Gerald "Sparky" Stamm, 84, passed away peacefully Saturday October 30, 2021, at his home in Orangeville with his family at his side. Gerald was born on May 27,1937 to Glen and Flo (Adams) Stamm in Dakota, IL.  He married Verna Stich on April 12, 1963, at the Lena United Methodist Church. Gerald served our nations country in the Army from 1959-1962.  After he got out of the Army, he worked at Stich Sand and Gravel of Lena, the RS and D Ready Mix. He started farming in 1967.  Gerald enjoyed life on the farm, spending time with his family, grandchildren, playing cards and visiting with his friends to discuss the daily events.

Gerald is survived by his wife- Verna of Orangeville, three children- Lisa (Neal) Boeke of Juda, WI, David (Jodee) Stamm of McConnell, and Lori (Brian) Rote of McConnell; seven grandchildren- Amber (Kyle) Tews of Orfordville, WI, Andy (Hillary) Boeke of Juda, WI, Heather (Jim) Reilly of Brodhead, WI,  Austin (Alli) Stamm of Orangeville, Carley Rote of Orangeville, Crystal (fiancée Mitchel Stites) Rote of Rock City, IL, and Carson Rote of McConnell; six great grandchildren, and one on the way;  brother- Larry (Peggy) Stamm of Freeport, Ron (Pat) Stamm of Kent, IL, and Marlen Stamm of Winslow; sister- Marlene Stamm of Aurora, CO; many nieces and nephews and Special friend Joe Smeck.

Preceded in death by his-parents and sister-Joanne Seffrood.

Funeral Service will be Monday, November 8, 2021, 11:00 am at the United Methodist Church in McConnell. IL, with a visitation from 10:00am until time of service.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 7, 2021, from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at the Leamon Funeral Home, Lena, IL.

Ernie Stabenow will Officiate the service.

Interment will take place at Cedarville Cemetery.

A memorial has been established in his name.

Gerald's family wants to thank SSM Hospice and his care givers- Alyssa, Sue and Heather for their excellent care and kindness.

Condolences may be sent to the family at www.leamonfh.com