Gerry Lewis Gentry

Gerry Lewis Gentry, 87, passed away on October 30, 2026, at Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC.

She was born on February 24, 1939, in Yadkin County, NC, to H.W. and Vermell Taylor Lewis. Gerry graduated from Jonesville High School in Yadkinville, NC, and worked as a dental hygienist for many years. Gerry and her husband, George, lived in Pfafftown, NC, for 41 years. Gerry was a long-time member of Calvary Baptist Church in Winston-Salem, NC.

In addition to her parents, Gerry was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Christy D. Gentry; sisters, Carrie L. Horner, Jo Ann Ireland; brother, Frank Lewis; and aunt, Ethel B. Taylor. She is survived by her loving husband, George E. Gentry, Sr.; daughters, Lesia L. Howell (Danny), Cappi L. Shelton (Chris); stepson, George E. Gentry, Jr. (Cindy); granddaughter, Cassie Roberts (Matt); grandson, Ben Shelton (Alisha); great-granddaughters, Olyvia Roberts, Elizabeth Roberts, Layla Joyce, Stella Shelton; and much-anticipated great-grandson, Case Harmon, who is due next month.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel, officiated by Rev. John Bishop.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Old Town Baptist Church, 4386 Shattalon Dr, Winston-Salem, NC 27106.

Hayworth-Miller Silas Creek Chapel is respectfully serving the family.