Jerome Pierce, Sr., 89, of Kingsport, went to be with the Lord Saturday, July 24, 2010 with his family by his side. A Kingsport native, he was the son of the late Albert Jerome Pierce and Lena Fitzgerald Pierce. He was a member of Shiloh Baptist Church. Mr. Pierce served in World War II and was a member of American Legion Post # 123. He retired from the City of Kingsport and also retired as a community barber. An avid sports fan, he had a great love for baseball and was known as "Grand-daddy" by family and friends.
He was proceeded in death by his loving wife of 40 years, Elizabeth “ Lizzie” Pierce; sisters, Virginia, Alice, Fannie and Mae; brothers, William, Albert, Edward, Fred, Jake, Thomas and Charles. He leaves to cherish fond memories three daughters, Staralee (Raymond) Morris, of Lithonia, Ga, Rev. Sherry Kinchloe of the home, Aleea Tarplin, Sockbridge, Ga.; one son, Jerome (Blossom) Pierce, Jr. of Kingsport; five grandchildren, Tyrome Avery, Cameron Grimes, Elizabeth “Beth” Pierce, Bernard Tarplin, Jr. and Byron Pierce Tarplin; and one great grandson, Pierce Cameron Grimes. He is also survived by brother, Jack (Betsy) Pierce, Kingsport; nephew, A. J. Strong of Connecticut; sister-in-law, Orlean Pierce of Washington, D.C.; and a host of relatives and friends.
The family will receive friends from 12 noon to 1 pm on Thursday, July 29, 2010 at Shiloh Baptist Church, Kingsport, TN.
A service will be held at 1 p.m. at the church with Rev. Dr. Kenneth Calvert officiating. Eulogy will be provided by Elder Charles Hawkins.
A Military graveside service will follow at Pierce Family Chapel Cemetery in Horse Creek, Tennessee with the Hawkins County Color Guard conducting the rites. Color Guard will serve as pallbearers.
Carter-Trent Funeral Home, downtown Kingsport is serving the Pierce family.
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From: Jeanie Thomas
jvzthomas@hotmail.com
Date: 08/02/2010
Praying that wonderful memories will provide peace and comfort at this difficult time. - Jeanie Thomas
From: Reba Austin
Peba204@aol.com
Date: 08/01/2010
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Cherish the memories and know that he is not far from you because he lives in your hearts now. I am Curtis and Dawnena's Aunt. I think of you all often. God be with you.
Reba Huff-Austin and Henry
From: Jeanette Blazier
jkblazier@chartertn.net
Date: 07/30/2010
Dear Jerome and Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your father. You and your family have been so special to me and to Dr. Blazier. We were out of town and missed the memorial service but our thoughts and prayers were with you. May the peace of our Lord be with each of you.
Much love,
Jeanette Blazier
From: Pr & sis Rainwater
rubyrainwater1@aol.com
Date: 07/29/2010
ALL HAIL,Sis Tarplin we are so sorry for your loss,we will continue to pray for you and your family.We love you.
From: Maxine Small
mtsmall@bellsouth.net
Date: 07/29/2010
All Hail! May god continue to bless and keep you all safe in his arms. My prayers are with you all.
From: Angel Wilborn
wilborn.angel@gmail.com
Date: 07/29/2010
Aleea, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. The Lord will never give you more than you can bear!
Love ya'
Angel
From: Pharisha Evans
PharishaE@yahoo.com
Date: 07/29/2010
I know what it's like to lose your Dad,and although you never stop missing him,the loss becomes easier to bare with each passing day. My sympathy to you and your family.
Love, Pharisha
From: Tiffany Trent
Tiffanytrent_1908@hotmail.com
Date: 07/29/2010
My prayers and thoughts goes out you and your family! Sorry for your loss.
From: Byron J. Smith
bjsmith@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/29/2010
Tyrome,My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours in this time of sorrow.If you need an ear to talk to I,m here to listen.May God bless you now and always. Love,Dub
From: Michael Ward
mkward@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/29/2010
My deepest sympathy and sincerest condolences are with you and your family! May God continue to bless you and be with you during your period of bereavement.
From: Diana Grant Rawls
rawls2002@yahoo.com
Date: 07/29/2010
Aleea and family
I want to express my sincere condolences to you and your family.
From: Edward, Donna & Erin Turnipseed
Basketseed@aol.com
Date: 07/28/2010
Our love and prayers go out to our dear friend Aleea and her entire family.
From: Rhobielyn Lewis
rhobie@bellsouth.net
Date: 07/28/2010
Alea, Bernard and Byron, I know this is a difficult time, but I also know that God is holding you and there are a host of family and friends under-girding you and your family in prayer. I am available to you in anyway you may need me. Please do not hesitate if there is anything you may need. I love you all so much and mourn with you.
From: Donella Jones
DonellaJ@charter.net
Date: 07/28/2010
Rev. Kinchloe,
I'm so sorry for the oss of your father. He's with the Lord now and has to suffer no more. Keep the Faith
Love,
Donella
From: Charles Nitschke
nitschke@chartertn.net
Date: 07/28/2010
Our condolences to the Pierce family in the loss of Jerome. We had a chance to visit periodically with Jerome on Sundays and it was a joy to chat with him. His dining room table was always lovingly decorated for the season by his family.
Jerome was an honored veteran who served his country well. It was obvious his family loved him very much.
We will miss him.
From: Pr.& Sis.Rainwater
rubyrainwater1@aol.com
Date: 07/28/2010
All hail,sis Tarplin i was so sorry to hear about your loss.Our love and prayers are with you and your family.
