Obituary of Jerry Lynn Hatmaker

Hatmaker, Jerry L (SFC US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD-RET) 66, passed away on July 30th, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. Born January 12, 1953 in Carlsbad New Mexico. Survived by spouse of 38 years, Peggy. Sons Shane and Jonathan, daughters Dawn (Fred) Serna and Amanda Hatmaker. Mother Molly, sisters Marlene, Maxine and Joanna, brothers Virgil and Alan, 3 granddaughters and 1 great granddaughter whom he loved dearly. Jerry served his country honorably, retiring in 2013 after 25 years in the Arizona Army National Guard (WAATS). Decorations, Medals and awards too numerous to list due to 7 overseas tours of duty. Hatmaker never met a stranger, a teller of stories he could spin a yarn with the best of them. A practical joker, puller of pranks on all who knew and loved him, maker of the best jerky you ever ate. Hat was an avid whacker of golf balls. To celebrate his life, a gathering for all who knew and loved him will be held Saturday August 3rd 2019 6pm at Crooked Tree Golf Course Club house, 9101 N Thornydale Rd, Tucson, AZ. Refreshments in the clubhouse and some of his favorite foods will be available. Military honors to precede the celebration of life.