Gerald 'Jerry' "Swampy" Wymore
November 21, 2011

Gerald 'Jerry' "Swampy" Wymore

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He was born March 5, 1935 in Fremont to Max and Clara (Nelson) Wymore. He grew up in the Fremont area, graduating from Fremont High School. Early in his working years, he worked for Rumps and Bundy Real Estate.

On April 28, 1956, he was married in Iowa to Carol Howery. They lived in Fremont and he was a manager for one of the Baxter Plymouth locations in Omaha. Then he became a regional advisor for the National Hot Rod Association Division 5. He designed the logo of the NHRA. In 1967, the Wymore's moved to California to work for the National Hot Rod Association. Later he worked for Edelbrock Manifolds & Carburetor. As a design engineer, he developed the first emissions lab for Edelbrock and the California Emissions Control Board. In 1976, the Wymore's returned to Fremont to semi-retire and at one time they managed a drag strip in Omaha.

Survivors: wife - Carol
2 daughters - Deb Wymore of Fremont
Denise and husband Doug Van Horn of Fremont
sister - Arlene and husband Alan Reeh of Fremont
2 brothers - Kenny Wymore of Omaha
Wayne and wife Deb Wymore of Klondike, Texas
He was preceded in death by his parents and 2 sisters - Mardella Michelle and Phyllis Veskerna

The funeral service will be 10:30 AM Monday (Nov. 28) at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel, Fremont. The committal will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the family for distribution.

Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary, Fremont, will be on Sunday (Nov. 27) from 3 to 5 PM only, and Monday at the church for an hour before the service.

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Visitation
Ludvigsen Mortuary - Fremont
1249 E. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025
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Service
Ludvigsen Mortuary - Fremont
1249 E. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025
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Interment
Memorial Cemetery
800 W. 23rd St.
Fremont, NE  68025
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Condolences(10)

  1. Kevin Wickard
    Still looking just like I remember !! I know you have touched a lot of hearts.
  2. Bruce Hofmann
    I became an email friend of Jerry's after I sold him some wheels on Ebay. He always kept me updated about his problem but I hadn't heard from him in awhile and I worried every day. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and would like to send my condolences to Carol and the rest of his family.
  3. Ted Montgomery
    so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. Just found out today 12-20=11.
  4. Julie and Holly Simmons
    Our thoughts and prayers are with Carol and family.
  5. Stacey and Tim Wymore
    Uncle Jerry you will be missed by all of us. Been in our lives through all the good times and bad. Always there when we needed you. Lots of love!!!
  6. Bill & Betsy Post
    Dear Carol and family, We met you all only about 3 years ago but Jerry always made us feel like we'd known you forever. We will miss his smiling face and great sense of humor. God Bless you all. Love, Bill & Betsy
  7. Rick Myers
    Jerry was one of the most energized and friendly guys I have known. I'll miss his smile, wry sense of humor, and love of great rides!
  8. Deb Wymore
    It is with a truly heavy heart that I say good-by to man who has grown to be, not only a wonderful brother-in-law, but a true friend. He was always there, always grounded and always ready to help others...a real family man. I am blessed to have been part of "his family". Carol, Deb, and Deniece, you have my heart, as always.
  9. Earl & marian, jim & mary "ottman
    Our thoughts and prayers are with the family
  10. LINDA LIPPINCOTT
    I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT JERRY- HE WAS SO GOOD TO MARVIN AND MYSELF- I AM LIVING IN ARIZONA NOW WHERE BOTH MY SISTERS ARE LIVING ALSO- I WILL KEEP YOU IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS- HE WAS A VERY SPECIAL FRIEND- LINDA LIPPINCOTT
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