Jerry Edward Bellant

Jerry Edward Bellant, 58, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026. He was born on July 24, 1967, in St. John’s, MI; son of Richard and Judith Bellant. Jerry grew up in Lansing and graduated from Eastern High School in 1985. He attended Lansing Community College and was employed by Michigan Department of Corrections. Jerry was a member of the Knights of Columbus. He was a proud member of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians. Jerry had a deep love for praying the rosary. He also loved fishing, hunting, playing the lotto and bingo, and watching movies with a buttery popcorn bucket nearby. He also loved visiting the Portland District Library and was thrilled to show off his membership card. 

Jerry was a kind-hearted man who would do anything for his twin. Since birth, Jerry and Mary have had an inseparable bond. The twins have celebrated every birthday together and countless dinner and movie dates. Being twins, they had a special connection that could never be broken. Jerry often viewed his twin as his better half. He was proud to introduce Mary as “his twin” and would then joke,  “we’re not identical.” 

Jerry was preceded in death by his only son, Jarret Paul. Left to cherish his memory are his parents, Richard and Judith; his siblings, Richard II (Cindy), Dicksie (Warren) Hengesbach, and beloved twin, Mary Jane (Lou) Hengesbach; his faithful furry friends, Ollie and Stewie; only Godchild, Cassie Bellant; along with many loving nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. The family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to all the friends and family who have supported them, especially his caring neighbors. 

The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, with Rev. Eric Weber presiding. The Rite of Committal will follow at St. Mary’s Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4-7 p.m. on Monday, March 16, at St. Mary’s Funeral Chapel, with a rosary prayed at 3:30 p.m.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes, Portland. Online condolences may be shared at www.lehmanfuneralhomes.com.

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