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Obituary For Sidney Dean Jernigan Sr.
Carter Funeral Home humbly announces the unexpected transition of Deacon Sidney Dean Jernigan, Sr. of Union Springs, Alabama on October 8, 2020.
The life of Sidney Dean Jernigan began on March 15, 1941. He was the fourth child born to Willie “Pop” and Ina Lou Jernigan in Union Springs, Alabama. The Lord called Sidney home for his eternal rest on October 8, 2020.
He confessed Christ at an early age and united with the Union Hill Baptist Church. Always one with the servant’s heart, Sidney was ordained as a Deacon at Union Hill. Later, he was selected as the Chairman of the Deacon’s Board, a position he served until his death.
A Faithful Servant
Sidney was always a man of the community and a true friend to anyone in need. Opening Jernigan Citgo in 1978, Sidney served his community for generations. Sidney was an Emergency Medical Technician with the Bullock County Ambulance Service for decades. He served for thirty years on the Union Springs Police Department, retiring in 2001 as Captain. Retaining his commitment to Law Enforcement, Sidney was also a member of the Bullock County Sheriff ’s Department where he was employed as a Security Officer for the Bullock County Courthouse. For years Sidney mentored several youth during his time as a Bus Driver for the Bullock County Public School System. Civic minded and committed, Sidney served as President of the Union Hill Home & Aide Society, Vice President of the Bullock County Voters League, and as the Bullock County Coroner. Elected to office of Coroner in 2006, Sidney was serving his fourth term at the time of his transition.
A Family’s Love Forever
Left to celebrate and cherish Sidney’s life and legacy are: his devoted wife of thirty-five years, Prophetess Catherine T. Jernigan; six children, Pastors Selena (Frank) Tull of Prosper, Texas, Gwendolyn (Theodore) Oliver of Union Springs, Alabama, Pastor Sidney (LuCrecia) Jernigan Jr. of Troy, Alabama, Joseph (Ella) Jernigan of Union Springs, Alabama, Linda (Ellis) Still of Suwanee, Georgia and Dwayne (Catrice) Kennebrew of Dacula, Georgia; twenty-three grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren, one sister, Ina Ruth Adams of Daytona Beach, Florida; three brothers, Willie James Jernigan, and Wilbert (Margaret) Jernigan all of Union Springs, Alabama and Dr. John Albert Jernigan, Montgomery, Alabama,; along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and loved ones.
Celebration of Life Services will be held Saturday, October 17, 2020 at 11:00 am from the Thornton - Foster Stadium of Bullock County High School, 911 Sardis Road, Union Springs, AL 36089.
Pastor Henry Streeter, of the Hayes Hill and New Mt Pleasant Baptist Churches will officiate all services.
The message of comfort and acceptance will be delivered by his pastor and son, Rev, Sidney Dean Jernigan, Jr.
Interment will follow in the Union Hill Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery.
Public visitation will be held Friday, October 16, 2020 from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home
All visitations and services will be conducted exercising prescribed social distancing protocols. Per an executive order of the Governor of Alabama, facial coverings are required for all attendees.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to support the Jernigan family with End Of Life Services.
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Add A CondolenceTo Sidney and the entire Jernigan Family, Our hearts are saddened by the passing of your loved one. He will be truly missed by so many. To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord. There's no better place to be. You are continuously in our prayers. We pray for God to give you strength and comfort during this time. Love, Antonio, Nicole and Angel. The Hamilton Family
To The Jernigan Family,Please receive our deepest condolences and we are keeping you all in our prayers.Much Love from Pastor Willie Banks,Jr.and The St.Paul Missionary Baptist Church Family(Arm- strong Community)Tuskegee,Alabama
Our loved one(my cousin) is now resting.May God give you all of the peace and strength to get through these difficult times.Let your memories bring you comfort as you remember all the good years.Continue to trust in God. Sending our love, Cousin Bettye Hodge McTier and Family
My condolences to the Jernigan family. A loving and caring family that do not meet strangers. Meet Sidney 2-3 years ago and it was as if I had known him for a life time. May you be comforted during this season of bereavement. Eudessa Reese Dexter Avenue King Memorial Baptist Church - Montgomery
Dear Family, may our condolences bring you comfort and our prayers ease the pain of your loss. We know God will give our beloved cousin, Sidney eternal rest. Know that you all will continue to be in our hearts and prayers.Taylor Hodge and Family and Rubye Hodge and Family.
As a member, and Mother, of the Word Church DFW, I would like to extend condolences to the Jernigan family and friends. The family can perhaps be comforted in knowing Selena Jernigan Tull represents her father with dignity, respect, and the love of God.
Family-praying you'll be comforted with precious memories of Sidney and God's presence to care for during this difficult time. Blessings, Huguley family
I want to thank Sydneys cgmhilfren share their dad with me. I loved him just like a father. Growing up he sure was a good role model to me and continued being like a family family membrr to my moma and all of my family.
U was the best god father anyone could have I will truly miss you. Nicky hughes
You will truly be miss you were always a big brother to me iam heart broken, blessings to the Jernigan family especially Joe and Sidney jr. Be blessed/ James. "O" ,Ebonee McCail
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Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home
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