Jerry Donald Whitt, Jr.

Jerry Donald Whitt, Jr. was born on February 7, 1969, in Pascagoula, Mississippi. He
passed on July 25, 2025, after living a life that defied expectations and inspired those
who knew him. Don attended Giles County High School and went on to study at CAD
school, where he pursued his passion for design and mechanics. He was preceded in
death by his parents, Jerry and Martha Whitt, and is survived by his sister Katie Whitt
Dunn and three nieces, Kathleen Dunn Spurgeon, Alexandra Dunn, and Anne-Marie
Dunn. He spent his entire life defying all odds, a walking miracle, who could do
anything he set his mind to. Even though doctors gave him a limited prognosis at
birth, Don surpassed all expectations, facing every challenge with strength,
determination, and an unshakable spirit. A lifelong fan of NASCAR and Alabama
football, Don’s passion for racing extended beyond the television screen - he was
deeply involved in ARCA racing and cherished every moment in the pits alongside
fellow racing enthusiasts. He also spent numerous years working in the automotive
industry. Whether working for his favorite drivers, cheering them on in the stands, or
sharing stories with friends and family, Don lived each day with heart and humor. Don
will be remembered for his resilience, his love of life, and his loyalty to the things and
people he loved most. He taught us what it means to keep going, even when the odds
are stacked high. He is already deeply missed.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 2nd , 2025 at First Baptist Church, Pulaski,
Tennessee, at 2 o’clock. Funeral to follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests
donations in his memory to First Baptist Church, Pulaski, Tennessee.
Bennett-May & Pierce Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of the arrangements
for Jerry Donald Whitt, Jr.