Jerry L. Newkirk's obituary , Passed away on July 7, 2024 in Mount Carmel, Illinois

Jerry L. Newkirk

September 20, 1942 - July 7, 2024 (81 years old)

Mount Carmel, Illinois

Jerry L. Newkirk's obituary , Passed away on July 7, 2024 in Mount Carmel, Illinois

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Short-Cunningham Highland Memorial

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Jerry L. Newkirk

September 20, 1942 - July 7, 2024 (81 years old)

Mount Carmel, Illinois

Jerry L. Newkirk Obituary

The passing of Jerry L. Newkirk of Mount Carmel, Illinois, born in Indianapolis, Indiana leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on July 7, 2024 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerry L. Newkirk to show support.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Jerry is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Jerry's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Bennie F. Newkirk and Jewell O. Newkirk (Bryant); and his brother Jack Newkirk. He is survived by: his wife Leah M. Glouser; his children, Cynthia M. Boggs (Jeff) of Mt. Carmel and Jerry L. Newkirk, II of Mt. Carmel; and his granddaughters, Jaxyn R. Newkirk, Caroline J. Boggs and Jadyn L. Newkirk.

Memorials may be made to Residential Hospice or First Baptist Church Food Pantry.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Short-Cunningham Highland Memorial



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First Baptist Church
130 W 6th St, Mt Carmel, IL 62863

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July 20

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First Baptist Church
130 W 6th St, Mt Carmel, IL 62863

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