Jerry Byrd Hanes

Published 11:19 am Tuesday, January 14, 2025

Mr. Jerry Byrd Hanes, 86, of Bear Creek Church Road, Mocksville, passed away Friday, Jan. 10, 2025 at the Veterans Administration Hospice Center in Salisbury. He was a faithful Christian man who loved his wife, family, and country.
He was born on Aug. 26, 1938 in Davie County to the late John and Jennie Smith Hanes of Mocksville.
He was a member of Bear Creek Baptist Church and served as treasurer for many years. His military career consisted of 27 years of service with several units including the 101st Airborne, 82nd Airborne, 5th Group Special Forces, and the elite MACVSOG commando unit. He served in combat during several tours in Vietnam and ended his career as Sergeant Major.
After retirement from the military, he returned to Davie County to live the remainder of his life. He finished his working career at Baker Furniture and retired at home enjoying his final years with his faithful wife.
He received many medals and awards for his service including the Combat Infantryman Badge, a Presidential Unit Citation, a Bronze Star for Valor, 4 additional Bronze Stars, the Vietnamese Cross of Gallantry, 2 Meritorious Service Medals, 2 Civil Actions Honor Medals, and the Army Commendation Medal.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by: a sister, Susan Giles; and a brother, Carroll Hanes.
Survivors include: his wife of almost 40 years, Wilma B. Hanes; 7 children, Richard Hanes (Laura), Tham Hanes (Chelsea), John Hanes (Zuzana), Lynna Cirillo (Carl), Gary Snow (Judy), Ken Snow (Robin), and Jimmy Snow (Elaine); 13 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; one great great grandchild; a sister, Veronica Hanes; and a brother, Randy Hanes.
A funeral service will be conducted at 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18 at Bear Creek Baptist Church with Mr. Jimmy Hyde officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery with military honors conducted by the U.S. Army. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorials may be considered for: Bear Creek Baptist, 492 Bear Creek Church Road, Mocksville, NC 27028.
Online condolences: www.eatonfuneralservice.com.