Jerry Lynn Vaught

Jerry Lynn Vaught age 76 of Knoxville, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025.   He was a member of Victory Baptist Church.  He was retired as the shipping foreman at Plasti Line and previous employed by Marmon Trans Automotive.  He was a dedicated fan and supporter of the  University of Tennessee Athletics.  He was a proud U.S. Army Veteran serving during the Vietnam War.  Preceded in death by parents, Christine and Joe Vaught; brother, Joe Vaught; sisters, Anna and Darlene.  Survivors wife of 46 years, Shirley J. Vaught; daughter, Andi (Doug) Powell; sons, Nick (Melani) Vaught, and Chris Vaught; grandchildren, Shade Powell, Staley and Cale Vaught, and Nora Vaught; sisters, Brenda (Joe) Johnson and Sandra Vaught; brothers, Gary Vaught and Tim (Sharon) Vaught; Several nieces and nephews.  Family and friends will meet 12:15 p.m. Thursday, September 11, 2025 at East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery (John Sevier) for a 12:30 p.m. committal service, Bishop Billy McCool officiating with full military honors provided by the East Tennessee State Veterans Honor Guard.  Condolences may be left at www.mynattfh.com.