Gerald Jump Obituary
Gerald Lee Jump, 74, of Dayton, TN, passed away on Wednesday, November 26, 2025.
Gerald was born on June 26, 1951, to the late Ernest and Ruby Jump. He was a devoted member of Potter's House of Prayer, where he once served as Pastor. A loving husband, father, Papaw, and faithful follower of Jesus, Gerald's joyful spirit and sense of humor touched everyone he met-he truly never met a stranger.
Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 53 years, Meda Ruth Jump; daughter, Tonya L. Cross; brother, Terry W. Jump; sister, Ronda Staton; and many other cherished loved ones.
He leaves behind to treasure his memory: his children, Tony (Lisa) Jump, Michelle (Mark) Wright, and Aaron (Felicia) Jump; brother, Marlin Jump; his pride and joy, Katie the Princess; 12 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends who will miss him dearly.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at Potter's House of Prayer, located at 130 Back Valley Rd, Dayton, TN 37321. Visitation will begin at 2:00 PM, with the service following at 3:00 PM
Companion Funeral Home of Athens, TN and the Cody Family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.
400 S White Street, Athens, TN 37303
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