Cartmill, 79, of Shawnee, Oklahoma, died at home on June 6, 2025, after a long battle with kidney failure. He is now at peace and reunited with his beloved wife, Nila.
Jerry was born March 21, 1946, in Goose Creek, Texas, to Lucille Mars Cartmill and Obie Cartmill. His family moved to Farmersville, Texas, when he was 2 years old to open a dairy farm.
He married the love of his life, Nila June Cartmill, on Aug. 28, 1979. They were married for 46 years. Nila preceded him in death on Sept. 30, 2024. He was also preceded in death by his parents and his oldest brother, John Cartmill.
Jerry is survived by his daughter, Fallon Gail Temple, and her husband, Maxey, of Shawnee, Oklahoma; son, Jerry Earl Cartmill, and wife, Tracy, of Oklahoma; and stepson, Diron Hill, and wife, Holly, of New Mexico. He was a devoted grandfather to Jerry Earl Jr. Cartmill, Jacy Cartmill, Patrick Cole and wife Madison of Kentucky, Caden Cartmill of Oklahoma, and Haidyn Hill. He also leaves behind three great-grandchildren.
He is also survived by his brothers: Obie Cartmill and wife Donna of Princeton, Texas; Gerald Cartmill of Roxton, Texas; and James Cartmill and wife Susan of Flower Mound, Texas. He was a beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Jerry never met a stranger and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of life will be held at noon Saturday, Sept. 20, 2025, at Lakeland Park Pavilion in Farmersville, Texas. Friends and family are invited to gather, share stories, and honor Jerry’s love of fishing. Casual attire is encouraged—fishing gear or camo welcome. A barbecue will be held, and guests are invited to bring a favorite side dish or dessert, along with drinks and chairs.
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