1939
2017
COLUMBIA – A Celebration of Life Service for Elizabeth Dennis Jerry, 77, will be held at 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at Trenholm Road United Methodist Church, 3401 Trenholm Rd., Columbia, SC 29204 with Rev. Zach Dillard officiating. A reception will immediately follow at the Mouse Trap, 2711 Middleburg Dr., Columbia, SC 29204.
Mrs. Jerry was born July 4, 1939 in Old Orangeburg Hospital, SC and grew up on a farm in Cameron. She passed away on Sunday, March 12, 2017. She was the daughter of the late William Albert Dennis and Emma Elizabeth "Bessie" Holman Dennis. She graduated from Cameron School. A former Miss Calhoun County, her career in music began while in high school when she was organist at Shady Grove United Methodist Church. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Piano Performance from USC in 1961. Her first teaching job was in Lexington Elementary School, and she also taught piano lessons for many years in her home. She was a member of Trenholm United Methodist Church.
Besides being a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, she was the heart and soul of the Mouse Trap, the restaurant she owned with her husband, Bill. She created home cooked meals using her mother's recipes. Her greatest joy was making people happy with her chocolate cream pie and many other favorites. In addition to making others happy, her simple pleasures in life included working in her yard, playing the piano and caring for animals. She had a smile that could light up a room, and made everyone she met feel loved.
Mrs. Jerry is survived by her husband, William Andrew "Bill" Jerry; son, William Andrew "Andy" (Leslie) Jerry, Jr. of Columbia; daughters, Mary Elizabeth (Thomas) Thornton of Charleston and Christine (Rick) Pool of Columbia; grandchildren, Olivia Thornton, Grayson Pool, James Pool, and Nicholas McCourt.
Special thanks are extended to Wendy Kelly and the nurses of Agape Hospice for such wonderful care and support.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Pawmetto Lifeline, 1275 Bower Parkway, Columbia, SC 29212 or Pets, Inc., 300 Orchard Dr., West Columbia, SC 29170.
Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.
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March 7, 2019
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Nancy Twiford
Wishing the Jerry family a day of happiness as you remember your beautiful wife and mother. I still think about her often especially when I sit down to play the piano. I think, I need Mrs Jerry to play this so I can hear it. She was a warm and wonderful person and I know you miss her today as much as you alway have. Grief never ends it just becomes a part of who you are. Know today that the people who knew her will always remember her with love and admiration. I certainly do.
March 31, 2017
Anne Weiss
Elizabeth was such a sweet, kind and caring person. Bill, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 19, 2017
Bj Ashley
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family
She will be missed. Bj and Len
March 16, 2017
Nancy Twiford
Dear Bill and family, your wife and mother was my piano teacher. More that that, she was my therapist at a time when I needed her love and guidance but mostly her listening ear. She greeted me every week with her beautiful, warm smile and was encouraging and loving to me always. I will remember seeing Andy and Mary Elizabeth walk through the piano room after school and I was always greeted by your happy Cocker Spaniel whose name I believe was Happy! And I remember the arrival of Christine! There was nothing like your mother's "Blondies" and she shared them with me every time she made them and I looked forward to them every recital! Your mother taught my siblings as well and once told my mother that my brother John should stop piano because he started to itch every time he sat down to play! We enjoyed laughing about that. Your mother meant more to me than I can ever tell you. She was a very special person and will remain in my heart always. My loving thoughts and prayers are with you all.
March 15, 2017
Bill, Andy & the rest of the Jerry family, so very to hear of your loss. I'll always remember Elizabeth & the wonderful food & friendliness of the MT. Her desserts were the best. I'm thinking of all of you . Bebie Chambers
March 15, 2017
Such a beautiful lady. God bless Elizabeth.
Susan and Jimmie Martin
Myrtle Beach
March 15, 2017
I am sorry for the loss of your loved one. May the Family find comfort, hope, and strength from reading Acts24: 15.
March 14, 2017
Jeffcoat Smitt
Dear Bill & Family. I am sorry for your loss. Elizabeth was such a sweet lady. I will keep your family and friends in my family.
Jeffcoat
March 14, 2017
I am truly sorry for your loss, may the God of heaven be with all of you during this very difficult time.
March 14, 2017
Donna Kuchak Muller
Dear Bill & Family, We are saddened to hear of the passing of Elizabeth. Her smile will be missed. Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
Donna Kuchak Muller and Pam Kuchak Woods.
March 14, 2017
I dropped by the Trap today and found out that Elizabeth had passed away. Just want you and your family to know that your in my prayers. Elizabeth will be greatly missed. She was one of a kind. Always with a smile regardless of her circumstance. Will miss her great pies.
