Update on Jerry Simison

[Gene East]

I just received an e-mail from Paul Simison regarding Jerry's condition.
Unfortunately the prognosis is not good.
Jerry is semi-comatose and is unable to swallow. It is Jerry's wishes that no extra-ordinary measures
are to be taken to extend his life.
The family is complying with Jerry's wishes.
Paul says the end is very near and he is asking all of Jerry's friends to pray for Jerry and his family.
I will keep you posted as I hear further updates from Paul.

[Master Oil Racing Team]

Very sad news Gene. We pray for Jerry and his family. This is a very sad time indeed for all who know Jerry.

[John Schubert T*A*R*T]

Very sad indeed. I believe that we became very good friends during our Alky racing days and after until my career progressed with OMC & I began moving around. Jerry ever came down from Fargo to visit me in Lincoln, NE one of my locations with OMC. The one regret I have if that few years ago he attended Ralph Donald's Old Pharts mid winter gathering & I missed it. I wish the very best for the family & a very safe journey for Jerry in to the after life.

[geodavid]

Thank you Gene. Jerry was a great driver. Saw his transom many times. It doesn't seem right that any boat should have G-86. Or R-12. Is there a policy for APBA to retire numbers? It would be a nice tribute to the best as they do in other sports. Prayers are with Jerry and his family. Very sorry to hear this news.
Alan Ishii

[jrome]

Jerry may you go in peace. I will pray for Jerry and his family. Thanks to Paul and Gene for the update.

[Gene East]

I received a second e-mail from Paul later last evening. Paul very eloquently stated "Jerry is running his last race, a race he will not win. He has built his last gun and hunted his last pheasant."
Paul especially wanted everyone to know just how much Jerry loves his boat racing friends.
Well Jerry, I've got news for you my friend. We love you too! May your final laps be peaceful.