Jerry Glen Weeks was born in Goldonna, Louisiana on Thursday, July 6, 1939, and passed from this life on Monday, April 27, 2026, at 86 years of age.
Jerry was a man who loved deeply and lived fully. He devoted more than 65 years to the lumber industry, where his strong work ethic, attention to detail, and persistence earned him the respect and admiration of colleagues and clients alike. He was not only a successful businessman but also a trusted friend to many within the industry.
Long before the age of social media, Jerry had a gift for staying connected. With a simple phone call, he kept close ties with friends, family, and clients, reaching out well before emails and text messages became commonplace. He spoke his mind with honesty and stood firmly behind his words, a reflection of his integrity and character. His regular calls, often just to check in or offer a kind word, became a cherished part of many lives. In recent months, those familiar conversations have been deeply missed, a quiet yet powerful reminder of the genuine care and love he shared so generously with others.
Above all, Jerry received his greatest joy and gratification from his family. He treasured his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, each of whom brought pleasure and happiness to his life. He was always more than willing to inform you of their hard work and accomplishments if you had time to listen.
A man of faith, Jerry was a member of New Chapel Hill Baptist Church, where he loved his church family and served his Lord and Savior with faithfulness.
Jerry is survived by his son, Greg Weeks and wife Rhonda of Austin, Texas; three grandchildren, Christopher Weeks and wife Tiffany of Austin, Texas; Haley Dever and husband Zack of Truckee, California; and Hannah Schulman of Dallas, Texas; and his beloved great-grandchildren, Piper and Paysen Weeks, Remy and Georgia Dever, and Logan and Lennon Schulman. He is also survived by his sister, Karen Shirley and husband Kevin, of Winnfield, Louisiana; along with a host of nieces and nephews who loved him dearly.
He was preceded in death by his son, Randy Weeks; grandson, Brian Weeks; his parents, Delton and Grace Taylor Weeks; and his brothers, Eugene Weeks and Ray Weeks.
The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the management and staff of The Haven at San Gabriel, as well as Matthew Smith and the staff of Serenity Hospice, for the compassionate and excellent care during his stay.
A service celebrating Jerry’s life will be held at Kilpatrick Funeral Home Chapel, 209 North Bonner St., Ruston, LA, Sunday, May 3, 2026, at 2:00pm, in Ruston, Louisiana, with Dr. Clovis Sturdivant officiating. Friends may visit with the family from 12:30pm until time of service. Interment will follow at Cook Cemetery in Ruston under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston.
Serving as pallbearers are Christopher Weeks, Greg Weeks, Kevin Shirley, Stedman Weeks, Kale Shirley, and Vernon Weeks.
