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Jerry Bridges Obituary
He was born Feb. 7, 1944, in Harriman, and is the son of the late Daws and Dora Bridges. Jerry worked at Town and Country Nursery and was of the Baptist faith. In addition to his parents, Jerry is preceded in death by his wife, Lois Bridges; daughter, Renna Elmore; and brother Paul Bridges.
Jerry is survived by sons, Steve Bridges and Bill Bridges and his wife Leila; by grandchildren, Adam and Stefanie Bridges, Anthony and Heath Bridges, and Josh and Aaron Wallace; siblings, David Bridges and wife Dianna, Harriman, Noveita Rambo, Clinton, Wilma Campbell, Clinton, and Silas Bridges, Knoxville; special friend, Martha Lawson and family; special friend, Jake Willis; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Visitation will be from 1-2:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18, at Premier Sharp Funeral Home, Oliver Springs, with his funeral service following at 2:30 p.m. with Pastor Sam Loy officiating. A graveside service will follow at Clax Gap Cemetery. An online register is available at www.sharpfh.com.
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Michael Russell
August 29, 2017
I hate to have not been there when Jerry was laid to rest, but I know every time we talked he was ready for a family reunion in heaven. Thank God he has a new body now. Jerry loved his family.
Mary Martha Somers
August 28, 2017
Diane, I just saw this. My heart is with you and the family. love you
Lorenzo Ortega
August 18, 2017
Bridges Family,
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Dad, Brother, Uncle, Grandfather & Friend. Jerry was a great person always joking around and enjoying life. He will be greatly missed & now is no longer suffering. Jerry was a great person & companion to Martha. She is going to miss him so much. Rest In Peace Jerry!
Angie Harmon-Ooten
August 18, 2017
Jerry you are and have always held a special place in my heart and the memories will never die. RIP.
Billie Beach
August 17, 2017
To the Bridges Family ; So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. We will all meet again in Heaven. Prayer for all. (Vera Bridges daughter) Billie White Beach
Antoinette Silva
August 17, 2017
Jerry my luv
and blessings for a comfortable Journey home you will be missed many blessings rest in peace my friend
georgie lee
August 17, 2017
It is hard to lose someone you know but it is even harder to lose someone you love, a family member. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Silas. Know that he is not suffering any more he is wrapped in God's loving arms.
Troy And Margie Futrell
August 17, 2017
So sorry for your loss
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