Jerry Cleveland Lorenz, 81, of El Dorado passed away Thursday, September 17, 2020 at the Medical Center of South Arkansas. He was born May 14, 1939 in El Dorado, AR to Charles "Harry" and Jareda Evans Lorenz.
He worked as a draftsman for Mid-States Pipes for many years and later worked for Tissue Drafting and Design. Jerry was a member of Junction City Church of Christ.
Preceding him in death are his parents; his first wife, Carline Lorenz; sister Jeanette Lorenz Millican; and nephews, Eric Millican and Kenneth D. Millican.
Survivors include his wife, Betty Devault Lorenz; daughter, Carla Lorenz Henry (Randy); step-daughters, Kelly Payne (Doug), Polly Petty (Terry), Jenny Toombs (Mark); grandchildren, Derrick Henry (Hollis) and Clay Henry, Summer Reames, Kamden Reames, Tyler Petty, Olivia Wood (Austin), Maggie Toombs, Ella Toombs, Ruby Toombs; great granddaughter, Elizabeth Ann Wood; niece, Kim Vaughn (Ricky); nephews, Tim Millican (Cindy), Jonathan Messer (Ashley); brother-in-law, Jerrell Millican; and aunt, Virginia Williams.
A graveside service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 20, 2020 at Woodlawn Cemetery under the direction of Young's Funeral Directors and with Donnie Ossman officiating. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. prior to the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Paragould Children’s Home, 5515 Walcott Rd., Paragould, AR 72450 or the charity of donor’s choice.
Condolences may be made online at www.youngsfuneralhome.com
SHARE OBITUARY
v.1.8.18