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Jerry Pease Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Jerry Lee Pease, age 77, of South Knoxville, passed away on Monday, June 6, 2016. Jerry was a graduate of Bearden High School and East Tennessee State where he majored in business and made many diverse friendships and was a member of Pi Kappa Alpha fraternity. He spent 6 months active duty and 2 years in the Army Reserve. In October of 1961, he married his soul mate, Mickey Setser; and joined his grandfather, Joe Pease and his uncle, Willie Pease at Pease Furniture in 1961. After semi-retirement he enjoyed golf, his yard, his pond, UT Sports, and traveling. He was involved in the Vestal Boys' Club, South Knoxville Optimist Club, South Knoxville Rotary Club, the Doyle High Booster Club, and Mobile Meals.
Preceded in death by his mother, Edith Hunt; his father and step-mother, Ardist and Dorothy Pease; and many aunts and uncles. He is survived by his wife of more than 50 years, Mickey; daughter, Pam Pease Smith and her husband, Bates; son, Brian Pease (Kelly Whiteaker); grandchildren, Ben Smith and Molly Smith; sister, Kirby Pease Oldham and her husband, Lee; cousin, Sandy Pease Snyder and her husband, Greg. A special thank you to the staff at Fort Sanders and a special thank you to his caregiver, Tim Wyatt for all of their help and support.
The family will receive friend on Wednesday, June 8, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Highway, with a memorial service to follow at 7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donation to Vestal Boys' Club, 522 Maryville Pike, Knoxville, TN 37920. Condolences may be offered at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Pease
July 4, 2016
Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Jerry. Thoughts and prayers are with the Pease family. Sincerely, Mark and Karen Milani
Della Seay
June 11, 2016
Sending my deepest condolences.
Patrick Bird
June 11, 2016
I am so very sorry for your loss, Brian, Pam, and Mrs. Pease. Sending you all love and condolences.
Tom King
June 11, 2016
Jerry will be missed
June 8, 2016
I believe my grandfather bought a home in 1906 from a member of the Pease family. It became the birthplace of my Dad, Park G. Vestal and his siblings. Mindful of the long history between the Pease and Vestal families, I extend heartfelt sympathy and prayers for our Lord's comfort to all of Jerry's family. Sincerely, Jean E. Vestal
Paula Elliott Snyder
June 8, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for the entire family
ELEANOR (ELLIE) SENTELL (LOWE)
June 8, 2016
YOUR MEMORIES WILL ALWAYS BE IN YOUR HEART EACH AND EVERY DAY...SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS......A BHS CLASSMATE
June 8, 2016
Thank you Jerry and Willie Pease.
Roger & Becky Hollingsworth
June 8, 2016
Our deepest sympathy goes to the Pease family. It was always a great pleasure shopping at the store and seeing Jerry's smiling face every time you walked thru the doors. Our thoughts and prayers to each of you.
Charlotte and Fred Allen
June 8, 2016
Mickey, Jerry has been a friend for many years, he was a great guy and will be missed by many friends. We will keep you and the entire Pease family in our prayers.
Buck and Linda Vaughn
Darrell Cameron
June 8, 2016
Mickey...My heart breaks for you... you 7 so many others loved Jerry!! Our prayers are with you & family. Memories of the store, Martin Mill Pike and our Vestal experiences will always be so special. God Bless! Darrell & sharon
Jim Wallin
June 8, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss Mickey. I know he was your shinning star and his absence will not be easy for you. I know that Buddy, Jennifer and others will be at your side. Hope to see you soon. Best regards. Jim (Frail) and Brenda Wallin.
steve bebb
June 8, 2016
Mickey I am so sorry to see that we have lost another of the good guys. I would be there today but I have severe neuropathy and have trouble walking. I remember you were always there for Russ and LaWanda!!
June 8, 2016
Mickey Sorry for your loss- always enjoyed playing golf with Jerry and being with you both on special occasions -from an old PIKE brother - DON CAMERON- LOVE YOU BOTH- DONNIE
Brenda Underwood
June 8, 2016
My sympathy to the family. Jerry has served me several times at the store and he was always a pleasure to deal with. Always a smile on his face.
Mike & Leigh Anne Freels
June 8, 2016
Our prayers and thoughts to the entire family.
Bruce & Sue Jarnagin
June 8, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth Mabry
June 8, 2016
Everytime I saw Mr. Pease he was always smiling and joking around. My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this very difficult time.
Janie Richards
June 8, 2016
Mickey, Brian and Pam; I am so very very sorry to hear about Jerry. May God bless you all during this sad and difficult time. Prayers for peace and comfort. My sincere condolences. With love,
Edith Williams
June 7, 2016
To all of you at Pease Furniture Store, including my friend David Vaughan, please accept my sympathy in the death of Jerry. Mickey, I think you and I had babies at Baptist Hospital the same day, Nov. 18, 1960. My oldest son Mark was born that day. I know what you're going through, because I lost my husband over three years ago. But, he's still with me all the time, and I hope you'll feel that way about Jerry. I'm sure you have lots of good memories.
Connie Heck
June 7, 2016
We are so sorry for your loss, Pam. Your family is so special and I am happy to have gotten the chance to spend time with your family. Prayers are with you all.
Love,
Connie & Doug Heck
Sharon Pace
June 7, 2016
Pam & Brian,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dad. My prayers are with you and your family. God Bless.
Mary Lee Wallace Blair
June 7, 2016
Mickey my prayers are with you and the family
Charlie Howard
June 7, 2016
Condolences to all the Peases. You guys are an extended part of my family and I have so many great memories of Jerry and all the time our families spent together on vacations, summer swimming, Superbowls, Christmas parties, soccer and football games and just too many times to list here. You will be dearly missed Jerry, RIP.
June 7, 2016
Mickey, I am very sorry to read of Jerry's passing. I didn't realize that we were both Pike's. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Ed Smith
June 7, 2016
Y'all are in our thoughts and prayers!-David and Monieka Nixon
June 7, 2016
Mickey, I am sorry to hear about Jerry. Even though we haven't seen each other in many years, I remember all the good times we had together.
God bless you and your family.
Joann (Burnett) Long
Dunedin, FL
Lisa McCoig
June 7, 2016
And he called ME Smiley? Look at that wonderful smile. Mickey, Pam, Brian, and family...I am so very sorry for your loss. He was always so happy, friendly and so genuinely kind to me. I will always remember him with a smile. You all are in my prayers.
Sheila McCall
June 7, 2016
My heart goes out to you in your loss and grief. I called on him for many years with Florida Furn. I have good memories of him at the store.
June 7, 2016
The Pease family was like a second family to many of us. Our kids grew up together, we supported and celebrated many sports and fun times together. Those are good memories to cherish for each of you. Know you are in our prayers for comfort.
Rose LaSorsa
Barry L. Bradley
June 7, 2016
RIP My friend..
Harry Thayer
June 7, 2016
Mickey I am so sorry to hear about Jerry. You and all your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Allison J (Blalock) Ford
June 7, 2016
Pam, I am so sad to hear of the loss of your Dad. He was a great man. My mother knew your parents since they were all young. She always enjoyed shopping at the store so they could visit. I will have you & your family in my prayers. God bless you!
June 7, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that Jer 29: 11, 12 brings you some comfort during this difficult time.
Linda Guilliams Bunch
June 6, 2016
May God bring peace and comfort to the Pease family. Jerry was a good man who will be missed
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