Jerry Kendrick

Jerry Dean Kendrick of Durango passed away of cancer May 15th, 2015 at home with his family at his side. He was 80. A celebration of life will be held Thursday May 21, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at the Florida Mesa Presbyterian Church, 1024 County Road 230 Durango, CO.
Jerry was born February 26th, 1935 in Levy, NM father John and Bonnie Kendrick. He was a veteran serving in the Army. Jerry then graduated from the New Mexico State University with a degree in Range Management/Chemistry. He was the area manager for the BLM for many years, Long time rancher on the Florida Mesa, he was instrumental in founding the Heritage Center in Dolores, was a member of the Colorado Cattleman's Association, and he was a member of the Florida Presbyterian Church Jerry never took away from the world without giving back he was a true steward of the Earth. Jerry was an all around Cowboy!
He is survived by Carolyn Kendrick wife of 58 years, son Harl Kendrick, daughter Denna (Chris)Carney, granddaughter Harley Carney.
He is preceded in death by his father John and mother Bonnie Kendrick .
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Mercy 1 Mercado St #270, Durango, CO 81301.