Jeronimo L. Orosco

Jeronimo “Jerry” L. Orosco of Ogden Utah passed away on Sunday April 3^rd, 2022 of natural causes.  

Jerry was born on September 30^th, 1934 to Saul and Juana Orosco in Ogden Utah.  

After Jerry graduated, he joined the US Army and was employed at H.A.F.B. with 26 years of service.  

Jerry also owned and operated several bars in the Ogden area with the last being known as “The Den”. Jerry was an avid bowler and golfer with the Chicano Association.  

On May 29^th, 1977, Jerry married Anita M. Sanchez in Elko NV. Together they had one daughter, Lena Orosco.  

Jerry retired in 1995 and spent his time golfing, bowling and attending BBQs with his family. Family was everything to him. 

He is survived by his brothers: Angelo and Alex. His daughters: Lena, Elizabeth & Carmen. His sons: Jerry Jr., Lawrence & Chuck. Several grandchildren, great grandchildren, great-great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. 

Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, wife Anita, his sisters Amelia “Molly” Briseno and Rachel Silva, his brothers Louis, Joe, and Tony Orosco, his sons Ralph and Andy Gutierrez, grandson Julio and granddaughter Letitia. 

Family would like to thank Applegate Hospice, his nurse Shawny and “Wonder Women” Natalie for all the care and support they provided.  

Services will be held on Thursday, April 7 at Leavitts Mortuary at 836 36^th St Ogden Utah 84403. Viewing will be from 6-8 pm, with Rosary beginning at 7:00PM.  

A Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, April 8^th at 11:00AM at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, 514 24^th St. Ogden Utah 84401. 

Interment at Leavitt’s Aultorest Memorial Park.