Kyker – Jerry Pevey Renfroe
Sunrise: April 4th, 1955– Sunset: May 8th, 2025
Firefighter, sound guy, stubborn legend
Jerry Pevey Renfroe, former Fire Prevention Chief of Jefferson Parish and part-time sound wizard (and full-time contrarian), has finally stopped arguing with everyone including gravity.
Known for a booming voice, an even louder laugh, and the kind of dark sense of humor that made every day memorable. Jerry lived life the way he wanted: loud, stubborn, and slightly covered in ash or audio cables. Whether he was explaining how to properly operate a fire extinguisher (even though he could never himself) or setting up a mic stand like it was a national security issue, Jerry did it with passion and absolutely no regard for your opinion if it didn’t match his.
He leaves behind family, friends, and at least 2 rooms of outdated sound equipment that is obviously still up to date. His greatest hits include decades of public service, thousands of bad jokes, and never once admitting he was wrong (even when presented with undeniable proof, like video footage or sworn affidavits).
He is preceded in death by common sense, political correctness, and any remote that didn’t work immediately. He will be missed, remembered, and quoted endlessly often followed by the phrase, “You know what Jerry would’ve said…”
In lieu of flowers, just say something sarcastic and roll your eyes dramatically. He’d appreciate that more.
Jerry was loved by so many. He will be missed and remembered!