Gerald George “Jerry” Sporay, Jr.
March 13, 1955 - August 2, 2025
Gerald George “Jerry” Sporay, Jr., age 70, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Born on March 13, 1955, in Wilmington, DE, Jerry lived a life marked by service, skill, and deep familial bonds. In 1974, he enlisted in the United States Army and served honorably until 1977. During his military tenure, he was stationed in Germany as an M551 Sheridan gunner.
Following his military service, Jerry pursued his passion for cooking by graduating from culinary school. He went on to work as a sous chef in both fine dining establishments and local bars. Whether crafting elegant dishes or hearty comfort food, Jerry showed his love through the meals he made for Sporay family gatherings.
Jerry’s greatest pride was his family. He is survived by his daughter, Megan Sporay; granddaughter, Jaylyn Pearsall; and grandson, Elijah Pearsall. His love extended to his sisters, Diane Brock (Gregory) and Elaine Wollaston (Martin); beloved cousins, Bob and Kim Sporay and Mark Sporay; one nephew and six nieces; as well as countless other family spread between Shenandoah, Pennsylvania and Newark, Delaware.
He was preceded in death by his little brother, William “Billy” Sporay, who most certainly met him on the other side with a warm shot of boilo.
A committal service will begin at 11 am on Thursday, August 14, 2025, in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
Debbie streets
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Bill,Debbie Streets
Linda Recker
So sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers coming your way.
Susan Harrell Whaley and Earl Whaley
Dee, Elaine and Family,
Earl and I were so very sorry to hear about Jerry. I remember Jerry playing baseball in Brookside with my brothers and in the years to follow. Such a nice guy! Thank you for his military service in the U.S. Army.
We are keeping you both and your entire family in our prayers. We wish we could be there with you all to show our support, but we will be there in our thoughts and prayers. We are sending you are love and hugs during this difficult time.
God bless,
Susan Harrell Whaley and Earl Whaley
CHS Classes of 1971 and 1972
Sebastian, Florida
Diane Getshall
Meals & Memories. I am heartbroken that I will never see & talk with Jerry again or have any more of his fantastic meals.
Megan & all of the family my heart goes out to you at this sudden sad time in your lives.
Love & hugs, Diane
Dorothy and Bill Diggins
So sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. He was a special kind hearted person who will be missed and fondly remembered. RIP Jerry ❤️