Jerry Rentfro

Jerry Allen Rentfro was born in his family home in Royalton Illinois to Rolla L and Dorothy (Buckner) Rentfro in 1935. Joining siblings, Raymond and Wilda Jean as the last and youngest child.

Jerry was known for his wide array of jokes; he had one for every occasion. He was outgoing and loved talking to people and offering up his unique humor. He loved the Lord and his family. He enjoyed working puzzles and reading novels (mostly murder/mystery). Jerry also enjoyed baseball.

He grew up in Illinois often helping at the family’s small store.

He joined the army after high school. This is where he met his wife, Linnie Virginia Workman, at Fort Benning Georgia. They raised two children together. Samuel Judson and Catherine Ann. Linnie preceded him in death in 2001.

After discharge from the Army, he went to Milligan College, to learn the ministry and later served as an Elder at First Christian church in Albuquerque, NM. and then Court Street Christian Church in Salem, OR.

After moving to California, he sold cookware, then Insurance for many years… He continued in the Insurance industry after moving to Salem Oregon. Finally ending his career with the State of Oregon processing food stamps for mailing.

He lived in his home for as long as safely possible before moving to receive care from the Marion Estates McKillop Residence. Where he, at the age of 85 years old, peacefully went on to his heavenly home on May 4, 2020.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings. Also his loving wife, Linnie Virginia Workman. He is survived by his children, Samuel and Catherine, four grandchildren, Heather, Shauna, Alexander and Christopher. As well as six great grandchildren.

A viewing and celebration of life with immediate family members will be held Saturday May 16th @ 11:00am at Belcrest Memorial Park with interment following.