Jerry LeRoy Marsh
Jerry LeRoy Marsh
Funeral services for Jerry LeRoy Marsh, 81, West Plains , Missouri, will be held at 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 1 , 2020 at the First Baptist Church , under the direction of Robertson-Drago Funeral Home.
Jerry LeRoy Marsh entered into eternal rest on Friday, May 29, 2020 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 9, 1938 at West Plains Missouri to the late Roy and Cecil Marsh. On May 5, 1957 he was married to Mary Beth Kessinger in West Plains, Missouri. To this union four children were born: Randy Lee, Regina Marie, Valla Jo and Craig Allen.
Jerry graduated from West Plains High School in 1956. In 1955, at the age of 17, he enlisted in the Missouri National Guard from which he retired in 2000 after 45 years of service with the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 5. Jerry made a career with Metropolitan Life Insurance Company lasting 30 years.
In 1965, he joined the Masons and was initiated into Mt. Zion Lodge #327, West Plains, Missouri and was awarded his 50 year pin in 2015. He was also an avid member of the West Plains Chapter #193 Order of the Eastern Star serving several offices including his most cherished position of Worthy Grand Patron of the State of Missouri in 1995. He received his 50 year pin in 2016. Jerry was a long-time member of the First Baptist Church and volunteered with their food bank.
He is survived by his children, Regina and her husband Gary York, Valla Jo Matlock and son Craig Marsh and his wife Babbette, step-granddaughter Heather (York) Swearengin and her husband Brian, Clint Corman and his wife Abby, Alec Matlock, Preston York, Evan Marsh and his wife Lorryn and granddaughter Lauren Matlock, great-grandson, Jerico York and four step-grandchildren, his brother, Donald Marsh and his wife Joan and sister Janet Parker and her husband Darrell.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Mary Beth Marsh. One son, Randy Lee Marsh, his parents, and one brother Reathel Marsh.
Mr. Marsh’s visitation will be from 6:00 until 8:00 p.m. May 31, Sunday, at the Langston Street Chapel at Robertson-Drago Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Howell Memorial Park Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Hammond Mill Camp and may be left at or mailed to Robertson-Drago Funeral Home, 211 West Main, West Plains, MO 65775. Online condolences may be expressed at www.robertsondrago.com.
stanley taylor
May 30, 2020 @ 6:31 pm
jerry was a great friend of mine and to all who knew him life goes on and we know he is in a better place it is hard to let our loved ones go andWE MISS THEM SO much but the lord will lead usTHRUu these rough times we will continue to pray FOR ALL OF YOU
Robert Clubb
May 30, 2020 @ 8:09 pm
One wonderful man to have known. He will be missed, never forgotten and always remembered.
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
May 30, 2020 @ 8:50 pm
The Marsh Family,
I want to extend my deepest sympathy to your family upon the passing of Jerry. Your family will be in my daily prayers/thoughts. In this difficult time may God comfort, encourage, and support all of you daily. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
Bob Detherow
May 30, 2020 @ 11:15 pm
We’re so sorry to learn of the death of Jerry. He was a good mason and man and will be remembered.
Bob and Mary Detherow
Springfield, MO
Judy Farrow
May 31, 2020 @ 9:00 am
Jerry and Mary Beth were part of my 1993 Grand Family OES. They will be remembered as dedicated people to the family and organization. Jerry went on to become Worthy Grand Patron and served the station with utmost respect for our members. He will always be in our memories. Rest In Peace and you can now be with Mary Beth again. Soar with the STARS.
Craig and Sherri Cromer
May 31, 2020 @ 5:44 pm
Regina, Valla, Craig and your sweet families so sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories they will become more precious with time. Thoughts and Prayers
Neil and Beth Hamilton
May 31, 2020 @ 6:13 pm
Jerry and Mary Beth were dear friends of ours. He was very helpful to us during the difficult illness of our brother-in-law. We were able to participate in his many Eastern Star receptions and other activities as well as travel with them to events across the state. We are sending our prayers and love to the family. God Bless and comfort during this time of sadness.
Jim and Jeanne Swope
May 31, 2020 @ 6:46 pm
Marsh Family, we extend our sympathy in the death of our friend and former classmate. May you have peace knowing he is in a better place!
Teresa Turk
May 31, 2020 @ 7:39 pm
I was very sorry to hear this. Prayers and hugs go out to the family. I know your in heaven now with Mary beth and uncle Roy and Aunt Cecil, all your loved ones…RIP. Love u Jerry… Teresa Marsh Turk
Sherry Brotherton
May 31, 2020 @ 10:29 pm
Valla, so sorry to hear about your father’s passing. I’ll be praying for and your family.
Sherry Carrell Brotherton
Lisa Manion Meade
June 1, 2020 @ 9:13 am
I’m so sorry to learn of Jerry’s passing. He was always the sweetest man. Praying that God gives you the comfort and strength needed in this time of sorrow.
Ken and Wanda Clark
June 1, 2020 @ 10:40 am
Ken and Wanda Clark
Prayers go out to the entire Marsh family. Donald Marsh and I graduated together.
Amber(Cozort)Redburn
June 1, 2020 @ 8:36 pm
The Marsh Family,
Our deepest sympathy to your family upon the passing of Jerry. Your family will be in our prayers. May God bless all of you.
In Christian Love,
Norris/Ivene Cozort
Rosalea Cargill
June 1, 2020 @ 11:51 pm
To the Marsh family, we are so sorry to learn of Jerry’s difficult illness and passing. He was a classmate and friend of many years. We worked on class reunions together and always appreciated his sense of humor and his kindness.
Dan and Rosalea Cargill
Dale and Thelma Mitchell
June 2, 2020 @ 2:14 pm
Thelma and I wish to extend our deepest sympathy to each and every member of the Jerry Marsh family for their recent loss of Jerry who will be so very sadly missed by by each of you but by each of us who had the extreme pleasure of calling Jerry our freind
Mike and Diana Pace
June 4, 2020 @ 9:03 pm
We are saddened to learn of Jerry passing away. He was a good friend for many years. We have fond National Guard memories with he and Mary Beth. We extend our deepest condolences to Jerry’s family.
Doug and Carla Boze
June 5, 2020 @ 10:48 am
We are very sad at Jerry’s passing but know that he and Mary Beth are rejoicing together again. We learned a lot from them both at Eastern Star meetings. Please accept our condolences. May God comfort all of the family at this time.
They are patiently waiting for you to join them when it is your time to go.
Doug and Carla Boze