PATTERSON — Mr. Gerald Wayne “Jerry” Williamson, 56 of Patterson, passed away Tuesday, January 31, 2023, at his residence.
Born in Jacksonville, FL on December 4, 1966, he had lived in Ware & Pierce Counties most of his life. Mr. Williamson was a 1986 graduate of Pierce County High School. Following his high school graduation, he went to work for the City of Waycross in their Water Department and remained there until he had to retire due to his health. Mr. Williamson was a big racing fan and loved watching NASCAR and Street Outlaws. He also enjoyed watching the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Braves and in his younger days had enjoyed fishing.
He was a son of the late Ernest Carroll Williamson and Betty Jane Henley Williamson.
Survivors include his daughter and son-in-law, Gwena and James Payne of Keystone Heights, Fla; his sister, Susan Williamson of Patterson; his brother and sister-in-law, Randy and Karen Williamson of Jesup; three grandchildren, Brayleigh Payne, Remington Payne, and Levi Payne; his nephew, Matthew Williamson; and several other relatives and friends.
Funeral service for Mr. Williamson was held Tuesday, February 7 from the Pearson-Dial Chapel. Interment was in Greenlawn Cemetery.
Visitation for Mr. Williamson was held Monday, February 6 at the funeral home.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online register at www.pearsondial.com.
Pearson-Dial Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
