Lifetime valley resident Jerry Leigh Shawcroft, 67, passed away May 7, 2020. He was born August 14, 1952 in Alamosa, Colorado to Amos Franklin Shawcroft and Margaret Holmes Shawcroft. Jerry grew up on the family ranch and graduated from Sanford High School. He later returned to ranching after working in various trades and acquiring a variety of skills. He was a jack of all trades and was always willing to lend a hand to those in need. Jerry had a heart for youth. He volunteered with various youth sports programs and assisted high school girls basketball. He enjoyed outdoor activities including softball, hunting, fishing, riding horses and bike riding. Jerry was a compassionate and caring man. He was beloved by God and gave back by sponsoring and mentoring many who suffered with addiction. Having become a member of the leadership team for Grace Ministries, he was respected for his commonsense and unwavering faith to his Lord and Savior. He loved animals, most notably his dogs and horses. Above all, he loved his family.

He is survived by his wife Philomina Morgan, his son Jerry (Deborah) Shawcroft, his daughters, Krista (Robert) Middlemist, Jamie (Brandon) Thomas, Robbie (John) Curto, Hannah Shawcroft (Taylor Walker) and Maggie Shawcroft as well as 9 grandchildren. His surviving siblings include Bruce (Janis) Shawcroft, Kathy (Jerome) Parsons, Bill Shawcroft and Judy (George) Kelloff as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Danny Shawcroft and sister, Darlene Abernathy.

Cremation was selected and services will be held at a later time. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to Grace Ministries and may be made in care of the funeral home office. To express condolences to the family, please visit www.rogersfunerals.com

Rogers Family mortuary in Alamosa is in care of the arrangements.