Pastor Jerry Levon Humphries

Pastor Jerry Levon Humphries obituary, Statesboro, GA

Pastor Jerry Levon Humphries

Jerry Humphries Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Craig R. Tremble Funeral Home - Statesboro on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Pastor Jerry Humphries Obituary Pastor Jerry Levon Humphries, 71, passed away peacefully at his home in Portal, GA surrounded by his loving family under the professional care of Regency SouthernCare Hospice.
He attended Bulloch County Public School at Statesboro High, graduating in 1972. Jerry is a United States Veteran and served as a full-time pastor for the last 12 years at Ogeechee Church of God in Sylvania, GA. He was a beloved husband to Donna Humphries, whom hes been married to for 52 wonderful years. He also loved the game of basketball where a lot of people know him as "HUMP" on the court.
He is survived by his wife, Donna Humphries of Portal, GA; four children, Veronica Lee of Statesboro, GA, Rodregis (Charlotte) Humphries of Loganville, GA, Jeremi (Patrice) Humphries of Houston, TX, and Jene (Jason) Raymond of Statesboro, GA; grandchildren: Rashidah (Jerry) Ford, Shaveh Perkins, JoNiyah Lee, JoQuezia Lee, Jalysma Humphries, Alyonna Humphries, Jaelin Humphries, Dasani Brewton, Tycorrian Bostick, Cayla Humphries, Nahaijah Humphries, Kamarion Moore, Morgan Raymond, Mison Raymond, and Mhari Raymond; 9 great grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Jerry is remembered for his unwavering faith, love for his family, and dedication to serving others. He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Visitation will be held on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 5:00p.m.-7:00p.m. at Elm Street Church of God, 29 Elm Street, Statesboro, GA 30458.
Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00p.m. at First Baptist Church, 108 North Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458.
Interment will be at Springhead United Methodist Church Cemetery, 107 Springhead Road, Sylvania, GA 30467
We will adhere to CDC guidelines.
Friends may sign the online register book at www.craigrtremblefuneralhome.com.
You may send flowers to the family through our floral store, an independent florist will make delivery according to your instructions.
Celebration of Life services entrusted to the care of Craig R. Tremble Funeral Homes, Inc., Statesboro Chapel, 238 West Main Street, Statesboro, GA 30458
Services
Visitation
Friday
May 3, 2024
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Elm Street Church of God
29 Elm Street
Statesboro, GA 30458
Celebration of Life Service
Saturday
May 4, 2024
1:00 PM
First Baptist Church Statesboro (Statesboro)
108 N Main St
Statesboro, GA 30458
Interment following celebration of life service
Springhead United Methodist Church (Springhead Cemetery)
107 Springhead Road
Sylvania, GA 30467 To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Pastor, please visit our Tree Store.

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