Jerry Ross Perry Sr.

Jerry Ross Perry Sr. 77, of Riceville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, September 12, 2022. Jerry was born on January 9, 1945 in Athens, Tennessee to the late M.H. an Mary Louliza Bohanon Perry. Jerry was a veteran of the U.S. Army, after returning home from the service he began his 56-year career of truck driving, working for several companies including, American Uniform, Athens Furniture, Magic Chef, BASL, Southwest Motor Freight, and Transport One.

Along with Driving his truck Jerry enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He also enjoyed attended church at Double Springs Baptist Church in Athens. Jerry was the coordinator of the “Trucker’s breakfast” held annually in Athens to honor fellow truck drivers.

Along with his parents he was preceded in death by his brothers, Vernon (Betsy) Perry, Rollin (JoAnn) Perry, Edsel (Edna) Perry, Eldon Perry, Allen Perry, and Junior Perry; sister in law, Fern Perry.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife of 44 years, Dixie Perry; his son, Jerry Ross Perry Jr.; brother, Bill Perry; sisters in law, Linda Perry Firestone, and Jane Perry; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

The family will be receiving friends on Saturday, September 17, 2022 at Companion Funeral Home of Athens from 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm.

You are invited to share a personal memory of Jerry or your condolences with his family at his online memorial located at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens and the Cody family are honored to assist the family with these arrangements.