Jerry D. Ford Obituary
The passing of Jerry D. Ford of Maryville, Tennessee leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on December 15, 2024 at the age of 80. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jerry D. Ford to show support.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Jerry had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Jerry may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Henry Ford and Lillian Ford. He is survived by: his wife Shirley Ford; his daughter Debbie; his son-in-law James Conrad; and his grandchildren, Brittany Conrad and Cody Conrad. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, brothers-in-law & sisters-in-law.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 22nd 2024 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Smith Trinity Chapel (1402 Tuckaleechee Pike, Maryville, TN 37803). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 22nd 2024 at 4:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Thursday, December 26th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the East Tennessee Veterans Cemetery (2200 E Governor John Sevier Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920).
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Tunnels to Towers Foundation, 2361 Hylan Boulevard, Staten Island, NY 10306, Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516, or St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.
