Wednesday, April 17, 2024 7:38 am

Jerry Champion, age 66, of Forest City, passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024.

Jerry was born August 25, 1957, in Rutherford County to the late Ace Champion and Bardee Hensley Champion. He was a graduate of R-S Central High School, class of 1976. Jerry worked as a machine operator for PPG Industries for 42 years before retirement. He most recently worked for Everest Security. He attended Gilkey Church of God.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Jessica Champion Sandlin.

Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 48 years, Helen Champion; daughter, Cynthia Champion Calhoun (Sidney) of Mooresboro; son, Ace Jerry Champion (Sarah) of Myrtle Beach, SC; sister, Mary Denise Champion of Forest City; two granddaughters, one niece, and a great nephew and great niece.

The funeral was held April 15 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Sidney Calhoun, and Brother Ronnie Jeffords officiating.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.