Jerry Bryan Heath

Jerry Bryan Heath, 69, of New Braunfels, TX, passed away on Sunday, September 4, 2016 at his residence. He was born to Joseph Bryan Heath and Magdalene Huffman in Jacksonville, North Carolina on March 17, 1947.

Jerry retired in November 1994 after almost 27 years of honorable service. He was a Viet Nam veteran and also served in support of Operation Desert Storm/Shield. Besides his service in Viet Nam, he served two tours in Germany, one tour in Italy and on numerous bases in the US. He was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal with four oak leaf clusters, AF Commendation with one oak leaf cluster, AF Achievement Medal, Distinguished Presidential Unit Citation, AF Outstanding Unit Award with four devices and numerous other decorations, medals, badges, citations and campaign ribbons. His last duty assignment was at Randolph AFB, TX where he made assignments for enlisted service members in the Weather career field.

He is survived by his loving wife, Maureen L. Heath of New Braunfels, TX; son, Robert P. Heath and wife Sherry of Seattle, WA; daughter, Kim Heath Boring and husband Rick of Cibolo; son, Jeffrey B. Heath and wife Tanya of Panama City Beach, FL; Gregory S. Heath and wife Christie of San Antonio, TX;1 brother, 2 sisters and 13 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and 1 brother.

Public Visitation will begin Thursday, September 15, 2016 at Zoeller Funeral Home and will continue until 9:00 PM. A Committal Service will be held 11:30 AM Friday, September 16, 2016 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Jerry's name to the Disabled American Veterans, Fisher House Foundation or the favorite charity of your choice.