NASHVILLE – Jerry Wayne Dozier, age 75, passed away on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. Born in Nash County, NC on October 7, 1948, he was the son of the late Joseph Ernest Dozier, Jr. and Melba Louise Casey Dozier. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Pattie Parker Dozier.
Jerry was an avid hunter, fisherman, and enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He loved being outdoors and enjoying wildlife, whether it was hunting or just watching. Jerry was always joking and it was very hard to tell when he was being serious. He loved to make people smile and laugh. Long time friends such as Chris Rose and Jay Hunter were among many who loved Jerry. Jerry is a veteran of the US Army and served as a Sergeant during his military career in Germany. Jerry attended Appalachian State University where he was a double major in Accounting & Business. He will be greatly missed by his loving canine companion, Rose, who he loved dearly.
Jerry is survived by his sister, Melba Cheryl Dozier of Nashville; his brother Joseph “Ernest” Dozier, III of Nashville; his niece, Tiffany Powell and her husband, Wesley and their children, Devin, Bailey and Avery; his nephew, Casey Mareka and his wife, Bryanna and their children, Max and Bo of Mt. Washington, KY; his niece, Courtney Poland and her husband, David and their children Dylan, Greyson, Kendall and Tate; his niece, Priscilla Hedgepeth and her husband, Hannon and their child, Mallory.
A private family ceremony to celebrate Jerry’s life will take place at the Dozier Family Pond.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Jerry’s memory to American Lung Association, 55 W. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601.
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.
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I remember Cheryl would talk to me about Jerry. Many prayers go out to each member of the family.