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2019
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Jerry Mathis Obituary
He was born on Aug. 27, 1943, in Leitchfield, the son of the late John and Gertrude Blanton Mathis.
He was a retired truck driver for American Freightways who enjoyed farming, drag racing and going to the races, fishing, messing with his chickens, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was a member of Hanging Rock Missionary Baptist Church.
He is survived by his loving wife of 47 years, Sharon Mathis; one daughter, Amy Snyder (Wendell); two grandchildren, Kenzie Cummings (Noah) and Kole Snyder; two sisters, Georgia Key and Debra Mathis; two brothers, Johnny Mathis and Lloyd Mathis; three sisters-in-laws, Carol Swift, Elaine Mathis and Debbie Mathis; several nieces and nephews, and many friends.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Willard Mathis; and one sister, Shirly Mathis.
The funeral is noon Monday, Oct. 14, at Dermitt Funeral Home in Leitchfield, with Brother Jerry Dunaway officiating. Burial is in Mt. Vernon Cemetery.
Visitation is from 3 to 8 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. until time of services Monday at the funeral home.
Condolences may be made at www.dermittfuneralhome.com.
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Rebecca Sanchez
October 14, 2019
Jerry was a wonderful man. He was my favorite person to talk to at family gatherings. He was hilarious and always made me feel welcome and special every time we talked even though he didn't know me very well. I'm so sorry for your loss.
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13
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Dermitt Funeral Home - Leitchfield306 West Main St. P O Box 90, Leitchfield, KY 42755
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14
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Dermitt Funeral Home - Leitchfield306 West Main St. P O Box 90, Leitchfield, KY 42755
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14
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Dermitt Funeral Home - Leitchfield306 West Main St. P O Box 90, Leitchfield, KY 42755
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