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Jerry Layne Obituary

LAYNE Jerry N. Layne Jr., born August 8, 1957, passed away Thursday, January 22, 2009, unexpected at Veterans Hospital in Louisville, Ky. Survived by his wife, Lydia; father, Jerry N. Sr. of Ky.; sister, Sue Funk of Marysville; brothers, Bill and Jim of Columbus; nephews, Chad Tucker and Brock Layne of Columbus; niece, Gillian Adams of Cleveland; and many other family, friends and loved ones. Preceded in death by mother Patricia Layne and sister Terry Layne-Tucker-Melvin of Circleville. Jerry served in the U.S. Marines and was a professional driver. The family will have a Memorial on Saturday, January 31, 2009. Please call 614-557-8975 for more information.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 29, 2009.

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George & Melody Victor

January 30, 2009

We never saw Jerry without a smile on his face. He was a joy to be around. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during these trying times.
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Lydia Layne

January 30, 2009

Jerry you were my husband of 23 years. You were a very compassionate and giving man who always thought of others and never wanted to see anyone go without. Jerry you are free from this life and will no longer suffer. We loved each other very much and I will miss you dearly, however, I know that I will one day be with you again.

Love your wife Lydia

Sue Funk

January 28, 2009

Hey Bro, Your going to be missed by all who new and loved you. You are a great and wonderful guy, I will you miss more than you ever knew or will know.

On the lighter side I still remeber you looking out for me when we were little kids, I will always remember the time you wouldn't let the bus driver leave the school because I was late leaving my classroom and you stood in the doorway and wouldn't let the drive close the door because your little sister wasn't there yet, you couldn't come find me coz the driver would have left us both. Whenever I remember that story among others it makes me smile. Just a little story for those of you who didn't know him as an older brother he was very protective of me and I loved him dearly for that.

And for you Jerry there is no more pain and illness for you just peace and harmony something we both always looked for in life and didn't always find.

I love you very much and in your words no more okey-dokes for you. God Bless you sweetheart you are sorely missed.

Your Little Sister Susie & Jim too
XOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

Brandon Schaefer

January 27, 2009

What can I say that people already didn't know. Your easygoing personality and generosity should be a lesson we will have all learned from you. You are loved so dearly because of your ability to care for others, this was apparent to all. Through life and death your memory will live on in our hearts and minds. We miss you Jerry! But we're thankful for the time spent together.

January Vigilante

January 27, 2009

You were a very special person, always willing to help and do anything for everyone,you will be missed deeply! I pray that you are at peace now and that you will watch over my aunt Lydia and keep her strong!

Laura Schaefer

January 27, 2009

Jerry,

We will all miss you more than words can express. You were much to young to leave us. You will always be remembered especially for your caring heart. You were always there to help out when family or friends needed you. You gave much more than you recieved in this life and my wish for you is that you are now rewarded with eternal peace and happiness.

Love,
Laura

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