Mr. Gerald Anthony Padgett, 57, began this earthly journey August 3, 1963. On December 9, 2021 Gerald departed this life peacefully at his residence. He was the 3rd child born to the late Ernestine Tucker Padgett and James Edward Padgett in High Point, NC. He was also preceded in death by one sister, Karen Padgett.

He was educated in the Guilford County School System and graduated from Southwest High School Class of 1983 and furthered his education at Winston Salem State University.

Gerald’s first Christian experience was at Temple Memorial Baptist Church under the leadership of Pastor L.L. Macon. His inner strength was unparalleled, and his personality was contagious. To know him was to truly love him. He looked forward to football on Sunday’s, and his favorite team was The Carolina Panthers.

Surviving to cherish precious memoires are his father, James Edward Padgett of the home; one brother, Tony Maurice Padgett and one nephew, Tony (TJ), Jr., both of Humble, TX; one aunt, Gloria Y. Strickland of High Point, NC; two uncles, Lawrence (Rachel) Tucker of High Point, NC and Julius Tucker of Greensboro, NC; and a host of cousins and friends. He also shared a very special bond with is crew, Billy McDonald, Donald Ray Martin, Kevin Skeen and Todd Albea. We will miss him and shall cherish so many precious memories.

Funeral service will be held Thursday, December 16, 2021 at 12:30 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel. The family will receive friends at the chapel from 12:00 p.m. until 12:30 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.