of Batesville, AR
April 14, 1946 - November 6, 2014
Gerald ''Jerry'' Lawrence Jeffery, 68, of Batesville died Thursday, November 6, 2014 at White River Medical Center.
He was born April 14, 1946 in Boswell, Arkansas to Finis Ambrose and Margarita Allard Jeffery.
After graduating from Melbourne High School in 1965, he graduated from UCA with a degree in Business Administration. He also received a Master's Degree from U of A in Operations and Management. From 1970 to 1976, he served in the Arkansas Air National Guard. He enjoyed spending time with his family and doted on his grandsons. He retired from Entergy and was assistant manager at Batesville Water Utility. He was a volunteer chaplain at White River Medical Center and worked with BCM at UACCB. On June 5, 1969, he married Rebecca Lynn Bass and they were married for 45 years.
He was a faithful member of the First Baptist Church in Batesville where he was a deacon and sang in the choir. He faced life with a positive attitude and always said, ''I'm getting better.''
Survivors include his wife, Rebecca Jeffery, a son and daughter-in-law, Scott and Cassy Jeffery; grandsons, Jonathan and Matthew Jeffery all of Thomasville, Georgia; sister, Angela Kyzer of Camp, AR; brother Noel Jeffery of Melbourne, and numerous nephews and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A graveside service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Saturday, November 8, 2014, at the
Mt. Olive Cemetery in the Mt. Olive Community in Izard County under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, November 8, 2014, at the
First Baptist Church in Batesville.
Visitation will be from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Friday, November 7, 2014, at the funeral home.
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31 Condolence(s)
Janet Harris Murphy
Saturday, December 13, 2014
It has been many years since Larry & I have had the pleasure of seeing you both. Jerry was such a huge blessing during the early 80s. We will never forget his beautiful smile or love for his family.
Blessings,
Larry & Jan Murphy
Lisa Johnson & Ila Rasmussen
Thursday, November 20, 2014
We were greeted as new members by Jerry, and although we did not know him or Becky very well, we could tell he was on fire for the Lord. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Stan & Jane McLellan
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Becky -so very sorry to hear about your loss. Have such sweet find memories of you both. May God comfort and keep you in the days ahead.
Gwen and Vernon Hodges
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Becky and Scott, we are sorry to hear about Jerry. We have many great memories of good times together. May God comfort you in His special ways. We love you.
JillJackson Dunlap
Saturday, November 8, 2014
I remember working in the bus ministry at Olivet with Jerry. My parents bought my first car from him. I remember he was most often found with a large smile. Fond memories!
R.B. Logan
Saturday, November 8, 2014
I enjoyed working with Jerry on construction jobs when I worked with MWY engineers
Roger Rorie
Saturday, November 8, 2014
So sorry to hear about your loss. We attended college with Jerry in Conway.
Roger and Ramona Rorie
David &Deborah Wyatt
Friday, November 7, 2014
So sorry for your families loss of a wonderful guy!
I always enjoyed visiting with him, so sweet!
Tammy Hillis
Friday, November 7, 2014
Praying for your family. So sorry for your loss.
pam stanley tyson
Friday, November 7, 2014
Becky, so sorry to hear of your loss, Praying for you, Scott and his family.
Dick Bernard
Friday, November 7, 2014
During the short time I served on the Utility Commission, Jerry was always my mentor and guiding light. I could ask what seemed to me to be the dumbest questions, but he always made me feel it was a great question. A kind gentle good man, a fine example for all of us. I will miss him, until we hopefully meet again. Blessings to his family
Dick
Zenobia Mack
Friday, November 7, 2014
My deepest sympathy for the Jeffery family during this time of loss. My prayers for each of your family members are for strength and will power as it is said "GOD makes no mistakes". He has called a true angel to his heavenly home to Rest in Paradise.
