PORTER- Rev. Jerrold H Root, Sr., age 87, passed away on October 13, 2022, peacefully with his wife Mary L. Root by his side. Jerrold was born in Corning, New York on November 13, 1934, he was the son of the late Francis and Helen Root. After graduating from Bradford Central School in 1953 he went on to pursue a bachelor's degree from Cedarville College in 1959, after his graduation he went on to pursue a career in teaching and sharing the word of God and as a preacher. He was a pastor for Calvary Bible and South Parsonsfield Baptist church for over 40 years. Jerrold married the love of his life Mary L. Short, shortly after his college graduation and they were married for 62 years. He enjoyed serving the Lord, and spending time with his beloved family, he also enjoyed painting and fishing. Jerrold was survived by his beloved wife Mary L. (Short) Root; his children Jerrold H. Root (Jr), Joseph P. Root, and James F. Root; and Brother- Wayne F. Root. He was also survived by Four grandchildren; Joshua Root, David, Kim, Jimmy, and also two Great grandchildren Trinity and Christopher Root.
Visitation will be held on Friday, Oct. 21 from 1 -2 PM, followed by a 2 PM funeral service at the Poitras, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple St., Cornish. Burial will follow at Stanley Cemetery in South Hiram.