Gerald "Jerry" Bins

Gerald “Jerry” Bins, the second oldest of seven children; was born in Chicago Illinois on October 7 th 1933 to Richard John and Frances Mary Bohr. He is survived by his sister Linda Gregor and brothers Ed and Howard, his loving wife Gail, his children: Sherrie Ayers (Jess), Steve Bins, Judy Bueno (Steve), Susie Jorgensen (Cliff), Carol Schumaker (David), and Gail’s children: Julie Smith (John), Amy Medina (Aaron) , and Rebecca Parker, many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great- grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Jerry joined the Air Force where he served as a Jet fighter Aircraft mechanic. After his time in the military, Jerry “Fire Captain Bins” served in the Napa Fire Department for thirty years.

Beyond his accomplishments, Jerry sponsored several children in India, served as an Eucharistic Minister at Saint John’s Catholic Church, fostered several children in the Napa Foster Care Program, and taught Hunter’s Education for many years.

He was an avid self-taught outdoorsman who passed on his knowledge and experience to the next generations.

Along with his love for the outdoors, Jerry had a passion for racing go-carts, motorcycles, and his race truck. He also learned to fly a Glider, and rode many miles on his Harley sportster.

Jerry truly loved his family and friends.

Jerry wrote his own “Obit” as follows-
“It pains me to admit it, but apparently I have finally passed away.
As I leave you behind, I want to thank all of you who were a part of my life, and suffered thru all of my
long-winded stories.
Now I will check the “O’bits” and finally see my name there.
-Jerry”

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