BEDFORD

Jerry Deaton, 80, of Bedford, passed away Wednesday, July 20, 2022 at his residence. Born on April 12, 1942, he was the son of Estill and Mary (Brewer) Deaton. He married Clara Guthrie on June 26, 1965 and she survives.

Jerry retired from Visteon in 2008. He enjoyed coon hunting, fishing, gardening and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren. Jerry was of the Christian faith.

Surviving to cherish the memory of Jerry is his wife, Clara (Guthrie) Deaton; his sons, William Lee (Peggy) Deaton of Leesville and Larry Eugene (Megan) Deaton of Bedford; five grandchildren, Jerry, Kelsey, Kaylee, Brevin and Izzy; two brothers, Billy (Jessee) Deaton and Chester Deaton; along with several nieces and nephews.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers; and two sisters.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00pm on Monday, July 25, 2022 at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford with Pastor Taylor Brown officiating. Burial will follow in Leesville Cemetery. Visitation will be on Sunday, July 24, 2022 from 2:00pm-6:00pm at the Ferguson-Lee Chapel.

Contributions in memory of Jerry Deaton can be made to the Leesville Cemetery.

Remembrances and condolences may be shared at www.FergusonLee.com.