of Jonesboro, AR

September 15, 1922 - February 7, 2021

Gerald C. Drope, 98, of Jonesboro, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2021, at his home. He was born September 15, 1922, in Jonesboro to Jesse and Annie (Harpole) Drope. Gerald was a Baptist minister and a religious bookstore owner. He was a member of Walnut Street Baptist Church and proudly served in the U.S. Army during WWII in the European Theatre with five Bronze Service Stars, a Certificate of Merit medal and a Good Conduct medal. He was active in the Lions Club, the Masonic Lodge, Rotary Club and as a DAV driver. Gerald also loved photography and woodworking.

Gerald was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 57 years, Jeffie (Cole) Drope; and four sisters, Olevia Hocomb, Neva Bishop, Cleta Moore and Inez Hudson.

Those left behind to cherish the wonderful memories of Gerald include his sons, Philip (Janet) Drope and David (Phyllis) Drope; a daughter, Pam (Donald) Hill; grandchildren, Matthew (Kanako) Drope, Justin Drope, Hannah Drope, Shelby Drope, Zachary (Sarah) Hill, Jordann (Troy) Hess and Kelli Geiss; great-grandchildren, Ella Drope, Luna Drope, Remington Hill, Kamrynn Hess and Kohen Hess.

Chapel services will be 2:00 pm Saturday at Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home, 1900 West Washington Avenue in Jonesboro, with Jerry Parker officiating. A private burial will be at Unity Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm until time of service.

Per CDC guidelines, masks are required to be worn inside the building and social distancing is to be observed.

Online guestbook: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Jonesboro

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Farmers Union Funeral Home
1900 West Washington Ave.
Jonesboro, AR  72401
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com