SSG Jerry Murray, ARMY, (Ret)

Staff Sergeant Jerry Wayne Murray, U.S. Army (Ret.), 74, of Clarksville, TN went to be with the Lord on Friday, October 23, 2026. Jerry was born December 14,1951 in Lafollette, TN to Reverend Virgil Murray and Beulah Mary Kelly Murray.

Jerry met the love of his life in Daegu, South Korea while stationed at Camp Henry working as a Chaplin’s Assistant for the Army. Jerry honorably served his country in the United States Army for 20 years before retiring. Throughout the majority of his military career, he served as an artillery surveyor. His service included deployment during Operation Desert Storm, where he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for meritorious service.

Jerry had a deep appreciation for history and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with others. He loved spending time outdoors, especially hunting and fishing with his grandsons, creating cherished memories that will be treasured for years to come. A man of faith, Jerry was a devoted member and worship leader of the United Korean Church in Oak Grove, Kentucky, where he regularly attended services.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, sisters Jeanie Bohl and Della Murray.

He is survived by his wife of 46 years Kyong Ae Kim Murray, daughter Sonya Hord husband Jacob, daughter Jami Murray, son Joseph Murray wife Yavona. He is also survived by his brothers Ronnie Murray wife Dodie , Roy Murray wife Rhonda and sisters Jeanette Murray, Francis Kapur, husband Harry.

Jerry leaves behind six grandchildren Caleb Murray, Bryson Hord, Abigail Murray, Landon Hord, Mina Hord and Olivia Murray. Jerry is also survived by many nieces and nephews which he cherished.

A Celebration of Life service will be held Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM at Sykes Funeral Home with Pastor Cho officiating. Burial will follow in KY Veterans Cemetery West where full military honors will be rendered. The family will receive friends on Thursday from 11:00 AM until the hour of service. 

Please visit Jerry's online guestbook at www.sykesfuneralhome.com and share a memory with his family.