Gerald B. "Jerry" "Ziimika" Diamond, 87, passed away peacefully in De Pere on May 27, 2025 with his wife by his side. He was born in Hayward, WI on January 10, 1938 to the late Benn and Grace (Johnson) Diamond.

Jerry grew up in Hayward, he was a proud member of the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Indians. He graduated in 1956 from Haskel High School in Kansas. After high school he joined the U.S. Army. He was stationed overseas for 11 years. Jerry was a U.S. Army recruiter during the Vietnam era in Chicago. Jerry met Fern Cornelius while stationed in Chicago, they were married in 1976. He retired from military service in 1977. After his retirement from the military, Jerry attended Mt. Senario College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Business degree.

Jerry owned and operated American Indian Gift Store in Hayward for more than 18 years. While a business owner, he also practiced the art of silversmithing. When he wasn't in his store, you could find him on a lake fishing or on the golf course. He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and golfing. Jerry spent a lot of time fishing on the lakes in Hayward.

Jerry is survived by his wife, Fern; daughter Deanna (Nolan) Barrett; his grandchildren Gerald, Tessa and Gracie Diamond; Chance and Chase Barrett; seven great-grandchildren and many relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his infant son, Charles Diamond; son Zeke Diamond and his brother Bruce Diamond.

Family and friends may visit at Pineview Funeral Service, 9343 County Hwy K, Hayward, from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Friday, June 6, 2025. Tribal Rights will begin at 11:00 a.m. with a feast to follow. Burial will take place at a later date at the Oneida Sacred Burial Grounds.