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Leroy Jernigan Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 24, 2012.

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September 29, 2012

Lt. Jernigan was good man and I have a lot of fun memories of him. He introduced me to "DEER MEAT". He gave me some chili made with deer meat and made me a believer that it was better than beef. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Josephine Ford (Correctional Officer at Rutledge State Prison from 1989-1993)

September 29, 2012

Susan Bray Garrison

Pat,
We missed seeing you and Leroy at the Jernigan family reunion this year. You two were always a staple and we looked forward to seeing you. I can't believe that Leroy was 81--you both look and act so much younger. Maybe it was because of the smiles on your faces and the positive outlook on life--the results of a life of purpose. Draw on your faith, lean on the arms of Jesus. It's going to be a long, hard road ahead, but He will be there to hold you up as you have need.

Posted by Susan Bray Garrison

September 27, 2012

It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

September 26, 2012

Terea Alford

To the Family,
Uncle Leroy, you will be greatly missed by your niece, I'll will miss the phone calls,your smile,your hugs, and the storiesyou will tell,most of all your tender heart.To my Aunt Pat,Dear lord, please comfort her in this time of grief, love her,and give her time she needs to grief. I hope, from my heart, that your pain will decrease,
That your spirit will gain strength again,
And I pray that your faith will create inner peace

September 25, 2012

Howard Vigrass

To : Pat and Family,
You have lost a husband and father and I have lost a dear friend. I'm sorry I cannot be with you today but my heart is with you. it has been a great pleasure and honor knowing you and being a part of your lives.
Howard Vigrass

September 24, 2012

Lis & Steve Watson

Phyllis and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I am sure he will be holding the door open for us, when we reach Heaven.

September 24, 2012

Pat and Family,
Knowing your husband was one of life's pleasures and privileges. Patti and I thank God for Roy and men like him who are willing to take a stand and defend our freedom.

September 24, 2012

Susan Jernigan

I loved my uncle dearly he was one of the kindest human beings I ever met. My special memory of him is when my Daddy his brother was in his last weeks in the hospital. Uncle Leroy and Aunt Pat drove down to Pensacola and stayed at the hospital with me for weeks. I don't know what I would have done without them. I Love you Uncle LeRoy until we meet again.

September 24, 2012

Joe and Kathy Fegurgur

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

September 24, 2012

Doris Davis

I am so thankful to be his niece. He was a very strong man who could show a sweet tenderness when he saw that it was needed. He was devoted to his wife and family but always had love to spare which reached out to everyone that knew him. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him.

September 24, 2012

Donna Richardson-Mayo

Phyllis and Family,
May the Lord shelter you in your time of loss, fill your heart with peace and bless your tears and trembling heart. Rejoice in knowing your Daddy is wrapped in the arms of our Lord Jesus. You and your family are in my prayers. Much love.

September 24, 2012

We remember Roy as a wonderful, fun-loving, family friend, very supportive of his family's interests, and a great fellow we depended on with our Girl Scout endeavors. We are thankful for our fond memories.

September 24, 2012

Debbie Phipps

What a testimony of a great life. Your children and grandchildren speak volumes of kind of person you are. Rest in peace. Prayer for those left behind in waiting til you meet again

September 24, 2012

LaWanna Hayes

Tony and I will miss sitting next to you on Sunday mornings and Alex will miss you slipping her pieces of candy. Rest in eternal peace my friend.

September 24, 2012

Florence Creasy

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

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