Jerry Allen Karlson, 70, of Belvidere, IL passed away at his home on Friday, November 13, 2020. Son of the late Ray H. and Allene (Lee) Karlson, he was born on Tuesday, January 17, 1950 in Belvidere, IL. He is loved and will be missed by his sons, Shane (Tara) Karlson, Aarik Karlson, Jeremy (Justine) Brugger; grandchildren, 8; brothers, Bill (Dena) Karlson, Larry (Paula) Karlson; sister, Raelene (Mark) Morehead. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ray and Allene; brother, Bobby Karlson. There will be a funeral service on Saturday, November 21, 2020 at Belvidere Funeral Home & Cremation Service beginning at 12:00 P.M. A visitation will begin at 11:00 A.M. until the time of service. Interment in East Bonus Cemetery. A memorial fund has been established in the family’s name.