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Jay Harrison Waltermire II

Jay Waltermire Obituary

Jay Harrison Waltermire II, 79 years old, of Walnut Ridge, passed away peacefully on July 17, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Survivors are his wife of 53 years, Beverly Taylor Waltermire; his daughter; Sarah Elizabeth Waltermire; his son-in law, Karthik Selvaraj; his sister, Susan Mathis; his sisters-in law, Judy McDaniel and Jane (Gary) Baldwin; and many nieces and nephews.

Jay faced his death as he lived his life – without fear.

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

Published by The Times Dispatch Online on Jul. 23, 2025.

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James Davidson

Yesterday

Very sad to hear of my cousin's passing. Prayers for the his family & friends.

Cathy Cannon

July 26, 2025

Fly high my friend and rest easy .

David Barnes

July 23, 2025

RIP MY FRIEND

Elaine Donley

July 23, 2025

So sorry to hear of Jays passing praying for comfort and peace for his family.

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