Jerry, Gerald A. Whisman, 82 of Knoxville, TN passed away at his home after a short illness. He was born on February 19,1942 to Pete and Ella Mae Whisman. He was retired from the U.S. Postal Service. Jerry had many friends at the Waffle House on Cedar Bluff, and if you were fortunate enough to know Jerry you were probably known as “Bubba”! Jerry is preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Brenda Massengill Whisman, and his parents, Pete and Ella Mae Whisman. Jerry is survived by his son; David (Lori) Whisman; Brother-n-law, Mike Massengill (Dawn) and niece Katie Pierce; nephew James Wells; granddaughter, Ashley and 3 great granddaughters: Gracie, Hope and Millie; one surviving brother, Paul (Shirley) Whisman, and many loving cousins. Graveside service to be held at Berry Highland Memorial Cemetery 3:00 pm November 26th. McCarty Funeral Directors in charge of arrangements.