Jerry Reid Rash Sr., 80, of Olin, N.C., passed away Tuesday, April 1, 2025, at the Gordon Hospice House following an extended illness. Jerry was born in Iredell County on August 8, 1944, to the late George Reid Rash and Nola Madolyn Walker Rash. He was a third-generation farmer.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Donald Lee Rash; and former wife and lifelong friend Doris Rash.

Survivors include two sons, Jerry Reid Rash Jr. and wife Hollie of Olin and Jamie Lynn Rash and wife Aimee of Olin; and two daughters, Lisa Rash Reed and husband John of Olin and Brooke Gaither and husband Eddie of Harmony.

He was a proud grandfather and great-grandfather to several grandchildren.

A graveside service will be conducted Thursday, April 10, 2025, at 6 p.m. at Olin Cemetery. Pastor Randy Goodin will officiate.

Chapman Funeral Home is serving the Rash family.