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Jerry Jarrett Obituary
A legendary professional wrestling promoter, an entrepreneur, a storyteller, a visionary, devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Jerry is survived by his wife of 51 years, Deborah Jarrett; children, Jerry Jarrett, Jr., Jeff Jarrett (Karen), Jennifer Mathews (Tate), and Jason Jarrett (Lindi); grandchildren, Harper, Carter, Joslyn, Jaclyn, Kyra, Jeryn, Kody, Jarrett, Jackson, Jenna, Judson, Ava, Blakely, and Jude; great-grandchild, Blakely; and sister, Carolyn Elam.
A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. from Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Visitation with the family will be for one hour prior to the celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jerry's name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Arrangements Entrusted to: Sumner Funeral & Cremation Lakeside, Hendersonville (615) 822-4442
www.sumnerfuneral.com
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Jerry W. Jarrett, age 80 of Franklin and formerly of Hendersonville, passed away February 14, 2023. Jerry was born on September 4, 1942 in Nashville, Tennessee to the late Winston Nathaniel Jarrett and the late Christine "Teeny" Wright Jarrett.
A legendary professional wrestling promoter, an entrepreneur, a storyteller, a visionary, devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Jerry is survived by his wife of 51 years, Deborah Jarrett; children, Jerry Jarrett, Jr., Jeff Jarrett (Karen), Jennifer Mathews (Tate), and Jason Jarrett (Lindi); grandchildren, Harper, Carter, Joslyn, Jaclyn, Kyra, Jeryn, Kody, Jarrett, Jackson, Jenna, Judson, Ava, Blakely, and Jude; great-grandchild, Blakely; and sister, Carolyn Elam.
A Celebration of Jerry's Life will be held on Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at 11:00 A.M. from Long Hollow Church in Hendersonville, Tennessee. Visitation with the family will be for one hour prior to the celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Jerry's name may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
Arrangements Entrusted to: Sumner Funeral & Cremation Lakeside, Hendersonville (615) 822-4442
www.sumnerfuneral.com
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Patsy Williamson
March 15, 2023
Jerr was a good man with a great heart. He rented a apartment to me in north Nashville. He allowed me to have my dog who's name is Garth and weights 129 pounds, he also allowed my adult son to stay there so I can help him. I'm forever grateful for this kind hearted man. It was so nice to meet him as I saw him as a child on TV with wrestling. Thank you Jerry for being such a good person who cared. I'm forever grateful and love you very much. May you be in God's hands til we meet again. God bless your family and sending a big hug.
Randy Brinkley
February 23, 2023
Me and grandpa would watch wrestling on Saturday morning. Jerry. Jackie Forgo ,Toronto. Then watched Jeff. We live off of Long Hollow Pike,Hendersonville. Thanks to whole Jarrett family.
Ricky Byrd
February 21, 2023
So thankful for all that he gave us. Jerry provided my childhood with enough memories to last a lifetime. Long live Jarrett promotions and the Mid South Coliseum.
Darin Deitz
February 20, 2023
Jerry,
i can never thank you enough for the memories you created every saturday morning,what you did will never be done again, a major part of my life...thank you Jerry, Rest in Peace
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Tammie Summerford
February 20, 2023
He was my first love. I was 4. I watched him in Tupelo, MS. My prayers are with the family. I thought he hung the moon.
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Christy Ferguson Lorenz
February 18, 2023
I sure hated to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Maybe Jerry and Daddy can do a little hunting now. Love you Deborah
Robert Smith
February 17, 2023
You were the greatest promoter.
Todd Edgell
February 17, 2023
As with the many wonderful memories I have from watching and attending many wrestling events from Owensboro,KY to Evansville,IN. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Joe Atkins
February 17, 2023
On behalf of everyone in Eastern Arkansas, Thank you Mr. Jarrett for all the Saturday morning memories.
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