Downing, Gerald T. of Port Washington, WI, formerly of Minneapolis. Died peacefully February 7, 2016, at the age of 76 years. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Muhly), loving father of Christopher (Sarah) and Jonathan (Angela), proud grandpa of Naomi, Temperance, Julia, William, Elliot and the late Charlotte Downing. Further survived by 3 sisters: Doris (Conrad) Myrvold, Kathaleen (Stephen) Krenz and Randi Downing, sister-in-law Carolyn Moe, brother-in-law James (Polly) Muhly, other family and friends. Jerry was a graduate of Roosevelt High School and the University of Minnesota. Memorial Service Saturday, February 27th, 11 AM at Grand Ave. United Methodist Church, Port Washington, WI. Visitation 9:30 AM until time of service. Memorials suggested to Ozaukee County Humane Society or Pine View Wildlife Rehabilitation & Education Center, Fredonia. Condolences: eernissefuneralhome.com