David Edward Jernigan Obituary

David Edward Jernigan in Wauchula, Florida passed away on October 3, 2026. David, born on January 5, 1958, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

David will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew David will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. David’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Edward Jernigan and Mildred Williams Jernigan. He is survived by: his close friend Jenny Dickey Jernigan; his daughters, Lydia Jernigan (William Moore) of Lake Wales, Daffney Jernigan of Indiana, Bethany Barnett (Dustin Mosser) of Sebring, Cassidy Abbott (William) of Sebring, Cameron Caudill (Kaley) of Winter Haven, Haylee Gigilotti (Jordan) of Myakka City and Shelby Albritton of Wauchula, Florida; and his stepson Colton Albritton of North Port, Florida.. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren.