Jerry Kent Murrell

Birth date: Dec 1, 1940 Death date: Jul 8, 2017

Jerry Kent Murrell, 76, of Kingsport, went to meet his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on July 8, 2017 at Wellmont Hospice House, Bristol, TN. Jerry was a member of West View Missionary Baptist Church where he taught the Men’s Night Bible Class for 15 plus years. He was a 1959 graduate of Lynn View High School where he was elected to the Sports Hall of Fame. Jerry started for four years on the baseball team at Carson-Newman College and enjoyed playing golf with his friends. He also loved to study the Bible in preparation for his Bible class. Jerry worked for Kingsport Federal Savings & Loan for three years followed by 31 years of service before his retirement from Eastman Chemical Company.Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, J. B. and Lillian Murrell; brother, Joel Murrell; step-grandson, Jeremiah Culbreth. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 34 years, Reba Murrell; two daughters, Marla Freeman and husband Matt, Meredith Powell and husband Kevin; step-daughter, Donna Fox-Dixon and husband Jim; step-son, Gary Fox; granddaughters, Sydney and Karson; aunts, Marie Nelms and Madeline Murrell, and several cousins.The family will receive friends on Monday, July 10, 2017 from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services. A Service honoring his life will be conducted at 11:00 am on Tuesday, July 11, 2017 in the J. Wayne Hamilton Memorial Chapel of Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services with Pastor Mike Stout officiating. A Graveside and Committal Service will follow in the Garden of Meditation at Oak Hill Memorial Park.The family would like to express their sincere gratitude for the many acts of kindness shown during Jerry’s illness: the many cards and visits, the food brought to the home, etc. Your kindness was overwhelming. They especially want to thank the neighbors for their help and care, Wellmont Hospice House, Dr. Archer, and so many friends that cannot be named.In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials in Jerry’s honor be made to Wellmont Hospice House, 1 Medical Park Blvd., Bristol, TN 37620.The care of Jerry Kent Murrell and his family has been entrusted to the staff of Oak Hill Funeral and Cremation Services.Read Obituary

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354w ago

Created a Tribute Video in memory of Jerry Kent Murrell.

Steven Smith

339w ago

I was a lifelong friend of Jerry's younger brother, Joel, who passed away in 2006 at 50, and of course I knew JB and Lillian. As Lillian lived out her final years, I visited her as often as I could. I knew of Jerry but, incredibly, had never met him until, on what turned out to be my last-ever visit to Lillian, I finally met Jerry! He was there, caring for his mother. He likewise knew of me and we were glad to meet. His passing came 2 days before my birthday. I did not learn of it until some time later. Although belated, I send prayers to his family in their loss, and remember a good man who is now enjoying Heaven's rest.

Barbara Lawson

353w ago

in honor of Jerry.

A lit candle with a soft flame, surrounded by small white flowers and green leaves, set against a warm yellow background.

Judith Denton

354w ago

Our oldest friend (over 70 years). A true friend, one we loved and will forever miss. A good friend to all. God bless your family.

Robert Devault

354w ago

in honor of Jerry.

Reba, I was sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was a good man, good friend. I am proud to say I knew him. May God comfort you and your family is my prayer.

Oak Hill Funeral And Cremation Services

354w ago

Judith Denton

Our oldest, very special friend (over 70 years). Always kind, loyal and true. A good man! We'll miss you, dear friend. Thinking of your family. Gloria Trent Cureton and Judy Trent Denton

Jewel & Craig Garren

354w ago

Saddened & makes my heart heavy for Reba & family by the news of Jerry's passing. Prayers for GOD's comfort as only He can. Jerry was so respected & loved by all of us "59 class of Lynn View Lynxes. He will certainly be missed @ our class luncheons. He always had a smile when he was able to attend.

Jim Hobbs

354w ago

Reba and family, my deepest condolences, my best wishes and prayer are now for you.
It was my pleasure to have known Jerry and to have shared with him our high school experienced. Now he can fully realize the joys of his earthly labors, with Christ.