Jerry Wayne Demastus

Jerry Wayne Demastus, 79, of Lititz (formerly of Mount Joy), passed away peacefully on November 13, 2026, after a long, courageous battle with cancer. Born in Waynesboro, VA, he was the son of the late Gordon Austin and Mattie (Hatter) Demastus.

Jerry's faith was of paramount importance to him. He loved spending time outdoors, time spent at OBX with family, tinkering in his garden, and just sitting on the porch with a cup of coffee. Jerry enjoyed listening to bluegrass and country music and was an avid Redskins and Braves fan.

He was a graduate of Wilson Memorial High School and Eastern Mennonite University. Jerry spent a meaningful time in Atlanta with Voluntary Service through Eastern Mennonite Board of Missions, and then transitioned to a job at the mission board in Salunga, PA. He spent most of his career in accounting at Goodville Mutual Casualty Company and Donegal Insurance. He made many treasured friendships with coworkers along the way. For retirement, he bought a convertible Mustang and loved to take drives with the top down. Jerry will be remembered for his love for his family as well as his outgoing and stubborn personality, which helped him beat the odds with many health challenges.

Jerry is survived by his children: Melanie Miller, Derek Demastus and wife Loni, and Laura Demastus; 5 grandchildren: Jackson, Madelyn, Genesis, Owen, and Lucia; sister Brenda Yingling (Dave); a special aunt who he considered more like a sister, Susie Bridge; and other extended family members. In addition to his parents, Jerry was preceded in death by brother Gary Demastus, nephew Bradley Demastus, and son-in-law Scott Miller.

A public memorial service will not be held per Jerry's request. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Jerry's name to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604.