Jerry Levon Hunter

Jerry Levon Hunter obituary, Sylvania, GA

Jerry Levon Hunter

Jerry Hunter Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gaines Funeral Home - Sylvania on Feb. 7, 2025.
The Legacy of Life
Mr. Jerry Levon Hunter
August 6, 1954 - February 4, 2025
Jerry Levon Hunter, 70, was born August 6, 1954, to Mr. Rother Lee Hunter, Sr., and Mrs. Betty Davis Hunter. He departed this life February 4, 2025, at Optim Medical Center, Sylvania, GA.
At an early age Jerry's parents died, and he and his sisters and brothers relocated to Sylvania, GA with their aunt and uncle, Reverend Roosevelt Bryant, Sr. and Sister Edna Hunter Bryant where he received his spiritual upbringing. He attended the public schools of Screven County. During his lifetime, Jerry sang with many Gospel Groups which was what he loved doing.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was also preceded in death by his siblings, Patricia Raymond, Bebbie Bryant Morris and Gregory Bryant, Sr.
He is survived by his children, Alicia (Cary) Cody and Kristy Hunter; siblings, Roosevelt (Lila) Bryant, Rother Lee Bryant, Jr. and Margarite Johnson; seven grandchildren, Tevin Johnson, Charkie Johnson, Jada Johnson, Shamiyah Johnson, Shamel Johnson, Kristionna Sampson and Tanaya Lonon; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and sorrowing friends.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Jerry Levon Hunter, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Jerry's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Jerry Hunter's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Jerry Hunter's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?