of Elaine, AR
October 14, 1939 - June 25, 2021
Today we celebrate the life of Jerry Linden Caery, Sr. He was born to the late Walter and Opal Caery on October 14, 1939 in Manila, Arkansas. He passed this life June 25, 2021 in Little Rock, Arkansas. Mr. Caery was a member and Deacon of Elaine Baptist Church, where he taught Sunday school.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Frances; two children, Carie Lynn and Jerry Caery, Jr.; four granddaughters, Jennie, Houston, Dixie and Madelyn; three great-grandchildren, Zelda, Ruston and Kynan; and two sisters, Oral Lee and Trudene.
He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; two sisters.
A service for Jerry Caery, Sr. will be held at 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 30, 2021 at Elaine Baptist Church in Elaine, Arkansas. Visitation will be prior to the service beginning at 1:00 p.m., also at the church. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Luke Watson will officiate.
Pallbearers are Joey Travis, Scottie Parker, Joe Welborn, Jerry Johnson, Joey Quinn, Mike Griffith and David Harper. Honorary pallbearers are Elaine Baptist Church Deacons and Larry Dale Snowden.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
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23 Condolence(s)
Gloria Jo Beith Holloway
Tuesday, July 13, 2021
Francis, Carey Lyn, so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing away. I pray that God's peace will keep you all as you walk thru the loss. I always liked Jerry and thought he was a great guy. I love you guys. Gloria Jo
Ricky Tinsley
Monday, July 12, 2021
Sincere condolences and prayers for the family and friends
Mary Anne (Powell) Hughes
Friday, July 2, 2021
Frances, I’m so sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing. My prayers are for you and your family. May God give you peace.
Kylene Reece Goza
Friday, July 2, 2021
My late parents and sister, Doug and Nell Johnson and Wanda Jane, and I were blessed by knowing Mr. Jerry Carey. I remember that I knew that I would see him and all of the family every time I was in church. I always admired Mr. Jerry, who always had a greeting for all. My thoughts and my prayers for solace and peace are offered to your family May Mr. Jerry rest in the embrace of our Lord.
Molly Ducote
Friday, July 2, 2021
Frances, I am sorry so for your loss! My prayers are with you and your family. Words just don’t come easy at such a time. I know Jerry is with our Lord and Savior and will be waiting for the time when you will be reunited! My deepest condolences.
Elizabeth Dark Hough
Friday, July 2, 2021
Remembering Jerry's family during this time of his passing. He and his brothers were great friends of my Mom and Dad, Pastor Marshall and Edna Mae Dark, when we lived in Elaine in the early 1960s. Sending prayers and hugs for comfort and peace.
Hedy Vondran
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Jerry was such a genuinely good man .Everyone thought very highly of him . My love to Frances, Caery Lyn. and Little Jerry. Prayers of love, comfort and strength for you all. Love, Hedy
Jackie Sanders
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Dear Caery Family,
I pray that all your good memories will give you comfort. So sorry for your loss.
Todd Burgett
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Uncle Jerry was a great uncle to me - I loved the summers spent in Elaine as a kid and teenager - very fond memories. He was a wonderful man and will be truly missed. It is nearly impossible to put into words what someone means to you when they have passed on but I am grateful that I will see him again one day when we are reunited together with our Savior in Heaven. We grieve but with great hope (1 Thessalonians 4:13). My love to all the family.
Pat & Pete Hardy
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Frances and Family,
Pete and I thought so much of Jerry and always enjoyed being around him, Our hearts reach out to
Y'all with Love. May God wrap his arms around you during this sad time.
STEVE GRIFFIN
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR FAMILY'S LOSS DEAR FRIEND CARIE!! YOU AND ALL THE FAMILY WILL BE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS DAILY!!!
Tim & Donna Ward Johnson
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
I am sorry to her about Mr. Jerry. Know you and your family are in out thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have.
Loretta Wilkerson Whitney
Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Love and condolences to the family. May the good memories abound, and God’s peace be with you.
John Wildberger
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
I'm truly sorry to learn of Jerry's passing. I always admired his soft spoken manner.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, as he will be surely missed by all.
Dr Eddie McCarty
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
I know if no other, who had such admiration from everyone who was fortunate enough to have met him. Such a gentleman, friend to all, generous, humble, gracious, and kind. It was such a privilege to have known him. Eddie McCarty
Barbara Ballard Stambaugh
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Dearest Frances, Carrie Lynn, Little Jerry and the rest of the Family,
I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Big Jerry. But I do know that he belonged to the Lord and he is gathering his rewards in Heaven now. My prayer is that the Lord will wrap His loving arms around all of you and give you peace, comfort, love, and strength to sustain you in the coming days, weeks, months and years. I always admired Big Jerry and I know that he was a very Dear Friend. Frances so sorry that I can't be there to give you a Big hug and tell you how much I love you, but know that you will be in my prayers and on my heart. All of us were so Blessed to know and love Big Jerry and to call him Friend. Love to all of you and God Bless...Barbara
Roland & Clara Williamson
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Sending sympathy to you all. May God's peace and comfort help each of you at this sad time.
jim mayer
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Jerry was a very special kind gentleman and will be missed by all who met him. Francis ,Carey & Jerry you are in our thoughts and prayers. Jim Diane Marla Caren Adam Mayer
Millard Swindle
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
So Sorry to hear this but I know he has gone on to Meet his Maker, This Was a Good Man,and Friend whom me and Sherrie Will Never Forget,May he Rest in Peace!
Linda Dunlap
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Red I’m so sorry I just read about Jerry passing. I’m praying for you and your family ðŸ™ðŸ¼ðŸ™ðŸ¼â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Thomy Evans Tillman
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
A dear and beloved classmate, I will miss our talks,
Connie Collins
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
Dearest Carrie,
So very sorry for the passing of your Father. You and your family are in my prayers.
Much love,
Connie
June White
Tuesday, June 29, 2021
I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that GOD will keep his arms around you during this very difficult time of dealing with your loss of this sweet man .