Jerome “Jerry” Margetich passed away peacefully on February 9, 2026, in Redondo Beach, California. He spent his childhood in San Pedro, and made his home in Fountain Valley for 50 years. Jerry was a fan of golf, the LA Rams, UCLA sports, and he had a lifelong love of dogs. He cherished traveling with his wife and their close friends, creating many lasting memories together. He was preceded in death by his wife, Renee, his parents, Marion and Joseph Margetich, and his brother, James (Barbara) Margetich. He is survived by his brother, Daniel (Ellen) Margetich, his brother‑in‑law, Stan (Debbie) Magner, and many loving nieces and nephews.

Services and Committal to be held February 26, 2026 at 10am, Green Hills Mortuary and Memorial Park in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. In lieu of flowers if you would like to make a charitable contribution in Jerry's memory, donations may be made to Southland Collie Rescue https://collie.org/donate or by check to Southland Collie Rescue PO Box 432 Dana Point, CA 92629 or Alzheimer’s Los Angeles