Jerry Donald Elam Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jerry Donald Elam of Duncanville, Alabama, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 17, 2026 at the age of 83. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Amos Elam and Rae Elam; his sons, Donald and Dennis Elam; his foster daughter Deborah Cash; and his granddaughter Teresa Lynn Cash.
He is survived by: his wife Janice Steele Elam of Duncanville; his children, Dale Elam (Theresa) of Northport, David Elam (Wendy) of Cottondale and Dawne Taylor (Terry) of Cottondale; his siblings, Kay Davis (Art) of Fayetteville, AR, Sarah Paul (Larry) of Maryville, TN, Peggy Junkin (James) of Gordo, Amos Elam (GB) of Gardendale, Joe Elam (Jan) of Duncanville and Dan Elam (Marilyn) of Auburn; his daughter-in-law Doris Golden of Tuscaloosa; and his grandchildren, Nick Elam (Sarah), Katelyn Brooks (Paul), Danielle Daniels (Derek), Hayley Elam, Hannah Golden and Trey Cash. He is also survived by four great-grandchildren; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In Lieu of Flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Pleasant Hill Cemetery Fund: 2827 Ingate Pass Centreville, AL 35042.
