Rev. Jerry F. Gamble, 82, of Morganton, NC, went home to see his Savior whom he served so faithfully on Wednesday, July 19, 2023.
Born in Cleveland County, NC on June 21, 1941, he was the son of the late John Frank Gamble and Minnie Davis Gamble.
Pastor Gamble’s greatest passion was preaching the glorious gospel of Jesus Christ, which he did for 65 years. He was privileged to serve five churches as pastor, but had a special bond with the people of Mount Home Baptist Church where he served for 52 years. Pastor Gamble was a mentor and role model for many. He was honored to serve on the Board of Associates of Gardner-Webb University, his alma mater. He also served a term on the Nominating Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention and served two terms on the General Board of the North Carolina Baptist State Convention. He was active in the Catawba River Baptist Association and served several terms as moderator. His legacy will live on for years to come.
Rev. Gamble is survived by his wife of 62 years, Shirley Hamilton Gamble; children, Joy Gamble Kurtz and husband, Chris, and John David Gamble and wife, April Clontz Gamble; grandchildren, Anna Grace Kurtz and John Grant Gamble; a sister, Lucy Gamble Brown, and her daughters Jean Brown Powell and Patricia Ann Brown.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, July 22, 2023 and from 2 to 4 p.m., Sunday, July 23, 2023 at Mount Home Baptist Church. The celebration of his life will be held at 4 p.m., Sunday at Mount Home Baptist Church. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Mount Home Baptist Church, 2272 Mount Home Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Dear Shirley and Family, Jerry was one of the best men and best pastors we have ever known. He taught us many things through the years and we will be forever grateful. His humble spirit always blessed and touched our lives. Tanya and I are praying for all of you and for Mount Home. May God comfort you all with His peace, strength, and grace. We love you.
Preacher Gamble was one of a kind. He baptized my son and husband around 1990. Then, he married our son in 2018. A part of me is sad knowing he is not here on earth. But I'm overjoyed that Preacher Gamble is waking with Jesus. I know he's happy. Our prayers go out to Shirley and his family. We love you preacher Gamble. Have a glorious time in Heaven.