Jerry Mason Gauldin

Jerry Mason Gauldin, 76, formerly of Collinsville passed away Saturday, September 21st at home with his family.  He was born December 24, 1942 in Martinsville, VA to the late Albert and Ada Stow Gauldin.  In addition to his parents, he was pre-deceased by his sister, Gwen Stone.  He was of the Baptist faith, and attended Fontaine Baptist Church in Ridgeway growing up just down the street from the church.  Most of his career was spent in insurance sales.
Surviving are his wife of 56 years, Peggy Gauldin; daughter, Regina (Bobby) Bishop of Roanoke; grandsons, Justin (Megan) Bishop of Lynchburg, Josh (Morgan) Bishop of Roanoke; granddaughters, Liyang, Alyssa, Allie and Emma Bishop, all of Roanoke; great grandchildren, Lennon and Nixon Bishop of Lynchburg, and Zane and Dylan Bishop of Roanoke.
A memorial service will be held on 2 p.m. Thursday, September 26, 2019 at Fontaine Baptist Church in Ridgeway, VA. with Pastor Merle D. Brown officiating.  The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.  Arrangements by Simpson Funeral Home and Crematory.  540-366-0707