Jerry was born August 6, 1954 in Morristown, Tennessee to Elmer and Esther Short. Jerry had three siblings Elmer Short, Sonny Short, and Sis Short. Growing up and entering into his older age Jerry’s best friend was Mark Ivy.
Jerry married Mary Candice Ruo on May 5, 1974 in Dallas, Texas. They had one child Nickolas Short and two grandchildren Nickolas Short Jr and Alexis Short.
He worked as an Auto Mechanic for 40 years then retired in 1999.
Jerry enjoyed travelling to Miami Beach to relax near the water and listen to the waves during his vacation time. He loved his animals Dottie and Lucky Boy who he loved for 5 years.
Jerry is survived by his wife Mary Short, son Nick Short Sr, grandson Nick Short Jr., granddaughter Alexis Short, stepdaughters Raquel Candice Thompson and Cassandra Miller (Chris).
He is preceded in death by his parents Elmer and Esther, his brothers Elmer and Sonny, his sister Sis, and his sister-in-law Alexandria Vincent and brother in law Larry Vincent.
A visitation for Jerry will be held Wednesday, August 25, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Resthaven Funeral Home, 5740 19th St., Lubbock, Texas. A funeral service will occur Thursday, August 26, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Resthaven's Abbey Chapel, 5740 19th St., Lubbock, Texas.
Serving as pallbearers are Nick Short Sr., Brody Dovel, Leroy Jones, Claude Watts, Tyler Watts, Tim Gallagher Sr., Tim Gallagher Jr., and Robby Cockreall.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.resthavenfuneralhome.com for the Short family.