From: BARBARA NELSON
BARBARA.NELSON@SOUTHERNREGIONAL.ORG
Date: 07/28/2010
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS. MY MOST DEEPEST SYMPATHY, BARBARA
From: Jesse A. Tarplin
jtarplin41@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
All Hail, I would like to send my condolences to the Pierce family. Especially to the following members that I have grown to know & love over the years (Staralee, Aleea, Bernard, & Byron). I pray that the 89 years of life on this earth gives you'll much joy & happiness to look back on you to give to the peace to continue to press on toward the marks that God has for each one of you. I love you all, may God continue to bless & keep you through this difficult time!
From: Kay Tarplin
vtarplin@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
God is still blessing even when it seems as though he is not. You all are in out prayers. Love you all.
From: Shirley Tarplin
satarplin@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
All Hail! May God continue to bless you all and give you peace!
From: Shirley Tarplin
satarplin@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
To the Pierce family I just want you to know that my family will continue to pray for you for strength during this difficult time. Out of everything that has been and will be said to comfort you, just know that God will always be there to comfort you. Keep your daddys fun times alive and he will always be with you. STAY BLESSED.
From: Denise Ingram
dipeavy@co.dekalb.ga.us
Date: 07/28/2010
My prayers and love are with you and your family.
From: Mary Dancy
mldancy@dekalbco.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
To Tyrome and Star I know your grandfather and father must have been a very special person, because you are special. My prayers and love are with you always. Trome I am always here for you whenever you need me. Love you always. God be with you not only in your time of need, always.
Love always.
From: Tara Jackson
tljackso@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you. God bless you and your family.
From: Lyia Burnett
colemanburnett@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
May God give you all peace in your time of sorrow. I Love you Ty.
Lyia
From: GARY DODD
gudodd@dekalbcounty.org
Date: 07/28/2010
We are praying for you and the family in your time of sorrow.
Gary & Family
From: Teri Bell
tlbell@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
Sorry for your loss. I know you all are a very close family. Thinking of you, let me know if I can help in any way... (Co-worker of Ty Avery)
From: paula king
pjking@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
my thoughts and prayer are with you and your family
From: Tanya Drummond
tdrummond@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
My prayers go out to your family...we love you Ty...
From: Denise A. Clark
darlett55@yahoo.com
Date: 07/28/2010
To the Family and friends; I am sorry for your loss and I pray that GOD will continue to bless, strengthen and keep you all in his love and care. Love, Denise
From: Janice Johnson
janice.johnson@southernregional.org
Date: 07/28/2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. I know you and your family loved your father dearly and he will be greatly missed by all of you. God bless you all
From: Debra DeBerry
ddeberry@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/28/2010
Star and Ty, my deepest condolences to you and your family in your time of loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts. Although I did not know your dad and granddaddy, he lives on in you and he must of been speacial, because you are special and great friends! May God's peace and strength be with you.
From: Taquanda Miles
firstladyquan@gmail.com
Date: 07/28/2010
Aleea and family,
I know it's never easy losing a loved one, but just know God is soveriegn and He makes no mistakes. May you look to God for your strength and peace, and rest asure He will give it you and your family in this time of need.
From: Yaree Holt
yareeholt@hotmail.com
Date: 07/27/2010
To The Family,
Granddad was loved by everyone & he will truly be missed. I was honored to know & love him. He always was warm & welcoming to me at all times. I pray that God will ease all your sorrow & comfort your heart. My thought & prayers are with you all
From: Lisa Oakley
loakley@dekalbcountyga.gov
Date: 07/27/2010
My prayers are with and your family during your time of grief. Ty, I love and I will be here for you. Remember what we talked about my friend.
From: CAROLYN HARRIS
MISSCEHARRIS56@YAHOO.COM
Date: 07/27/2010
ALWAYS KNOW I AM THINKING AND PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.LOVE CAROLYN
From: Sheryl Burton
sherluvsbooks@yahoo.com
Date: 07/27/2010
Aleea and family, our prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. You lost a parent and we lost a very active member of society. Be at Peace.
From: Charlotte & Gary Maxwell
cmaxwell108@yahoo.com
Date: 07/27/2010
Starlee, to you and your siblings, know that our hearts and prayers are with you. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that GOD is the comforter for all our tears. God Bless
Charlotte & Gary
From: Linda Kincaid
lbkincaid@northeaststate.edu
Date: 07/27/2010
To the Family,
So sorry for the lost of your Father/Brother/Grandfather. I pray for comfort for all the family members during this time of sorrow.
From: Ray Tharp
raytswan@comcast.net
Date: 07/27/2010
Staralee, you and your father was old time friends. We all will miss him.
God keep you all.
Ray Tharp
From: DEBORAH VASSAR
vassardeborah@yahoo.com
Date: 07/27/2010
To the family:
We are so sorry to hear of the lost of your love one may god continue to heal your heart and guide your through the time of sorrow.
LES CHARMETTES SOCIAL AND SAVINGS CLUB
KEEP THE FAITH
From: terri.jones
terri.jones74@yahoo.com
Date: 07/26/2010
To the Family and friends; My prayers and love are with you all and you can be sure god's love is there also. I love you all. I'm so sorry for your lost. love alway terri jones
From: Jackie Fobbs
jackie_fobbs@yahoo.com
Date: 07/26/2010
Sherry,
I am so sorry to hear about your father. Your family is definitely in my prayers. Your father was such a bright light and he has gone home to be with his father. You were so incredible when June passed, I'm sorry I can't be there with you now. I love you, Jackie
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