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Jerry Pigg Obituary

Jerry Hamilton Pigg CHARLOTTE - Jerry Hamilton Pigg passed away January 12, 2014. Born October 19, 1939 in Union County, NC, he was a son of the late Wade Hamilton Pigg and Ruth Lowery Pigg. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Randy Allen Pigg. Jerry is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Patsy Cottingham Pigg; his brother, Billy Ray Pigg (Sylvia); his sister, Sandra Pigg Andrus (Dan); and his sister-in-law, Jeannie Stroud Pigg. In addition, he is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jerry graduated from East Mecklenburg High School. He retired as Traffic Manager of Pelton & Crane after 42 years of service. Jerry's hobbies over the years included hunting, fishing, making fishing plugs, building street rods, attending car shows, building and flying remote control airplanes and bowling. He enjoyed spending time with his family and close friends. Jerry was a member of the Charlotte Bowling Association, Academy of Model Aeronautics and Po-Boy Pop Twisters flying club. He was a former member of Monroe Car Club. A memorial service to celebrate Jerry's life will be held 2:00 p.m. Saturday, January 18, at McEwen Funeral Service, Mint Hill Chapel, 7428 Matthews-Mint Hill Road in Mint Hill, with the Rev. Dr. Buddy Pigg officiating. The family will receive friends following the service at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to American Heart Association, 4217 Park Place Court, Glen Allen, VA 23060-9979. Condolences may be offered at www.mcewenminthillchapel.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer from Jan. 16 to Jan. 17, 2014.

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January 22, 2014

I shall always remember the first time I saw Jerry in the first grade. Our class graduated 12 years later. When I think of him now, one word comes to mind, CLASS!.

Bobby Purser, Celina, Tn.

Bobby Purser

January 22, 2014

I shall always remember the first time I saw Jerry in the first grade. Our class graduated 12 years later. When I think of him now, one word comes to mind, CLASS!.

January 20, 2014

Pat, my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this very difficult time. May God wrap his loving arms around you and give you a peace that is beyond understanding. I worked with Jerry and Billy for 17 yrs. at Pelton & Crane.

Jimmy Helms, Peachland, N.C.

Myra Ailiff

January 18, 2014

My deepest condolences to Pat and the family. I enjoyed working and bowling with him.

January 17, 2014

I left Pelton&Crane over thirty three years ago and still think about Jerry and Bill. They got me interested in RC flying and still remember Jerry flying one of his planes up side down only about five feet above the ground. Left and everlasting impression. Sorry for lost..God Bless....Jerry Bryant

Karena (Hadermann) Lanier

January 17, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of Jerry. I enjoyed working with him at Pelton & Crane and just missed his visit at Sirona last week. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

American Heart Association

January 16, 2014

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Frank Harlan

January 16, 2014

Pat, Billy and Sylvia,
This is a very sad week.
Working with Jerry at "The Crane" all those years was an "experience". He ALWAYS got the job done, his employees loved and respected him and he got along well with his peers. He was a loyal and trustworthy friend and colleague that everyone could count on.
I will miss him until I'm gone.

Belinda Howie

January 16, 2014

Dear Pat, I am so sorry to hear this! You and Jerry have always had a special place in my heart! Will have you in our thoughts and prayers!
Love,
Belinda and Tim

Mary Sutton

January 16, 2014

So sorry to hear about Jerry. He was such a great guy Enjoyed working with him for many years at Pelton. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family

Jackie Hartley

January 16, 2014

So sorry to hear about Jerry. He was a good friend and a great street rodder. God Bless... Jackie Hartley from Tubby's Bar and Grille...

January 16, 2014

Pat, I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. He was a great person and I enjoyed working with him.
Debbie Templeton

Bill Ashton

January 16, 2014

Pat,
Sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I enjoyed working with Jerry and Billy for 15 years. Good times!

Patti White

January 16, 2014

Pat;
I was so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. I hope all the wonderful memories you made together bring you comfort during this time of loss.

Tim and Linda Moller

January 16, 2014

Our sincerest condolences to the family and all those who considered themselves friends with Jerry. We will miss his cheerful smile and seeing him at the car shows.

January 15, 2014

Hazel and I were so sorry to hear about Jerry. We will miss seeing him and Pat at Americana. I always thought the world of Jerry.

Tony and Hazel Harris

January 15, 2014

Heard about Jerry from my friend and classmate Butch Little. While the suddenness of his death,is a shock, we remember the "big life" he had and are thankful to have known him. Our prayers surround your family at this time.
Velva W. Woollen

January 15, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with Jerry's family ... I can still see the smiling face of Jerry ... He was QUICK with a smile in his QUIET MANNER ... May GOD Bless his family during the time of mourning ...
Yvonne and I met Jerry at OAKHURST and on to EAST MECK ... I was fortunate to have lived in the OAKHURST community where Jerry lived and saw him frequently ...
LOVE to his family - Jim and Yvonne Haigler MORTON (Gaffney SC)

Carlisle Davenport

January 15, 2014

Sorry to hear of Jerry passing. My prayers will be with all of the Pigg family. It was a real honor to have the opportunity to attend Oakhurst and East Meck. with Jerry and Billy.

Randy & Debbie Pressley

January 14, 2014

Our prayers are with the family. I'm so glad Jerry & my paths crossed. A very honest & dear friend. We will miss you. Thanks for the memories.

Charlie & Carol Boyd

January 14, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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