Jerry Edmond Mott, Sr.

WHITAKERS - Jerry Edmond Mott, Sr., age 74, passed away on Saturday, May 22, 2021. Born in Orange, TX on January 1, 1947, he was the son of the late Avis Mott and Rosa Mae Alexander Mott. He was also preceded in death by his son, Joseph Mott; and his brother, Stephen Ronald "Ronnie" Mott. Jerry was a veteran of the United States Army. A great man with a sense of humor second to none, there wasn't a joke he didn't know, hadn't told, or a story unworthy of sharing with those in his company which would always fill the room with laughter and smiles. True to his Cajun heritage, Jerry was unafraid to tell it as it was and to remind you of his coonass upbringing. A personality which was larger than life, he welcomed anyone into his family and his devotion and love for all was well recognized. It was always a treat when "Papa Mott" would visit both friends and strangers at the Java Mott's Coffee house. Having grown up in the outdoors, Jerry loved to hunt and fish. A dedicated and loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, and dear friend, Papa Mott will be forever missed and never forgotten. Jerry is survived by his wife Lynne Marie Mott; his sons, Jerry Mott, Jr. (Karen), Christopher Mott (Denise), Robert Mott, John Mott (Victoria), David VanValkenburg; his daughters, Mona Mott, Crystal Pyle (Anthony), Kay Lynne VanValkenburg; Courtney (Shawn) VanValkenburg; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his sister, Belinda Kay. A Special Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Military Funeral Honors concluding the visitation at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the family is requesting the need for social distancing and wearing of masks due to health concerns faced around our nation at this time. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Service Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services 1130 N. Winstead Ave. Rocky Mount, NC 27804 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-451-8800 --> | Thursday 5/27, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm A Special Gathering of Family and Friends will be held on Thursday, May 27, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, with Military Funeral Honors concluding the visitation at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services.