Jerry Ray Wickware
Born August 21, 1937 passed away December 14, 2023
Jerry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.
He was known for his bigger than life personality and million dollar smile.
Jerry was a man of the world and lived an amazing life. He had many adventures from his time in the Marine Corps in the Pacific, to his singing days on the Grand Ole Opry stage with his gospel quartet. Jerry never met a stranger in his life. He had such a kind and caring personality that everyone became a friend to him. Jerry was a very successful businessman. During his professional career he started out as an entrepreneur and was a man of many hats. He was a great mentor to many and his knowledge will be remembered for years to come. He was very active in the local community and a man of the Lord. He will be so dearly missed by many all over the world. He is gone from this earth but the memories of him will forever be with us all. We are all deeply saddened that our time with him is finished but overjoyed he is now he is reunited with loved ones he has lost.
Graveside services for Jerry Wickware will be at 10:00 am Monday, December 18, 2023 at Missouri Veterans Cemetery under the care of Greenlawn Funeral Home East. No visitation is planned.