Jerry May Thigpen
November 6, 1935
September 23, 2021
Graveside Service
Sunday, September 26, 2021
2:00 PM
East Duplin Memorial Gardens, Beulaville
Beulaville, NC
Jerry May Thigpen, age 85, died Thursday, September 23, 2021, at the North Carolina State Veterans Home in Kinston. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Myrna Thigpen, parents, Evelyn and Orvis Thigpen, brothers, Murphy and Benny Thigpen and special friend Phyllis Trott.
Mr. Thigpen was a teacher for 36 years, a driver’s education instructor for 57 years, and served as Athletic Director and coach during his career at East Duplin High School. He also served his country in the U. S. Army.
Mr. Thigpen is survived by his daughter, Bea Lanier of Raleigh, son, Kirk Thigpen of Beulaville, and three grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the charity of your choice.
