Jerry Lynn Douglas

After several years of courageously battling health issues and surrounded by his family, Jerry Douglas left this earthly home to be with his Lord and Savior in heaven. Jerrys' legacy will live on through his family, friends and all who knew and loved him. Jerry was born on August 27th,1943 to Carl and Marie Douglas in Texas and moved to Kingsburg with his family in 1944. Jerry had an older brother Darrel, who passed away in 2017. Jerry married Sandra Henderson in 1962 and they raised 3 boys Ronnie, David, and Johnny mostly in Kingsburg with some time living in Riverdale farming. Jerry was a member of Local 701 Carpenters Union where he spent his career working on all aspects of the carpentry trade but specialized in finish carpentry. Known for being a commercial door hanging expert, he had an exceptional eye for detail and was a master craftsman. Jerry built his own home in Kingsburg and a beautiful three story cabin at Hume Lake. Jerry's life changed when he accepted the Lord Jesus Christ as his personal savior in 1974 at a small Baptist Church in Riverdale, Ca. His life focus switched from pleasing himself to serving his Lord. He was active in his local church as a teacher and leader and would also lead Bible studies in his home throughout his life. He touched countless lives with his Godly wisdom and loving spirit. His life was full of adventure as he spent much time with family and friends hunting, fishing, backpacking in the high country, camping and horseback riding which he loved. His most treasured memories were with family and friends laughing, joking and encouraging his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren who called him Papa. Jerry is survived by his wife Sandra of 61 years; his three sons, Ronnie, David and his wife Cynthia, Johnny and his wife Lori; 9 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. He will be deeply missed but the family is rejoicing that his eight year health struggle has ended and he is truly free from pain and suffering and is in a place prepared for him by his Savior. A Memorial service will be held 10am, Saturday, July 29, 2023, at The Orchard Church, 2400 19th Ave., Kingsburg. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Creighton Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Jerry Lynn Douglas

August 27, 1943 - April 1, 2023