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Jerry Keplinger Obituary

Jerry Lynn Keplinger

January 31, 2025

HOMASSASSA, FL - Jerry Lynn Keplinger, 70, of Homassassa, FL, formerly of Jonesborough, died peacefully at his home on Friday, January 31, 2025, after a brief illness. He was born to the late Rosa Dean Keplinger. Jerry was born and raised in Jonesborough, but lived most of his life in Florida. He was a member of the Baptist Faith.

In addition to his mother, Jerry was preceded in death by his brother, Eddie Dean; and a stepson, Jonathan Smith.

He is survived by his wife, Juanita Austin Keplinger, of Florida; daughter, Marilynn Keplinger; sister, Wilma Adams; brothers, Sherrill and William "Bill" Keplinger, all of Jonesborough; stepson, Robert Snider (Virginia); along with several nieces and nephews.

Jerry will be laid to rest on April 26, 2025, in Keplinger – Cherry Grove Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

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

Published by Johnson City Press from Apr. 22 to Apr. 23, 2025.

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Miss you so much my loving husband Jerry I'll be with you one day I'll love you always till we are together again

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