitching for softball games, his pets, crossword puzzles, and World War II History. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends, including his beloved wife of 38 years, Rosie Falk.

A Celebration of Jerry's life will be held on Tuesday, October 13, at 1:00 p.m., at St. Philip Lutheran Chuch, located at 8115 Williamson Road, in Roanoke. Pastor David Derrick will officiate.

In honor of Jerry, please consider making a memorial donation to the Roanoke Valley SPCA, https://rvspca.org/donate/ways-to-give/, or the Roanoke Rescue Mission, https://rescuemission.net/donate/.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.johnmoakey.com.