Jerry W. Greer
July 19, 1942 ~ May 5, 2012
Jerry Wayne Greer, 69, Park City, died Saturday, May 5, 2012, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. A native of Daviess County, he was a loving husband, father, special friend, and teacher to many. He was a graduate of Fordsville High School, where he had served as president of his class, the student council, and FFA, as well as being captain of his basketball team.
Jerry graduated from the University of Kentucky with a degree in Agriculture Education and went on to receive his Masters and Rank I degrees from Western Kentucky University. He taught Agriculture at Park City High School and Barren County High School, retiring after 29 years of service. An excellent educator, he had a great love for horses and team penning. He was a member of one of the first team-penning events to be held at the Kentucky State Fair. He was a member of the Buck Creek and Cross Country Saddle Clubs and Park City Lions Club as well as many other school and community organizations.
Jerry had served on the Barren County Farm Bureau Board, and had been treasurer to the Barren County Natural Resources Conservation Service Board and State Director to the Kentucky Soil Conservation Board. He was a past member of BCEA, KEA, and NEA, a member of the FFA Alumni Association, and a member of the Glasgow –Barren County and Kentucky Retired Teachers Organizations. He was a director and a Past President of the Barren County Cattlemen’s Association, a member and former director of the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association, a member of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and a charter member of the Barren Beef Group. Jerry was also a Past President of the Kentucky Vo-Ag Teachers Association as well as the 3rd District KVA. Jerry has served as FFA Advisor to the Park City and Barren County FFA Chapters, teacher and advisor to the Park City Young Farmers Class, and was an honorary member of the Barren County and Park City FFA Chapters. He received an honorary State Farmers Degree from the Kentucky FFA, an honorary Young Farmers Degree from the Kentucky YFA. Most recently, he had served as Agricultural Representative and Loan Officer for South Central Bank.
Jerry is survived by his wife, Reeda Greer; one son, Clinton Greer of Park City; one daughter, Jamie Greer Camacho (Charlie) of White House, TN; two grandchildren, Joseph Brent Greer and Ina Marishka Greer; one great-granddaughter, Isabella Dawn Greer; three step-children, Rhonda Townsend (Charles), Michael Ray Elmore (Lisa), and Mark Richard Elmore (Jean); eight step-grandchildren, Dakota, Ashton, and Micha Elmore, Oliver and Owen Townsend, Morgan Elmore, Lauren and Lindsey Carroll; one step-great-granddaughter, Brooklyn Carroll; his mother, Cora Edge Greer of Whitesville, KY; two brothers, Cletus Greer and Pat Greer of Whitesville; two nephews, Kent Patrick Greer and Patrick Curtis Greer. He was preceded in death by his father, Glover Greer.
Funeral services will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Hatcher & Saddler Funeral Home with burial in the Glasgow Municipal Cemetery. Friends may call after 1:00 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home. Alternate expressions of sympathy to the American Cancer Society.
I was very saddened to learn that Mr. Greer had passed away. I will always remember him as a true role-model when I was a student at Park City High School and especially when he was my teacher in Vocational Agriculture and was my FFA Advisor. As I remember it, Mr. Greer started with us at Park City pretty soon in his teaching career. He always was an encouragement to me. I remember going with him and about four other of my classmates in FFA to Kansas City MO for the National FFA Convention. He had just bought a new red Chevy Impala and we rode with him in his new car. I had never been that far away from home before, but it was a wonderful experience that I have never forgotten. When I graduated from Park City, I spent two years at WKU majoring in Ag Education. I planned to follow in the steps of Mr. Greer to teach Agriculture and be a FFA Advisor. However, I soon had a change of plans as I went in the Ministry and have done so every since. My four years in FFA with Mr. Greer have served me well over the years.
To his family, I extend my deepest sympathy. I will forever be grateful for Mr. Greer. May God bless and comfort each of you.
Wayne
Minister, Horse Cave Church of Christ
I met Mr. Greer through the Cattleman’s Association several years ago. I always enjoyed talking to him and found him a delightful individual, very knowledgable and personable. I was so sorry to hear of his passing, and my condolences are extended to his family.
Reeda- I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Cora, Peggy, Cletus and Pat, you have my deepest sympathy in this time of grief.. I have not had the pleasure of meeting Jerry Wayne’s immediate family but I extend condolences to Reeda and each of you in the loss of your loved one. May you find comfort in the precious memories and the love that surrounds you.
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I am sad to hear of Jerry’s passing. He will be in the thoughts of my family.
Prayers and sympathy to all of the family.
Rita we are so sorry to hear about Jerry he gave his illness the fight of his life. Our prayers are with all of your family.
