Jerry Hennessee, 76, went to his Heavenly home Thursday May
23, 2024 in Athens, Tennessee. Jerry was born on October 5, 1947
in Athens. The middle son born to Billy and Hazel Hennessee.
Jerry was preceded in death by his older brother Jackie and survived
by his younger brother Ron.
Jerry graduated Meigs County High School in 1965 where he
played baseball, basketball and football. He went on to receive
a bachelor's degree from Tennessee Wesleyan College.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, the late Kimberly Moses of
Decatur and survived by his son, Chris Hennessee of Goodlettsville.
Jerry has 3 grandchildren: Matthew Moses, who is a teacher
and football coach in Dalton, GA. Hayes and August
Hennessee, who live in Goodlettsville with their parents Chris
and Rachael. He has many extended family members who live
in the Decatur and Athens area.
Jerry's love for sports and the great outdoors was passed down
to his children and grandchildren who benefit today from
lessons learned from him along the way. Jerry spent many
summer days fishing on the banks of Sewee Creek and the
Tennessee River he was so fond of.
Jerry was a member of Pleasant Hill UMC in Decatur, where
there will be a celebration of life at time yet to be determined. In
lieu of flowers or cards please make a donation of your choice
to Isaiah 117 house.
You are encouraged to share a memory of Jerry and/or your personal
condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and
guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home
of Athens is honored to assist his family with these arrangements.
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