Jerry H. Holder

Jerry Harris Holder, born June 18, 1943, in the humble town of Maury City, TN, was a man who set his heart on his sleeves and dedicated his life to the service of his country and his family. Jerry's life was a testament to the quote, "The only real elegance is in the mind; if you've got that, the rest really comes from it," for he was a truly dedicated, talented, and deep-thinking man. Jerry's talent was not restricted to his military service, but was also evident in his successful business venture, Cordova Refrigeration.

Jerry was a proud owner and operator of his business, having retired after years of hard work and dedication. He was a member of the Union and VFW Post 4939, reflecting his commitment to his community and fellow veterans. His military service spanned across 36 years, with distinguished service in both the Desert Storm and Vietnam Wars. Jerry's unwavering dedication to his country and strong work ethic were the epitome of his character. His resilience, strength, and talent were evident in every aspect of his life, from his military service to his business and family life.

Jerry's loved ones will remember him as a pillar of strength and a beacon of guidance. He is survived by his daughter Tracey (Richard) Harber, sons Brandon Holder and Johnny Holder, sister Brenda Carroll, and grandson Drake (Hunter) Harber. He was preceded in death by his father Floyd Holder, mother Kathleen Holder, sister Mary McCormick, and brother Danny Holder.

A visitation will be held on Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 10:00 am CDT at Ronk Funeral Home, 106 South Bells Street, Alamo, Tennessee. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm CDT at the same location. A graveside service with military honors will take place at 2:30 pm CDT at Memphis Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens, 3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, Tennessee.

We invite all who knew and loved Jerry to share your memories and upload your photos to his memorial page. Let's celebrate the life of this dedicated, talented man together. For as another quote affirms, "The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living," and Jerry's life is surely one to be celebrated and remembered.