Best regards,
Mike Grecu (Columbia, SC)
March 14, 2017
So very sorry to hear of the Jerry family loss. I had always thought of Ms. Elizabeth as a "very special person". I am out of town at the present and will not be able to attend the service. However, you can rest assured that my thoughts and prayers are with the Jerry family!
March 14, 2017
Judy Garvin
Bill, So sorry to her about Elizabeth. She was a sweet and generous soul and will be missed by all.
March 14, 2017
Dianne Chinnes
Bill,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Elizabeth personified true friendship. She was there to laugh with her friends but she was also there to cry with us when we needed her strength.
She was admired and loved by many.
March 14, 2017
Kathy Peeler
Bill I was deeply saddened when I heard of your loss . Those of us who were fortunate to have known Elizabeth were enriched by her kindness, generosity and a beautiful smile
that could light up any room. Few couples have the kind of relationship that you and Elizabeth had. May your lifetime of love and memories keep her forever in your heart.
Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 14, 2017
Nikki Walker
Oh, Miss Elizabeth - We have been missing you for a while now, but we can all rest better knowing that the Rainbow Bridge has gained a special caregiver and Heaven will never be without chocolate pie!! Bill, thank you for showing us what true love really means when it counts - you have set the bar high and your care and love for Elizabeth touched us all. My love and condolences to you and the family as you mourn her loss and celebrate her beautiful life!!
March 14, 2017
Mark Estes
Bill,
My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you and your family during this extremely difficult time. Though I never had the pleasure to have met Elizabeth, it is obvious from her many friends that she was a very special person and will be greatly missed. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help during this time of grief.
March 14, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
March 14, 2017
Frankie Pearson
My sincerest and dearest condolences to all the Jerry family. It was always a pleasure visiting with Elizabeth at the Mouse Trap when travelling. She appeared from the kitchen with her beauty, smile, apron, and hugs. We grew up together and she always remained that wonderful and lovely friend.
Unfortunately distance prevents my presence at the Celebration; however, I am with you in spirit and love.
March 14, 2017
Amanda Carter
March 14, 2017
Phil Sawyer, Jr.
My deepest condolences.
Phil Sawyer, Jr.
March 14, 2017
Debbe Livingston
Her illuminating smile and kind precious soul have enveloped Heaven, surely the Angels sang their sweetest song as she entered the Gates. Blessed are we are to have known her, felt her warmth of compassion and love, comforted by her hugs and enjoyed many of her homemade meals. All the love she gave away whether to people or her beloved animals, may you all feel the comfort of it as it surrounds you in your time of sorrow. Miss Elizabeth was surely everyone's #1, she will live on in our hearts.
March 14, 2017
The Staff of Caughman-Harman Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
March 13, 2017
Jean McKenzie
I consider myself blessed to have been a friend of Elizabeth Jerry. She was truly a beautiful lady, both inside and out. She radiated love to everyone that knew her. Elizabeth was a talented and hard working person. She will surely be missed. I know that God has wrapped his loving arms around her and welcomed her home.
March 13, 2017
Beth Cooper
Miss Elizabeth was the most beautiful, kind, generous, and loving soul. Praying the family will find peace and comfort in their fondest memories.
March 13, 2017
Marion Brown
Elizabeth has been one of the few to exhibit "kindness to humanity" as it should be shown. Whether it was a community of feral cats, or one individual in need of "a hug"... all were created equal in Elizabeth's eyes. She always accepted the challenge to make others lives better.
She was another "SWEET THANG" to pass through our lives. Heaven is now happier and kinder because of Elizabeth. God bless her soul.
March 13, 2017
Amanda Heaitley
What a beautiful, sweet lady and kind soul. She was such a thoughtful person, and it was always special whenever she and her family would sing along with our Friends Band. My heart goes out to the entire family. Will will all miss her very much.
March 13, 2017
Victoria Giles
What a beautiful soul! I will always remember Mama Jerry with her infectious smile, kind spirit, and the best Chocolate Cream pie in this world. Our deepest condolences to the Jerry family - you are in our prayers.
~The Sessions and Giles family
March 13, 2017
Robert Brutschy
Good bye and farewell, sweet Ms. Elizabeth!
The world will not be the same without your beautiful smile, your talents, your love and your innate goodness! Your husband and children and grandchildren were the luckiest people in the world to have had you! And so were we, the many devoted
members of your extended family!
Goodbye lovely friend!
March 13, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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