Jerry Ost's Obituary
Jerry Ost age 96 of Memphis, Tennessee passed away on May 25, 2026.
He was born on January 3, 1930 in Memphis, Tennessee to the late Louis George Ost, Sr. and Myrtle Stewart Ost.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 25 years, Billie Jean Spence Ost.
Jerry was a passionate car, motorcycle, and boat enthusiast who found great joy in working with his hands. He had a true talent for building and creating—whether it was a project for his home, improving a vehicle, or taking on something as ambitious as constructing boats, houses, and the cherished family cabin at Pickwick Lake.
He especially loved traveling, with a deep appreciation for time spent in the mountains, where he found both peace and adventure.
Above all, Jerry was devoted to his family, taking great pride in the life he built with them and the memories they shared.
Jerry proudly served as a veteran of the Air Force Air National Guard, specializing in airplane mechanics. His strong work ethic and skill carried over into his professional life, where he spent over 40 years as an engineer designing irrigation pumps.
He is survived by his daughter Lisa Baxter (Emma) of Byhalia, Mississippi; two sons, Malcolm Ost (Robin) of Haynesville, North Carolina and Stephen Ost (Jen) of Hendersonville, Tennessee. Other surviving family include three grandchildren, Brandi Williford, Jessica Green and Natalie Green Bell and four great grandchildren, Zachary, Anyah, Braylan and Karsyn.
Graveside Service for Jerry will be held on Friday, May 29, 2026 at 2:00pm at Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive family and friends for visitation an hour prior to the services beginning at 1:00pm.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Avenue, Memphis, Tennessee 38119 (901) 767-8930. “Where Memphis comes to remember, since 1924.”
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