Services
Obituary
Guest Book
1940
2016
Jerry Francis Tillman, 76, took his last flight on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016, the Clarity Pointe of Louisville. He was born March 23, 1940 in Lilbourn, MO to the late Howard H. Tillman and Lydia Crockett Tillman. He retired in 2008, after a 32 year career, as Chief Pilot for Humana. Jerry loved spending time with his family, enjoying skeet shooting, hunting, boating, scuba diving, water & snow skiing, and traveling.
Besides his parents he is also predeceased by his brother Johnny Tillman.
Survivors include his loving wife of 36 years, Ruth Elaine Hinton Tillman; daughters Beth Parr (Jim), and Andrea Sinkhorn (Paul); granddaughters Abby Reams and Maggie Reams; great-grandson Levi Kendall; siblings Howard Crockett Tillman (Brenda) of MO, and Mary Ann Bateman Buczek (Mike) of OH; uncle John R. Crockett (Vallie) of FL; loving in-laws, nieces Debbie Long (Troy) of TN, Heather Vanderzee (Jeff) of OH, nephew Sam Tillman of MO, and a host of long time friends.
Services to celebrate Jerry's life will be held at 3:00 pm Saturday, Nov. 19, 2016 in the Sanctuary of St. Paul United Methodist Church, 2000 Douglass Blvd.
Visitation will be prior to the services, 1:00 to 3:00 PM in the Social Hall of the church.
In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy are requested to Alzheimer's Association for Greater KY & IN, 6100 Dutchman's Lane, Louisville, KY 40205.
Please leave a remembrance for the family at www.archlheadycralle.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
November 23, 2016
Joy Schaffer
Dear Elaine and Family , this is Joy Schaffer I am originally from Lilbourn ,Mo. I am so sorry about Jerry's passing , I went to school with Jerry from the first grade in Lilbourn. He was one of our class favorites , always a joy to be around ! I have notified the rest of our classmates that are still with us . Jerry will always be in my heart as one of my special friends . I had the privilege to see him about three years ago at our class reunion , I am so happy now that I did .He always had a kind word for everyone my heart and prayers go out to you and your family God bless you all
November 20, 2016
Harold & Frances Ponder
So sorry to hear that Jerry passed away, thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time.
November 20, 2016
Susie Nelson
ET, I am so very sorry for your loss. Jerry was a great guy and I feel honored to have known him. I am sorry that I was not able to attend his service because I am in Florida. I send my heartfelt love. When things settle down for you, how about coming south for a visit?
November 15, 2016
Anthony & Chasity Concepcion
ET so sorry to learn of your husbands passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Elaine Tillman
November 15, 2016
Amy & Jeff Walter
E.T, our hearts ache for your loss but remember to celebrate in Jerry's release. Remembering so many fun times back in the day with you guys, Jill and neighbors in Crestwood. Jerry was full of joy and life. We are honored to have known him and blessed to enjoyed times with him.
November 8, 2016
Teresa Rupp
Dear Elaine, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Teresa Rupp in Bob Harlow's Office @ Northwestern.
November 3, 2016
White
Dear Elaine, we are so sorry to hear about Jerry. Please know that we remember him and celebrate his life. We had amazing times together.
Our prayers are with you and Beth and Andrea, Please tell them we are thinking of them at this time.
Love to all. Jack and Sara White
Showing 1 - 41 of 41 results
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Funeral services provided by:
Arch L. Heady-Cralle Funeral Home2428 Frankfort Ave, Louisville, KY 40206-2522
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more