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Jerry Stembridge Obituary
Brentwood, TN
Jerry Marvin Stembridge, a.k.a. Chip Young, age 76, passed away Saturday, December 20, 2014.
Jerry was born on May 19, 1938 in a suburb of Atlanta, GA, to the late William Frank Stembridge and Xavier (Bonnie) Stembridge. Jerry is also preceded in death by his brother, Tom Stembridge.
Survivors include his wife of 23 years, Diane Parker-Stembridge; daughter, Megan Lee Bare and grandchildren, Bella Jean Bare and Beckham Woods Bare; sister, Sarah Zink; brothers, Bill (Mary) Stembridge, Roger (Betty) Stembridge, John (Millie) Stembridge, and Joe (Brenda) Stembridge, as well as, a host of nieces and nephews who all loved him dearly. In addition, he was blessed with many friends through his 50 years in the music business and his Church and Bible study group.
Pallbearers are Alan Smith, Ralph Stephens, Jack Conger, Charles (Bo) Jones, Harry Adams, Joe Taggert, Jerry Kennedy, Glenn Rieuf, and Mike Lawson. Honorary Pallbearers are members of the Roundtable Sunday School Class and his weekly Bible study group led by Rev. Jerry Winfield.
Thank you to all of the doctors and nurses who cared for him at St. Thomas Hospital over the many years he was sick, but especially over the last month.
Services will be held at Trevecca Community Church of the Nazarene on Tuesday, December 23, at 10 o'clock in the morning with interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park in Nashville, TN. A Gathering of Family and Friends for visitation will also be held at the Church on Monday, December 22, from 5 o'clock until 8 o'clock in the evening.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association, or any charity of your choice.
Visit the online obituary: www.woodlawn-roesch-pattonfh.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Stembridge
Bob and Diane Mills
December 23, 2014
Diane, we are so sorry to hear of Chips passing. We just found out today but we will be going out of town in the morning. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jane Webb
December 23, 2014
Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts for you and all you can do is put your hand in GOD's and HE will guide you. Love
Cindy DeVault
December 23, 2014
Dianne and Megan, I want you to know what an honor it has been knowing and loving Chip. He was a wonderful and kind man. If you need anything I'm just a phone call away. Sending love and prayers to you both.
Gloria Hudgins Welch
December 22, 2014
Diane, I am so, so sorry, for the loss of your beloved husband. Asking God to give you comfort, peace and strength. Love you, my friend.
American Heart Association
December 22, 2014
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Sandra (Sandy) Tomlin
December 22, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Chip. He was always a very close friend and a tremendous supporter to all of us when we lost Prissy and Jerry. We will truely miss a long time friend. We love you.
Linda Hulsey
December 22, 2014
I will always remember Jerry from our HHS days. The last time I saw him was at a high school reunion and he and Punky Williams came up behind me and hugged me. Heaven will be a much more beautiful place with thse two friends there.
Thomas Goldsmith
December 22, 2014
Goodbye to Chip, one of the most talented and kindest men I've ever known. In addition to being a great creator of music, he was a great cultivator of people and an inspiration to countless musicians through the years.
David May
December 22, 2014
Chip was such a fine man, always so friendly and kind to those who came in contact with him. I will always remember him for his musical legacy and for the many rounds of golf we shared at Nashville Golf and Athletic Club. I pray that the family and close friends will be comforted in their time of mourning and that there will be peace for them.
Sue Crenshaw Barron
December 22, 2014
Peace be with you, my friend. God will take care of you. Prayers will cover you. I am sad, but I know where he is and how well he is today. Love you.
Reba Barnett Tullos
December 22, 2014
Praying for you and the family, Diane. May you find peace and comfort at this time.
Donna Butler-Rawson
December 22, 2014
Chip was such a kind, warm and talented man. He'll be greatly missed. Keeping all the family in my thoughts...
Joe Doyle
December 22, 2014
Chip, will be dearly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends.
Earlene Hall Conner
December 22, 2014
Prayers for you and the family, Diane.
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