John T. DeJarnette Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to John T. DeJarnette Jr. of Columbus, Indiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 9, 2026 at the age of 86. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John T. DeJarnette Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John T. DeJarnette Sr. and Regina Askins DeJarnette; his wife Deborah DeJarnette; and his brother James DeJarnette. He is survived by: his children, Susan Schwartz of Owensboro, KY, Johnny DeJarnette (Davida) of Owensboro, KY, Chanel Gross (Dave) of Columbus, IN and Glenn DeJarnette (Jenny) of Columbus, IN; his sisters, Carolyn Mattingly of Columbus, IN and Mary Ann Skene (Chris) of Hudson, FL; his grandchildren, Sydney Thompson (Scott), Derek Gross (Julie), Haydon Johnson (Alex), Caitlyn Duke (Dane), Brooke Schwartz, Thomas DeJarnette, Emmy DeJarnette, Hutson DeJarnette, Kate DeJarnette and Annie DeJarnette; and his great grandchildren, Kinsley Jo, Tristan Thompson, Clay Duke, Wren, Reece Gross and Will Johnson.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
