Jerry G. Boren II

Jerry Gene Boren II, 53, of Belleville, IL passed away on Wednesday December 24, 2025. Jerry was born on October 25, 1972, to Jerry and Christina (Rayfield) Boren, Sr. and his parents precede him in death.

Jerry grew up in Cahokia, IL and graduated from Cahokia High School. Jerry was a talented songwriter and musician throughout his life. He was a member of many area bands, most notably Meramec Bottom. In his free time, Jerry loved listening to music, watching true crime shows, fishing, spending time outdoors and grilling good food with his family. Jerry will be remembered as a loving and devoted father, grandfather and dear friend of many. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew and loved him.

Left to cherish his memory are his children: Tyler (Mallory) Boren, Arek Boren, Gabrielle Boren, Kaleigh Salvati, Presley Boren and Adalyn Boren; his grandchildren: Eli Boren, Kaydence Boren, Amelia Boren and Noah Lautz in addition to extended family and countless friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday January 11, 2026, from 12:00pm-2:00pm at Hoffen Funeral Home, 220 W. Washington St. Millstadt, IL. Funeral services will follow at the funeral home with Rev. Paul Malutinok, officiating.

Memorial contributions in memory of Jerry G. Boren II may be directed to the American Cancer Society online at www.cancer.org and envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

Hoffen Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.