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Jerry Lee Vaden

Jerry Vaden Obituary

Mr. Jerry Lee Vaden, 62, passed away Friday, Dec. 29, 2006, at Forsyth Medical Center. He was born in Stokes County to Harry Lee and Gradie Cardwell Vaden. Mr. Vaden traveled as an international cost analyst and retired from R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co. with 35 years of service. He attended River Oaks Community Church. Mr. Vaden was a member of the Central YMCA and also loved gourmet cooking. He was a loving and compassionate husband, son, father, grandfather and friend. Mr. Vaden was preceded in death by his mother. He is survived by his wife, Jamie Vaden of the home; his father, Harry Lee Vaden; a daughter, Shawn Carpenter and husband Tim; a stepdaughter, Shannon Mitchell and husband Jeff; a stepson, Mike Dillon and wife Tina; six grandchildren; four uncles, Louis Vaden, Jessie Cardwell, Marion Vaden and Lenzy Vaden; and five aunts, Lois George, Margaret Vaden, Lolean Vaden, Edith Vaden and Frances Vaden. A funeral service will be conducted at 2 p.m. today, Dec. 31, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, with Pastor David Beaty officiating. Burial will follow at Gardens of Memory in Walkertown. The family will receive friends from 12:30 to 2 p.m. before the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice & Palliative CareCenter, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103.

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal from Dec. 30 to Dec. 31, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Vaden

25 Entries

Paul Kirsch

December 26, 2024

I will never forget my very good collegue and friend Jerry.
Working with him and meeting him were always highlights
in my business and private life.

Faye Jarvis Moran

December 27, 2020

I still miss you and think of you often, your wit and laughter could brighten anyone’s day. Wherever you are I wish you peace and I know you are the best dressed man in the room. A big old hug from me. Faye D.

Ellen Gossett

January 10, 2007

Jamie and family,
I was fortunate to work with Jerry at RJRT International for many years. He was a dedicated and hard worker who was deeply respected by all who knew him. My deepest sympathies go out to each of you.

Pete Harrison

January 8, 2007

I had the pleasure of travelling and working with Jerry in a number of far flung locations in Asia. What a great professional who had the respect of everyone he worked with. I am deeply saddened to hear of his passing.

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Michael Albus

January 5, 2007

I`m very sorry to read about Jerry`s death. It was an honor for me to work with this gentle and kind man for several years. My thoughts are with his family

Dan Wagstaff

January 4, 2007

Dear Jamie,
I'm so sorry to learn of this very sad news. It was indeed a great pleasure for me to know and work with Jerry. I will always remember him as a Prince. My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Kindest regards,
Dan

John Marden

January 3, 2007

As said Jerry was always tolerant and wise and gladly helped many of his colleages as a true friend. Our pryers go out to Jerry's loved ones. We will always guard our fond memories of his kindness.

Paul Kirsch

January 3, 2007

Jerry was a fine collegue and a good friend. For me it was a privilege to work with him for many years. It was always a pleasure to meet him, either in Winston-Salem, in Geneva or in Cologne. Hildegard, David and myself will keep Jerry in our hearts and our memories. Our thoughts are with his family.
Rest in peace!
Paul, Hildegard & David

Ann Holman

January 2, 2007

Jamie- My heart goes out to you through this difficult time. May God be with you to comfort you through this journey. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! We love you!

Bud Oates

January 2, 2007

May God richly bless you all and comfort you in this difficult time. Jerry was a classmate and a friend. I know he is in a better place now with no pain, hurts, sadness etc. He will be missed.

Paul Neumann

January 1, 2007

Jerry will be missed by those of who had the honor and pleasure to work with him. All of his finance collegues who were touched by him at either RJR or JTI will miss his knowledge and council. He will always be remembered with respect, and we will miss him. My sympathies go to his family on their loss.

Millie Jefferson

January 1, 2007

Shawn, my thoughts and prayers are with you. God knows when you need Him and He's taking care of you right now giving you strength to get through this.

Bonnie Snyder

December 31, 2006

Shawn,
I knew your Dad through your Mother and working with him at RJR. He was a fine man and will always be remembered. I lost my Dad just this year. There will always be an empty place here on earth but he will be in your heart forever. God Bless you and take you and your children through this sad time. Sincerely,

Mary Snyder

December 31, 2006

Shawn,Sorry I want be able to attend the services, but you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a very special person.

Edward J Lang

December 31, 2006

A decent,honest, hard working man who will be missed by many.My sympathy to his family and close friends.

Melanie Wolfe Delawder

December 31, 2006

Shawn,
No bond is as great as that
between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Chuck Barnewolt

December 30, 2006

Jamie,

My deepest sympathy to you and the rest of Jerry's family. We spoke only a few short weeks ago and discussed getting together next time he came to Duke for treatment. When I first joined RJR Tobacco International Jerry became a great friend.

We will all miss this true gentleman.

My prayers are with you.

Stone Anderson

December 30, 2006

Jamie, Sorry I'm not able to be there, I will sure miss my friend.
You are always welcome at Myrtle Beach. Come Soon...Stoney

Faye Jarvis Moran

December 30, 2006

Rest in peace my friend. I'm so glad I had the chance to see your smile in October and I will always remember our good times with a smile. I can't believe you're gone.

Love,
Faye D.

Charles Bradley

December 30, 2006

Jamie, Shawn & Harry
You have been in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Jerry and I were best of friends for over 47 years. We went through some difficult times and some very good times. He was always there when needed.

He will always have a very special place in my heart

Jennifer (Bradley)Lucas

December 30, 2006

Dear Shawn and family,
We all loved your dad so very much. He will be truly missed. I am so sorry for your loss.

Love always
Jennifer

Bonnie and Wayne Chambers

December 30, 2006

The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.

lynn armstrong

December 30, 2006

Dear Shawn, we will always remember your Dad through the wonderful memories we have made during all these years. He was such a good friend, the kind you could always count on to be there for you. I hope you find peace knowing he is not suffering any longer and just remember the good times. I will be thinking of you.

Love, Lynn

Greg@ Linda Tribble

December 30, 2006

Jamie: It is with deepest regrets that we hear of Jerry`s passing. We are out of the country so we unfortunately cannot be right there to support you however our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.We will always remember the good times! Our deepest sympathies. Linda and Greg Tribble

Ray Coe

December 30, 2006

Go rest in eternal peace, security and love my dear friend, your work on this earth is done. May God watch over and provide strength to Jamie, and the rest of your family as well as the many friends throughout this world who had the pleasure of knowing you.

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