Bishop Jerry L. Ivery Sr.

Bishop Jerry L. Ivery Sr. obituary

Bishop Jerry L. Ivery Sr.

Jerry Ivery Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by R.S. Lewis & Sons Funeral Home - Walnut Grove on Dec. 16, 2025.
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January 8, 2026

Jeannette G. Stanback posted to the memorial.

January 5, 2026

Bill Powell posted to the memorial.

January 3, 2026

Dr. Nadolyn Woody-Dunigan posted to the memorial.

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Jeannette G. Stanback

January 8, 2026

Remembering Bishop Jerry Ivery (our loss is heaven's gain!);the Ivery family and friends, may God strengthen, preserve and bless you real good!

Bill Powell

January 5, 2026

I worked with Jerry at Pretrial Services years ago. He was always a positive and uplifting spirit and will be missed. My condolences to the Family.

Dr. Nadolyn Woody-Dunigan

January 3, 2026

My sincerest condolences to Bishop Ivery's family. He was such a great man and friend.

Ruth Jones

December 19, 2025

Greatest teacher of the Gospel
I've learned so much from his teachings for life
He prayed my husband through the doors
Much prayer going up for the family

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Bill Powell posted to the memorial.

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