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 Mr. Jerry Keith Colson, age 64 of Marietta, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, September 2, 2015 of a heart attack. He was born on June 28, 1951 in Livingston, Tennessee.
Jerry. The Man. The Myth. The Legend.
His was a life worth living and he lived it ever so well. He loved with a fierceness that was uniquely his. No matter what you were doing, he loved you and was delighted in you. Drawing on a wall? Art. Throwing snowballs at him? Fun. Climbing on his back? Adventure. Giving him a hug? Life. He was gracious, generous and kind. No favor was too big. No request was an inconvenience. He held time in his hands doling it out for you whenever you needed it. His love was so big that it overwhelmed the confines of his mortal heart, but now he is free to love without limits. His was a life definitely worth living
Mr. Colson is survived by his mother, Margaret Alyne Ledbetter; wife, Mary L. Vance Colson; daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer Leifheit Little and Tres; sons and daughter-in-laws, Jonathan Leifheit and Deborah and Jeremy Leifheit and Leanne; sister, Cindy Colson; brothers and sister-in-laws, Jack Colson (BHS 72) and Dianne, Dennis Colson (BHS 73) and Amanda and Charles Colson and Tracy; grandchildren, Gavin Leifheit, Jacob Leifheit, John Leifheit and Gigi Little and several nieces and nephews.
Mr. Colson is preceded in death by his father, Hoy Charles Colson.
In keeping with Mr. Colson’s wishes he was cremated. A memorial service for Mr. Jerry Keith Colson will be conducted on Friday, September 11, 2015 at four o’clock in the afternoon at Woodstock Community Church, 237 Rope Mill Road, Woodstock, GA 30188.
The family of Mr. Colson will receive family and friends on Friday, September 11, 2015 from two o’clock in the afternoon until the memorial service hour at Woodstock Community Church.
In lieu of flowers, we respectfully request donations to Woodstock Community Church Food pantry or Great Commission Ministries. 11002 Lake Hart Dr, Ste 100, Orlando FL 32832.
Messages of condolence can be made to the family by visiting our website and signing the online guestbook at gammagefh.com.
The Olin L. Gammage and Sons Funeral Home is handling the arrangements for Mr. Jerry Keith Colson.
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Samuel Jeffry Jelks (1970)
so sorry to hear of another bhs graduate passing away. I knew jerry at baker and at eddy and i think benning hills elementary.
sam jelks '70
Martin A. "Marty" Chism (1969)
It was with great sadness that I learned of Jerry's passing. Jerry was a great guy, great friend, and a true spirit. We send our heartfelt condolence's to his friends and family, and hope that our thoughts and prayers, will somehow ease their pain. Rest in peace my old friend, we will see each other again one day.
Marty
Cheryl Pennington (Hancock) (1969)
To the family of Jerry Colson.....I am so sorry for your loss. Jerry was a classmate of mine and I've always had great respect for Jerry. He was a "gentleman" throughout his life. Please know each of you are in my thoughts and prayers. Cheryl Pennington Hancock class of '69.
Carolyn Hall (Tidd) (1970)
My thoughts and prayers are with the Colson family. Very sorry to hear of Jerry's passing and I send my sincerest condolences to all of you. God bless. Carolyn Hall Tidd
Nansi Rogers (Wildenberg) (1969)
I was so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. He was a classmate of mine, and have thought about him over the years. Sound's like he had a very blessed life and so happy to hear that. He was always a stand up guy and I feel very blessed to have known him. You all are in my prayers for comfort and peace. May the Lord be with you in your time of grief.
Class of 69'
Nansi Rogers Wildenberg
Danny Williams (1975)
Rest in Peace, My GOD be with you ans your family. Danny Williams BHS75