The youngest of 10 children, JC was born to the late Sarah Janie and James C. Jernigan and also preceded in death by all 9 of his siblings. He leaves behind his loving wife of more than 60 years, Norene; daughter Cathy Morrison (Stewart); grandchildren Wesley Morrison (Stephanie), Eric Morrison; many nieces, nephews and other beloved family and friends.
Born and raised in Tennessee, JC was a Monterey High School graduate where he met the love of his life, Norene. He served in the United States Army and worked many years in accounting before retirement. JC loved working his flowerbeds and spending time with his family. He and Norene have been long-time, faithful members of Ridgetop First Baptist Church in Ridgetop, TN. A devoted husband and father, JC will be dearly missed by his family and friends.
A visitation for JC will be held Wednesday, February 1, 2023 from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens and again on Thursday, February 2 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
A funeral service, officiated by Pastor Ralph Carter, will occur Thursday, February 2, 2023 beginning at 11:00 AM with interment to follow, all at Forest Lawn Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 1150 S. Dickerson Pike, Goodlettsville, TN 37072.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.ForestLawnFuneral-Goodlettsville.com for the Jernigan family.
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