Jerry W. Chambers, 90, of Herrin, IL (formerly of Decatur and Forsyth) passed away Tuesday October 18, 2011 at Shawnee Christian Home in Herrin.
Graveside services to celebrate Jerry’s life will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday October 22, 2011 at Macon County Memorial Park Cemetery in Harristown with military rites conducted by the Macon County Honor Guard. Dawson & Wikoff West Wood St. Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Cremation rites have been accorded.
Jerry was born on November 14, 1920 in Decatur, the son of Thomas G. and Florence M. Luttrell Chambers. Jerry married Phyllis J. Hill in 1941 and she preceded him in death on April 4, 2001. Jerry was retired from Wagner Casting after 43 years of service. Jerry was a veteran of the Army serving in WWII; he was a member of the D.A.V., V.F.W., American Legion and AIW Union.
Jerry is survived by his daughter Jera Blakemore of De Soto, IL; two grandchildren: Jennifer Tindall and Katherin Moorhouse; one great granddaughter: Avery Marie Tindall; one sister Anna Mary Marquis of Macon.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, wife, one brother and one sister.
“A Life Celebration Home”
| Julia Gonzalez |
My Condolences for the Family |
October 31, 2011 |
For Jesus taught that someday “all those in the memorial tombs” will be resurrected. John 5:28
Isaiah 25:8: He will actually swallow up death forever, and the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will certainly wipe the tears from all faces. And the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for Jehovah himself has spoken [it].
Revelation 21: 3, 4: " With that I heard a loud voice from the throne say: “Look! The tent of God is with mankind, and he will reside with them, and they will be his peoples. And God himself will be with them. 4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
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| Mara Estero |
My Condolences for the Family |
October 31, 2011 |
WHEN A LOVED ONE DIES
Have you lost a loved one in death? The pain, the grief, and the feelings of helplessness can seem unbearable. At such times, we need to go to God’s Word for comfort. (2 Corinthians 1:3, 4) The Bible helps us to understand how Jehovah and Jesus feel about death. Jesus, who perfectly reflected his Father, knew the pain of losing someone in death. (John 14:9) When he was in Jerusalem, Jesus used to visit Lazarus and his sisters, Mary and Martha, who lived in the nearby town of Bethany. They became close friends. The Bible says: “Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Lazarus.” (John 11:5) Though, Lazarus died. How did Jesus feel about losing his friend? The account tells us that Jesus joined Lazarus’ relatives and friends as they grieved over this loss. Seeing them, Jesus was deeply moved. He “groaned in the spirit and became troubled.” Then, the account says, “Jesus gave way to tears.” (John 11:33, 35) Did Jesus’ grief mean that he had no hope? Not at all. In fact, Jesus knew that something wonderful was about to happen. (John 11:3, 4) Still, he felt the pain and sorrow that death brings. In a way, Jesus’ grief is encouraging to us. It teaches us that Jesus and his Father, Jehovah, hate death. But Jehovah God is able to fight and overcome that enemy! Let us see what God enabled Jesus to do.
For more reference about this wonderful hope you can visit www.watchtower.org
| Tony Meyer |
Mr. |
October 20, 2011 |
So sorry to hear about Uncle Jerry.
You have our deepest sympathy.
Tony & Sandy Meyer
| Cheryl Sachan |
Ms. |
October 19, 2011 |
Jera,
So very sorry to hear about Uncle Jerry.
You have my deepest sympathy.
Your cousin,
Cheryl
