Jerry Wallis Townsend Obituary
We announce the death of Jerry Wallis Townsend (Great Falls, Montana), who passed away on June 14, 2026, at the age of 82. Jerry will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Wallis Townsend to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Wally Townsend and Ellen Townsend; his siblings, Julie Shepherd (Townsend) and John Hawkins; and his nephew Charlie Townsend.
He is survived by: his wife Joan Townsend (Grossman); his children, Trevor Townsend (Tasha), Dustin Townsend (Andrea), Jessica Tinsen (Colter) and Tamariel Christopher (Tim); his grandchildren, Kai, Rylan Townsend, Trinity, Treyton Tinsen, Caden, Camden, Cooper Christopher, Samuel and Lucas Townsend; and his siblings, Bonnie Warren and Pete Townsend (Tammy). He is also survived by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch or the Highwood Public School Foundation.
