Jerry "Big Daddy" Metcalf

of Lake Jackson, TX

June 21, 1953 - May 9, 2020


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Jerry Metcalf Sr. age 66, of Lake Jackson, Texas passed away on May 9th, 2020. Jerry, also known as, "Big Daddy," was born June 21st, 1953, in Gilmer, TX and moved shortly after to Thibodaux, LA. He spent most of his youth there, fishing and growing up in the swamps, as he loved to call it. When he was about 15 years old, his family moved back to Freeport, TX, where he graduated from Brazosport High School in 1971. Jerry was well known throughout the community for his years working for Weingarten Grocery Store, as well as being the Field Sales Manager of Champion Beers, and his time working at Wholesale Electric Supply. Jerry spent almost all of his free time playing softball around Texas with many people from high school and around Brazoria County. If you didn't find him on a softball field, he was sure to be saltwater fishing or hunting all over the state. He was a member of the Freeport Jaycees for many years during the late 80's and early 90's. He forever remembered and enjoyed his times helping with the Fishing Fiesta and being out in the community, he loved so much. Everyone that knew Jerry, knew that his main goal was to make everyone smile. Whether it was telling funny stories, making up goofy words, or pulling jokes on everyone, he was sure to leave his mark!

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents Sim A. and Jessie Mae Metcalf, and his brother Sim A. Metcalf Jr.

He is survived by his children Lindsey and Sean Simmons, Jerry Jr. and Katie Metcalf, Justin Metcalf, and Harley and Nathan Wilson. His Grandchildren include Kristofer, Taylor, Travis, Kenzi, and Bryce Simmons. Avery, Paige, and Dylan Metcalf. Oliver and Freya Wilson.

Pallbearers include, Terry Jeffers, Wesley Wilson, John Harlen, Tobey Simmons, Tim Lindsey, and Sean Simmons.

Honorary Pallbearers include his longtime softball friends and neighbors Mickey Lester, Tim Vern, Mike Waguespack, Joey Goens, and Allen Rogers.

Funeral Services will be held at Lakewood Funeral Chapel on Thursday, May 14th, 2020. Due to the current restrictions, the services will be for family only.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be sent to the Pancreatic Cancer Society in Honor of Jerry Metcalf Sr. to further help research at pancan.org/donate.




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34 Condolence(s)
Kathy Varnado
Freeport, TX
Saturday, June 27, 2020

Oh Jerry-- I've been ill & had no idea you went to Jesus' open arms. We wrk'd together for many years @ Weingarten's & of course we all knew you @ other stores for outside sales. You were always such a nice person & ALWAYS had a brilliant smile for everyone. This is so sad & you will certianly be missed. I looked through your FB pics & you had a wonderful family. God Bless You All. See you in Heaven Jerry !!

Teresa TREADWELL Hanson
Pearland, TX
Sunday, May 24, 2020

So sorry to hear of your passing. Blessings to your family and friends. May you Rest In Peace..

Cesear Johnsron
Gilmer, TX
Thursday, May 14, 2020

Dear Jerry I wish so much that I could be there. I love you so much. Pray for your family I know the loss that they are going to have without you and your humor. Life is interesting sometimes and I have always loved you dearly as my brother. No one could ask for a better friend, brother. I am so proud of you and your super wonderful family. I know you were happy now without all the pain and you were there with so many of your loved ones. We will all see you soon but in the meantime we miss you. But we all have such wonderful memories, this will be our comfort With you being Gone. I'm going to pretend that you're hunting or fishing with something great that you enjoy doing. We have a special bond and I love you for it.

Butch Murrell
Lake Jackson, TX
Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Jerry your dad left a huge legacy for the community to remember him by with so many people he left a warm relationship with in his life. He is already missed and will be missed by many! Prayers for the family going forward.

gary lindsey
Tyler, TX
Wednesday, May 13, 2020

Rest easy big guy, we know this was tough on you and your family, you are at peace now. love you cuz.

Larry Cloud
Deer Park, TX
Wednesday, May 13, 2020

I am sadden to hear about Jerry's passing. Jerry and I go back to high school days. Some of my best memories of us was when we were playing tackle football on some field in Jones Creek and being his teammate on many softball teams together for many years. He always lightened up the room with his great personality and he never meet a stranger. Our condolences go out to all the family and friends, we are all hurting in our own way. Jerry touched a lot of people in his life and I'm sure all would love to attend the service to comfort the family and friends but we understand the limitations. I pray that this message conveys our Love for Jerry and his family. I will cherish my great memories of our time together.

