Jerry Dean “Dino” Ingram, 71, of Taylorsville, N.C., passed away on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, at Robbins Center-Caldwell Hospice in Hudson, N.C.

He was born September 21, 1953, in Alexander County, the son of the late George Haskel “Hack” Ingram and Edith Sawyer Ingram.

He was a mechanic for Carolina Tire, Sigmon Automotive and Hwy 90 Tire. He was a member of East Taylorsville Baptist Church. He was a prankster who enjoyed having fun. He liked to fish and tinker, and he was a tough old bird and a heck of a fighter that was very loyal to his family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Jason Ingram; his sisters, Phyllis Deal, Linda Barnes, Louise Loudermelk, and Nellie Minton; and brothers, James “Chaunce” Ingram and Raymond Ingram.

Those left to cherish and honor his memories include his wife of 53 years, Dian Garris Ingram of the home; his daughter, Staci Ingram (Raymond Weiler) of Taylorsville; his grandchildren, Kayla Ingram and Cody Clark; his brother, Wendell Ingram (Melody) of Hiddenite; his brother-in-law, JD Barnes; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family will receive friends from 2 until 3 p.m. on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at East Taylorsville Baptist Church with a Celebration of Life Service to follow at 3 p.m. Rev. Kevin White and Rev. Dwight Austin will officiate.

Memorials may be made to Finding Hope Ministries.

Condolences may be sent to www.adamsfunerals.com.

Adams Funeral Home and Cremation Services is honored to be serving the family of Jerry Dean “Dino” Ingram.