Sad news. Jerry took Clint, my brother and me cave exploring on his neighbors farm once when we were kids. We had a great time and I have shared that story with my kids. Thanks for the childhood adventure Jerry.
Reeda and family
So sorry for your loss. Jerry was always kind to me and my boys where ever We ran into him. I always asked people how Jerry was doing since he had been diagnosed with cancer. I heard the BEST news recently that he came to know Christ as his savior, THat was such a blessing to hear of someone who was always such a kind man and NOW he is no longer suffering and living pain free and never to suffer again. God bless you and your family . Prayers are with you all in your time of saddness, Please read poem The DASH.
Robin, Jacob & Frankie Bradshaw
Mr. Greer and Mr. Colliver taught us youngsters quite alot during those times. I fell asleep during my first year of Ag and I’ll never forget a book being slamed beside my head to get my attention to remain awake. I have used that same movement to train 100’s of young Marines over the 31 years I have served. Stronge Man, = Strong teachings. You taught me well, Sir. Teresa and I will keep both you and your family in our prayers.
Respectfully Submitted
Master Gunnery Sergeant
James R. Adwell Jr. “Bobby”
UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS (RET)
It will be the little things that you will remember,the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now,it will be the memories of these little things that help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again. With Deepest Sympathy & Prayers for Reeda and the Family, Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Mrs. Greer and family,
I just learned of Mr. Greer’s passing this morning while waiting for Jay, my husband, to come out of surgery on his shoulder. Jay speaks of Mr. Greer often as one of the finest teachers he had. He loved him and deeply respected him. Unfortunately, due to Jay’s surgery we will be unable to make the trip to Glasgow to the funeral. Jay will be very sad to hear of Mr. Greer’s passing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Respectfully, Sharon Jackman
I was sad to read about Mr. Greer’s passing online at the Daily Times. He was my high school Ag teacher and FFA advisor at Barren County High School and was always a positive influence in my life. I always admired his manners and knowledge and was inspired to live and do better as a student and a person under his tutorage. I will always remember him as one of the positive influences for my life.
Sincerely,
Rev. Mike Gillock
Pastor of Knight’s Chapel FWB Church
Cookeville, TN
Aunt Cora Dean, Cletus,Pat Reeda,Jamie and Clint, words can’t be expressed at this time how sad it makes me feel, for all of you! Jerry will be missed by all of us. Our thoughts and prayers go with you in the next few days! Let the sweet memories flow at this time.Precious memories are sweet. Yester years comes flowing back for me at this time,when thinking of Jerry this morning!
Jerry Wayne will be greatly missed by Barren County and by his friends,i will miss his ability to make me laugh,bussiness matters and teaching my son at barren co. Becky Jane
Dear family, I have many wonderful memories of Jerry! I had the opportunity to eat lunch with the Ag. teachers @ BCHS. That was truly a highlight of my day!! Jerry, James, and Frank kept me laughing during our break. Jerry was a dear friend through the years. He will be missed!!! My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jamie,Clint & Reeda
I am so very sorry that Jerry lost his long battle.
Jamie & Clint
Celebrate…the wonderful father, the great teacher & beautiful man you were fortunate enough to have for this short time on earth. He was not only your mentor but a mentor to so many others. What a grand thing to have touched so many lives.
I love you & am thinking of you.
Love Elizabeth
Jamie I am so sorry to hear of your Fathers passing. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and I do hope you can find some comfort knowing he isn’t in any pain and that he is in heaven now. I know the days ahead will be very hard but just ask God to help you with the hurt in your heart. It appears he was a great man so try to remember the memories and happy times while he was here on earth. God bless you and your family.
Aunt Cora, Cletus, Pat, Reeda and family,
I am saddened to hear that Jerry has passed. I have fond childhood memories of
visiting in KY and many visits to the farm. Jerry was always willing to get the horses ready and let me ride. I will always remember his big smile and his kind, gentle nature. So sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to all of you at this time. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Reeda/Family, Sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. You/your family are in our thoughts/.prayers. I have great memories of sharing teaching stories with Jerry. May your memories be your consolation/comfort!!
Cora Dean, Cletus, Patrick, and Reeda and family: I am saddened by Jerry’s passing. It is the beginning for a generation to leave this life and I’m reminded just how serious this is for all of my family and cousins. I know he will be greatly missed. Paula thought so much of him. He accomplished so much in his life. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Ilene
Greer family, we are truly sorry to hear of Jerry’s passing. God bless each of you.
I’m truly sorry to hear of Mr. Greer passing. He was a great teacher. Most of all he was a very good role model. (year of 1978)
Reeda and family ,
So sorry to hear about Jerry’s passing …All of you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time .