Jerry Wayne Brantley
September 11, 1947 ~ June 12, 2014
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Jerry Wayne Brantley, age 66, joined the Lord on Thursday, June 12, 2014. Jerry was born in Sharpsburg on September 11, 1947 to the late Julius Marvin Brantley and Mattie May Griffin Brantley Trevathan.
Jerry was a man of faith, serving as Deacon for Bethany Church of Christ for many years. His dedication to Christ shaped his identity as a loving husband, father, and grandfather. He never knew a stranger, always willing to strike up a conversation with anyone who would listen. Family and friends will remember Jerry for his laughter, generosity, and determination. He placed a high priority in his role as a provider for his wife and children.
During Jerrys 39 years at Don Bulluck Chevrolet as a parts technician, he made many lifelong friends. His service in the Army as an Army Ranger in Vietnam earned him the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal and two Purple Hearts.
Jerry leaves behind his wife of nearly 30 years, Dorothy Talton Brantley of Whitakers; two daughters, Tina Brantley Schrader and husband Marko of Nashville, and Kimberly Rosekrans McDonald with Nathan Gillikin of Newport News, VA; two sons, Jesse Brantley and wife Cindy of Momeyer, and Charles Rosekrans with Lisa Casteel of Greenville; one brother, Ricky Lane Brantley of Galt, CA; 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews and many friends.
Jerry was preceded in death by a grandson, Christopher Brantley; a sister, Deborah Hill; and three brothers, Marvin Ray Brantley, Tony Dale Brantley, and Mack Allen Trevathan, Jr.
A celebration of Jerrys life will be held at 3:00 pm, Monday, June 30, 2014 at Bethany Church of Christ in Whitakers with the Rev. J.A. Brickhouse officiating. A reception will follow the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Bethany Church of Christ, P.O. Box 118, Whitakers, N.C.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Tina, so sorry to hear of your dad passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Thank you. I appreciate it. He’s in a happier place now.
Thank you both for taking the time to send your condolences. It means a lot.
Thank you again, hun. Your words are sweet to hear.
Thank you Lynn for your sweet words. His smile is what I miss the most already, but I saw that same smile as the Lord welcomed him into His arms. I know he is truly at peace now.
Tina, We are so sorry about your dad’s passing. Our thought and prayers are with you & family. Jerry was a fine fellow. Jane & Doug Smith
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Such a great guy! Worked with him at Don Bulluck Chevrolet and he was a lot of fun to be around. He will be missed. Mark A
Jesse and Tina, so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing.. You are in my thoughts and prayers!! Feels like yesterday sometimes when we would always see him in the mornings as we were leaving for school.. Always had a smile on his face.. I know you will miss him dearly!
I remember seeing Mr. Jerry around town, in the yard, or at school over the years as we grew up in Whitakers. I know you loved your father and I’m sure he felt that love as well. I believe in my heart he is so proud of your strength, accomplishments, family and your faith. I rejoice that he is at peace. I’m praying for you and I am here with anything you need. Love you. – Tenikka S.H.
So hear lost of a good man jerry he love talking helping others. I know Tina and the family going to ready miss jerry. My prayers goes out to you all. Hold in there mom….
My sincere condolence to the Brantley family for your loss! Certainly Jerry will be missed! During this time of sorrow, mediating on Jehovah God`s wonderful promises for the future, found in his word the Bible regarding the end of death(Isa. 258), and the hope for our dead loved ones who have died(John 528, 29)can give us comfort-2 Cor. 13, 4. Please feel free to visit our official website http://www.jw.org. When you get on the website, go to Publications, then go to Books and Brochures, and search for the book What Does The Bible Teach, and please read chapter 7Real Hope For Your Loved Ones Who Have Died! I’m sure you will find the Bible based material comforting! Please feel free to email me if you have any questions at [emailprotected] May your family be comforted!
Dear Dorothy and Family, so sorry to hear of Jerry’s going to his eternal home. Love the photo of Jerry. He and my Billy Boswell are cousins. Billy left us for the real world Jan 3, 2012 and we miss him. We do not lose our loved ones as we know where they are now because of their testimony and faith. We all will be together one day! Although they did not stay in close touch here, their reunion has taken place. Jerry was a sweet person. I met him in 1965 when I married Billy Boswell. Jerry was living with his grandparents at the time. Billy and I lived next door for a while so I got to know him. Once Jerry went to Washington DC with Billy and I. We had a good week end visiting some of the sights and the Washington zoo. He never told me about his service record. Reading his ob was so impressive. God’s blessings to each of you. Sorry I cannot be at the memorial service on Monday. Out of town with my family. Please call me soon. Love Peggy Boswell
Thank you for your kinds words. He is missed on Earth, but we know he’s much happier with the Lord, free of pain.
Thank you Kay. He was definitely generous in his helpfulness.
Thank you, Peggy, for your sweet memories of my dad. He is certainly up with love ones who have passed, probably laughing and having the best reunion.
May the God of comfort, comfort you at this time. Using the word of the Bible at John 528, 29, says Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming, in which all those in the memorial tombs, well hear his voice & come out. What a hope we have been given. To be able to see our loved ones again.