She was preceded in death by her parents, Roy and Alice Coker; daughter, Sharon Gerard; son, Matthew Ledford and partner of 30 years, Susie Johnson; brother, Bruce Causey and sister, Allie Garrett.
She is survived by her son, Michael Gerard and wife Patricia, son, Patrick Gerard; daughter, Karen Blackburn and grandchildren, Josh Ledford, Ryan and Nicholas Gerard and Alexander and Madison Blackburn.
A special thanks to Sharon Mitchell, Kathy Kline, UT hospice and all the many caregivers and healthcare professionals that helped us along the way. We will truly miss the lifelong love of the outdoors that she shared with us; lakes, mountains and most especially the wonders of the ocean that we were able to share with her at the beach and later underwater scuba diving until she was in her 80s.
The family will receive friends Friday, August 26, 2022 between the hours of 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the Chapel of Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37920 with a short service to follow.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Parks & Recreation-City of Knoxville, 400 Main Street, Knoxville, TN 37920 where she devoted her working life of over 35 years.
The family invites friends to share fond memories and sign her online guestbook at www.berryfuneralhome.com.
