Jerry was preceded in death by his father, Roland Dodd, his mother, Ruby Dickens, brother Larry Parks and sister Elva Martin, and stepmother Carrie Dodd.
Jerry leaves behind his wife Betty, one son, Jeremy (Heather) AR, two daughters: Tammy Beavers (Chris), TX, Lori Owens (Oshia) CA, four grandchildren: James, Karrie, Miguel and Tristan. One sister, Sandra Sisco (Wayne) N.C., three brothers, Frank (Pat) and D.C. (Judy) AR and Terry (Carmen) IL and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
Jerry retired from Georgia Pacific Paper Operations after thirty-four years. He was a Vietnam Veteran and was awarded The Purple Heart and The Bronze Star. He downplayed his heroism while serving the Army but was a hero to many friends and family. He enjoyed fishing, dancing, hunting and spending time with his family.
Memorial service will be September 25, 2022, in Katy, TX.
He is and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.