Saline River Chronicle

Jerry D. Burks, 1938-2022

Jerry D.  Burks, 84 of Warren, died Wednesday, November 2, 2022 in Warren, AR. The son of Preston Thomas & Virginia Carruth Burks, he was born on October 1, 1938 in Bradley County.  Jerry was a faithful member of Warren First Assembly of God. Jerry shared lots of cherished memories with his friend and Pastor Jim Bales.   He was an avid Razorback fan and loved watching sports with his family.   He was a member of Lodge 69 of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers, working as a boilermaker for 35 years. 

He was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Daniel T. Burks; and his son, James “Jay” P.  Burks.

He is survived by his wife, Virginia L. Burks, son, Jerry “Tony” Burks and wife Connie.  Brother-in-laws Rickey (Anne) Loomis, Jeff (Jenn) Loomis; sister-in-law Jennifer (Danny) Curry, four grandchildren, two great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.  His sweet fur babies Chance and B.J.  

Visitation was held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2022 at Frazer’s Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to First Assembly of God, 1219 N. Myrtle, Warren, AR, 71761.  Donations can be made online at warrenfirstassembly.org All arrangements are by Frazer’s Funeral Home.

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