John Robert Deyton Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 11, 2026, at the age of 82, John Robert Deyton of Cantonment, Florida, born in Rutherfordton, North Carolina passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may John Robert find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Eugene Deyton and Maudleen Deyton; his wife Priscilla Brown Deyton; and his brother Max Deyton. He is survived by: his children, Christopher Deyton of Pensacola, Florida and Holly Hicks of Pensacola, Florida; and his siblings, Pat Hammett of Mooresboro, Dianne Crow of Forest City, Keith Deyton of Mooresboro and Bill Deyton of Pensacola, Florida. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.
