Mr. Jerry G. Darby, 67, of Florence, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2008. A graveside service for Mr. Darby will be held at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens at 2:00 p.m. Friday with Bro. Emerald Bailey officiating.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents, Matthew and Edith Darby; grandparents, Edgar and Lizzie Davis, John Thomas and Lennie Boyd Darby. Mr. Darby worked for Liberty National Life Insurance for many years. He was also a retired store owner of Darby''s in Colbert County.
Mr. Darby is survived by his wife Nell Berry Darby; daughter, Kimberly Darby Mordecai and husband Greg; son, Michael C. Darby and wife Sharon; grandchildren, Alexis and Lucas Mordecai, Asia and Ivory Darby; brother, Larry Dennis Darby and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends whom he loved very much.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice of the Shoals or a charity of your choice.
You are invited to sign the online register at www.elkinsfh.com.
Elkins Funeral Home is assisting the family.