Jerry went to Donelson High School and later went to serve his country. He was a veteran of the Vietnam War; he served with honor and distinction overseas during the height of the conflict. His bravery, resilience, and commitment to his fellow soldiers during the war shaped the dedicated, hardworking man he was throughout his life.
Upon returning home to Tennessee, Jerry later established Dixie Earth Movers in 1975 along with his wife. He was inducted into the Home Builders Association of Middle Tn Hall of Fame in November 2021. Jerry loved spending time with family and friends and helping others.
Jerry is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Jan Jones; his siblings, Roy (Paulette) Jones, Jacqueline Cole, and Gary (Michelle) Jones; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Margaret Jones, and brother, Ronnie Jones.
Visitation will be held at Woodlawn-Roesch-Patton Funeral Home & Memorial Park, 660 Thompson Ln., Nashville, TN 37204 on Thursday, October 22, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. with the service to follow at the funeral home at 1:00 p.m.
The military honors ceremony will be held on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Middle Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, 7931 McCrory Lane, Nashville, TN 37221.
Pall bearers are Mike Blank, Salem Emamalie, Cliff Greene, Charles Hayes, Ashton Jones, Phillip Stinson, and Tom White.
