Jerry Wayne "Pee Wee" King

Jerry Wayne “Pee Wee” King of Pulaski, TN passed away on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at Countryside Health and Rehab in Lawrenceburg, TN. Jerry was born on September 27, 1954 in Pulaski, TN and was 71 years old. Pee Wee was a loving father, grandfather, and brother.  He had never met a stranger.  Pee Wee was a truck driver for all of his life, as a bull hauler and logger. He loved his family and enjoyed spending time with them.  

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Jerry was preceded in death by, his parents, Thomas and Mildred King Sr., brother, Ronnie King, Son, Jeremy “Bobo” King, Grandson, William Oben Smith Jr., Nephew, Nick King, and Brother-in-law, Steve Newton.

He is survived by,
His wife, Zela King of Monteagle, Tn
Daughter, Dawn (Will) Smith of Pulaski, TN
Grandchildren, Dakota and Malia Smith, Andy Ferguson, and Montana King
Great grandchild, Nova Jean Ferguson
Brothers, Fagan (Frances) King of Pulaski, TN
Wayne (Angie) King of Prospect, TN
Sisters, Annie Faye McDougal of Columbia, TN
Dot Newton of Pulaski, TN
Several nieces and nephews also survive. 

Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements for Jerry King.