Sherman, Texas -- Jerry Lynn Pike, 68, passed away August 13, 2016 at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. A memorial service will be held 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 19, 2016 at Waldo Funeral Home in Sherman. Rev. Alan Mattingly will officiate.
Jerry was born March 31, 1948 in Olney, TX, to the late Fred Pike and Ella (Phelps) Pike. Jerry married Laura (Shrum) Keen on August 10, 2001 in Las Vegas, NV. Jerry graduated from University of North Texas University. He taught jr. high at Callisburg, Texas early in his career and went on to work in social services in the fields of youth and geriatrics.
Jerry enjoyed playing golf, watching the Dallas Cowboys and the Texas Rangers. He loved horse racing and gaming. One of his favorite memories was getting the opportunity to shake hands with former Governor Mike Huckabee of Arkansas. In his free time, Jerry liked to read sports biographies.
Jerry Lynn Pike is survived by his wife, Laura Jane Pike of Sherman; stepson, John Keen and wife Amy of Savoy, Texas; stepdaughter, Kim Banks and husband Jason of Bonham, Texas; brother, Freddie Pike and wife Joyce of Tucson, Arizona; niece, Lisa Echols and husband Steve of Carrolton, Texas; grandchildren, Taylor and Cole Keen of Savoy, Texas and Hunter and Emily Banks of Bonham, Texas; great-nephew, Cade Waite; and many other extended family members.
The online register can be signed at www.waldofuneralhome.com