Russell and Karen Moore
Friday, November 7, 2014
Becky and Scott,
We are so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a beautiful Christian example to all of us. He was wise, witty and wonderful. That's why he married such a lovely lady and raised a wonderful son. Please know we are praying for your family at this time. He will truly be missed.
May God give you comfort.
Russ, Karen and Matt Moore
Chris & Lynne Treat
Friday, November 7, 2014
Jerry was always thinking of others first and was a warm and welcoming friend to many. He will be missed dearly. Our prayers are with our friends during this time of sorrow, yet we rejoice and celebrate the new life He has for our departed Jerry.
Kevin, Tonya & Austin Johnson
Friday, November 7, 2014
Scott, Cassy & Boys,
So sorry to hear about Jerry. We are praying for your family & if there is anything we can do for you please let us know.
Sharon Taylor
Friday, November 7, 2014
My sincerest sympathy to Becky, Scott, Cassy, Jonathan, Matthew and family. Jerry was an inspiration to me and to many many others. He was a true beacon, a tremendous guiding light. I am privileged to have known him. He will be missed by many.
Nick & Katrina Fudge
Friday, November 7, 2014
Jerry had a sweet spirit and was a servant of the Lord. I know he has many, many jewels in his crown to present to the Lord. All of us miss him. He is singing praises to the Lord now, face to face. It doesn't get any better than that. We are praying for you.
April Spruiell
Friday, November 7, 2014
I am praying for the entire family to find peace & rest during this very difficult time of loss. I pray that you will lean on our Father in heaven to comfort you & see you through the pain.
With deepest Sympathy,
April Spruiell
Judy Brown
Friday, November 7, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give each of you the strength and comfort you need during this sad time.
Gary & Laura McKim
Friday, November 7, 2014
Becky & Scott: Jerry was always such an encouragement to us. We have such fond memories of him throughout the years. He loved the song the quartet at West sang "Sweeter as the Days Go By"; I know he is in the Sweet Presence of our Lord! We were blessed to know him. God's peace and comfort be with you and your family.
Jill Presley Cox
Friday, November 7, 2014
I am so sorry for your family's tremendous loss. Jerry was a wonderful man who provided a lot of encouragement to me and many others at WBC during the difficult years of being a teenager. The magnitude of his impact on our lives is beyond measure.
May God's grace and peace be with you. I will continue to pray for you guys.
Love always,
Jill Presley Cox
Cathy, Glenn, Brian and Chad
Thursday, November 6, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. We really thought a lot of Jerry. Love you BeckyðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
Tammy Cox
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Forehands
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Jerry always said he was"getting better" and now he really is. Thank you, Jerry, for being an encourager.
Love,
Sean and Regina
Roetta Stoneking
Thursday, November 6, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Becky and family. Jerry was such a good man. His love for the Lord just lit his face. He will be missed.
Amanda Pickett
Thursday, November 6, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss but am rejoicing for Jerry. Prayers are being said for you all. God bless.
Betty Gail Jones
Thursday, November 6, 2014
This man and his loving positive outlook on life and on eternity, will be missed so much by many. He always encouraged me. I am sad for us - but filled with joy in knowing where he is! God bless you, Becky and Scott and family
Micah & Cindi Griffin
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Becky and family.
Jerry was a special person in our family. We loved him very much. I remember him staying at our house at Sage when I was 5 or 6 years old. And I remember talking to him at Walmart a few weeks ago. I could tell he wasn't well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Stacy Miller
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Bro. Jerry will be missed. I am praying for the peace that passes understanding to fill all of you. So glad to know I will see my friend again soon and we all have know doubt about where he is at this moment.
Alison Baxter
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Much love to you all. Jerry was a kind man and we will all miss him.
Wanda & Ben Treat
Thursday, November 6, 2014
Becky & Scott, I am soooo sorry for your loss. Jerry touched thousands of lives for our Lord during his time here. We will all mourn and miss him here but I just know he is having the time of his life sitting with Jesus and family gone before him. We will be praying for you all in the days and weeks to come. Luv & hugs, ben & wanda