Jerry Wallace Vandercook

Jerry Wallace Vandercook “Bubba”, age 82 of Gallatin, passed away peacefully on December 2, 2024 at Alive Hospice in Nashville. Jerry was born on June 29, 1942 in Madison, Tennessee to the late Simon and Bethel Vandercook. 

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Jean Taylor, J.D. Vandercook, and Helen Thomasson; and his daughter, Shelli Martin. 

He is survived by his wife, JoAnn Vandercook; children, Ricky Kimbro (Elaine), Lori Hall (Paul), and Derek Kimbro (Cindy); son-in-law, Richard Martin; sister, Glenda Mayes; grandchildren, Jamie Sisco (Derek), Jessica Leftrick (Jason), Taylor Brazel (Dustin), Casey Scruggs (JR), Chris Kimbro (Tiffany), Amanda Hall, Tanner Hall, Tyler Kimbro (Bobbi-Jo), Kendal Kimbro, Casey Goins (Caroline), Justin Goins, Sydney Goins; 16 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews. 

Born and raised in Madison, Tennessee, Jerry was a 1960 graduate of Madison High School. He was a longtime member of Madison Church of Christ, Goodlettsville Church of Christ and most recently, Hartsville Pike Church of Christ. Jerry served honorably in the United States Army Reserves and was a talented carpenter by trade (owning his own carpentry business). His passion was antiquing and refinishing furniture; he was also an avid fan of the Tennessee Vols and NASCAR Racing. Jerry was loved by everyone he met and will be missed by many. 

A Celebration of Jerry’s Life will be held on Sunday, December 15, 2024, 3:00 P.M. at Hartsville Pike Church of Christ. Visitation with the family will be from 12:30 P.M. until time of service at the church. 

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Alive Hospice, 1718 Patterson Street, Nashville, TN 37203. 

Arrangements Entrusted to: Sumner Funeral & Cremation, Gallatin (615) 452-9059 www.sumnerfuneral.com