Jerry Thomas DeCamp, Sr.
- Katy Abraham
- 4 days ago
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September 8, 1944 - October 17, 2025
Mr. Jerry Thomas DeCamp, Sr., age 81, of Estill Springs, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on October 17, 2025, at his residence. He was born in Blue Island, Illinois, to the late William Sherman and Anne (Kumerowski) DeCamp. Jerry proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. After his service, he worked for BellSouth and later retired as a digital technician. He was a faithful member of Faith Lutheran Church in Tullahoma. Jerry enjoyed creating and selling lamps, cooking, woodworking, and feeding popcorn to the deer. He was very organized and took great pride in keeping his yard in perfect condition. He was known for his kind heart and the joy he found in giving thoughtful gifts to others. Jerry had a wonderful sense of humor, a calm nature, and a tender heart. He loved to travel with his wife, Donna DeCamp, and together they shared many happy adventures. He will be remembered as a gentle and gracious man, and a true example of kindness and generosity. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife, Donna DeCamp; son, Mattew DeCamp; sister, Lynne Medrano; step-father, George Beilfuss. He is survived by his brother, Bill (Jayne) DeCamp; He is survived by his children William (Jessie) Decamp , Jerry (Sarah) DeCamp, Michelle DeCamp, and their mother, Evelyn DeCamp Tucker, David (Cheryl) Randall, and Daniel (Tammy) Randall, and Lisa DeCamp ; grandchildren, Justin (Britney) DeCamp, Spencer DeCamp, Ethan DeCamp, Kerry-Anne (Kale) Brown, Jacob (Stacie) Scharber Kaelyn Scharber, Evan DeCamp, Jake (Kate) Fussell, Zachary (Madison) Randall, Kane, Eli, Cody, and Hannah; several great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family. It was his wish to be cremated, and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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