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Jerry Oaks Obituary
February 7, 1958 -
March 31, 2025
ERWIN - Jerry Allen Oaks, age 67, of Erwin, passed away on Monday, March 31, 2025, at the Center on Aging and Health. He was born on February 07, 1958, to the late Floyd and Willa Jean Henson Oaks.
Jerry worked for Giant Wholesale and Fleming Foods in Johnson City. He also worked for Food Lion in Erwin for several years before his retirement. Jerry was a member of Faith Baptist Church.
In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by two brothers: Sammy and Roger Oaks.
Jerry leaves behind to cherish his memory, his wife, Leisa Peake Oaks; two sons: Dustin Oaks and wife, Deanna, Hunter Mooney and wife, Ariel; grandchildren: Madison Oaks, Cadence Oaks, and Clara Mooney; two brothers: Ronnie Oaks and Kenneth Oaks (Jane); several nieces and nephews also survive.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, April 04, 2025, in the Evergreen Mausoleum. Pastor Brandon Flynn will officiate. Music will be provided by Harley Hensley and Madison Oaks. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers. Those wishing to attend Jerry's service should meet at the mausoleum by 12:50 p.m. Friday. Interment will follow in the Evergreen Cemetery.
Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with the Oaks family at www.ledfordfuneralhomes.com.
Robert Ledford Funeral Home, 720 Ohio Avenue, Erwin, is privileged to serve the Oaks family. (423) 743-1380.
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Janith Smith
April 3, 2025
So, so sorry to hear this. Jerry was a dear cousin. Condolences and love for all family and friends
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