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Jerry has previously been recognized by Guinness World Records for his achievement in constructing the largest weathervane in the world. He had a passion for outdoor activities, including hunting, fishing, and foraging for mushrooms. Jerry dedicated time to teaching and coaching local students, always eager to share his knowledge. Being with Jerry was always enriching due to his wealth of knowledge and insight. Everyone admired his love for singing Johnny Cash songs.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Sherri Myrtue; daughters, Dawny Black and her husband, Tim, of Springdale, Jerri Myrtue of Springdale; son, Kris Myrtue and his wife, Amy, of Hillsdale, Illinois; grandchildren, Johnathon Zimmerman and his wife, Lora, of Seligman, Missouri, Ryan Black and his wife, Courtney, of Springdale, Lindsey Black Plew of Springdale, Tyler Aronson of Erie, Illinois, Hunter Myrtue of Hillsdale, Illinois, Tanner Myrtue of Hillsdale, Illinois; great-grandchildren, K'Lynne Zimmerman of Seligman, Missouri, Kira Zimmerman of Seligman, Missouri, Brantley Plew of Springdale, London Black, of Springdale, Taylor Black of Springdale, and Peyton Black, of Springdale, Arkansas.
He leaves behind a legacy of ingenuity, generosity, and a life well-lived. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Memorial Funeral Home.
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