Jerry Edward Bennie, age 57, of McCaysville, passed away on Sunday, August 27, 2017 in Blue Ridge. Born on November 8, 1959 in Copperhill, TN, he was the son of the late Ralph Edward Bennie and Margaret Louise Goss.

He is survived by brother and sister-in-law, Thomas and Roberta Bennie of McCaysville, three nieces, two nephews, and a host of other relatives and friends.

The family will visit with friends at Akins Funeral Home of Copperhill on Tuesday afternoon, August 29 from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.akinsfuneralhome.com. Akins Funeral Home of Copperhill is in charge of the arrangements.