AL & Doddie Kirschner
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

R.I.P. Jerry

Stephen Kovacs
Freeport, TX
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Prayers for all family and friends!!

David Howarth
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

I am very sorry for your loss. Jerry was a very good man. He will be missed. The entire Brazosport area lost a good man. Condolences.
David

Mitzy Rogers
Lake Jackson, TX
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Jerry was definitely a one of a kind! Our friendship was short lived, but will never be forgotten! My prayers go out to his family during this time of loss of a wonderful man!😍 RIP

Dave & Vicki Rucker
Chandler, TX
Tuesday, May 12, 2020

Sorry for your loss

Colby& Patty Cryan
Brazoria, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Jerry we had the chance to get together a number of times and always enjoyed it. I know you are in a better place now and know you will be watching all your family and friends. I pray for you and your family!!!
Much love and prayers
Colby & Patty

Tim Dorsey
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

I'm so sorry for your loss. Love you guys!

Karen Tousek
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

My condolences, Jerry will definitely be missed by a lot of people!!! He had lots of family, and many more extended family as well... Prayers for y'all in this time of sorrow!!!

Jim/Terry Boeck
New Braunfels, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Praying for the family

Pat. Vern
, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Jerry we all miss you so much and I realize your battle is over. You have touch so many people and your family are a living testament of how you were by the way they were raised.
RIP Jerry and will hope to see you playing on the baseball in the sky.

Francisco Arredondo
Mission, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Our deepest condolences and prayers to you and family.

Barbara Vern
Freeport, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Sending thoughts and prayers to your family! Jerry was a great guy and he will he be greatly missed! May he RIP and be free from pain! God Bless each of you !🙏

Rory Gainous
La Vernia, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

He was a great man who could make anyone smile, no matter the kind of day you were having. He will be missed. Love y'all

Andria Joiner
Pleasant Grove, UT
Monday, May 11, 2020

Jerry was a dear person loved by all my thoughts and prayers are with you the family please know he was a good friend to all and he will be truly missed.

Howard and alexxis and bentlee
Brazoria, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

May you rest in peace and ahte to see you go so soon. You were one heck of a guy, a dad father and grandpa and great grandpa. Atill we meet again

Wayne Cato
Angleton, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Rest In Peace my brother. 1971 Exporter for ever. What great times we all had on the Wholesale Electric Colts . You will always be remembered.

Kirk and Vanessa Blandford
Lavernia, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

You always left a smile on our face!

Steve and Debbie Camfield
Wolfe City, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Love and miss you Jer. RIP my friend.

Tracy Childress Albrecht
New Braunfels, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

I love you Uncle Jerry and I will miss you forever !xoxo

Todd Rodrigue
Houston, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

My condolences to your family and friends. Big Jerry was always a great man and will forever be remembered by all who knew him. I pray for your family in this time of sorrow.
Always a Friend, Todd.

Mary June
Pearland, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

My prayers and love is with you all. I'm honored your dad was my friend. I'll miss him, his laughter and his kind heart. Prayers and hugs to you all. RIP Jerry, love you.

Todd Rodrigue
Houston, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

My condolences to your family and friends. Big Jerry was always a great man and will forever be remembered by all who knew him. I pray for your family in this time of sorrow.
Always a Friend, Todd.

Willie smith
Gatesville, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

I knew jerry from coca cola and the years he play adult sofrball for me at welch park in angleton texas. I visited him at athe brazoria co. Fair every year and talk for a while. I will miss seeing and talking to him. To. Linsey and all the family i an sorry for your loss and he will be missed.

Danny hivkey
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Many great memories... Rest In Peace

Amber Guerrero
Lake Jackson, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

It was an honor and such a pleasure I got to know him. His daughter and I were best friends for some time when we were younger. Her family was like mine. He was always making jokes, making us laugh, and there was never a dull moment around. Truly he will be missed. Blessings to the family with all my love and support.

Val and Annette Medina
Brazoria, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

Jerry was definitely one of a kind. He will be missed dearly.

Lisa Grimes
Brazoria, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

I think back to when I first meet Jerry. He was so funny. I was the babysitter. Through the years of knowing him. Every time I seen Jerry, there was alway laughter. He will be missed very much.

Susan Neill
Stockdale, TX
Monday, May 11, 2020

You all are in my thoughts and prayers.