Birth date: Nov 11, 1946 Death date: Jan 1, 2015
Rudder Funeral Home 256-437-2971, P.O. Box 525, Stevenson, AL 35772 Bridgeport Location: 256-495-2975, 1552 C.R. 94, Bridgeport, AL35740 Jerry Chism November 11, 1946 ~ January 1, 2015 Bridgeport, AL Gerald "Jerry" Ernie Chism, Read Obituary
I had the privilege of meeting Jerry thru work and getting to see him daily there. But getting to know him personally thru the love of sharing old cars. My husband and I hung out with him a many a times with the Memory Lane Cruisers. He had an awesome man cave that he happily shared with his friends. He is truly missed.
I am so very sorry for your loss. The Bible makes this comforting promise: "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted, he saves those who are crushed in spirit." (Psalm 34:18) It also assures us: "Throw your burden on Jehovah, and he will sustain you." (Psalm 55:22) May these thoughts bring you a measure of comfort at this difficult time.
Heaven has gained one sweet angel, our friend Jerry. I had the honor of knowing Jerry 44 years and never knew another man so devoted to his wife (Jan) and mother in law (Aunt Bea). Jerry was sweet, kind, generous, and helpful He will be greatly missed by us. Kathy and Charlie Martin.
As a young girl my Mom (Bonnie Thrift) and Jerry were on the Bicentennial committee raising funds to build the small memorial park by the train station. Jerry took to us girls as we took to him and Janice. We stayed with them many weekends just hanging out. Jerry was so loving and kind, he had the most wonderful dimples, and a smile that made his eyes sparkle! When you got that smile there were no worries because you had him wrapped tight and he wasn't about to tell us NO on anything we wanted to do!
Sharon and I were in Bridgeport in September and tried to visit but never managed to see him. I sent messages by Angel on a regular basis to tell him how much we loved them both. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love Sheila
It is hard to describe a great man. He was always there when you needed him. He was funny, serious and a straight up person. He was a special person to our family and will be missed! RIP Jerry!
Jerry was a great friend and will be missed very much, thanks for all the great memories. Michael Rash RIP!
