Jack Parnell McCain Jr. Obituary
The passing of Jack Parnell McCain Jr. in Natchitoches, Louisiana occurred on October 5, 2026. Jack, born on August 11, 1934, is remembered by those who knew him. 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, Jack Parnell McCain, Sr. and LaVada "Kitty" McCain; his former wife Mary Beth; and his sons, John Shelby McCain and Jason Mayfield McCain.
He is survived by: his son Jack Parnell McCain III (Jan); his wife Shirley Buckelew Dunagan McCain; his grandchildren, Shelby McCain Mallett (Sasha), Mallory McCain Edens (Jason) and Tyler Mayfield McCain; his great grandchildren, Evelyn Edens, Patrick Edens, Tessa Mallet and Lucy Mallett; and his stepchildren, Cherie Kay Dunagan Maynard (Jon) and Thomas Lynn Dunagan (DeeDee). He is also survived by numerous extended family members and dear friends.
Visitation will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the First Baptist Church of Natchitoches (508 2nd St, Natchitoches, LA 71457). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 9th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the John and Jason McCain Scholarship through the Northwestern State University Foundation (Student Services Center, Natchitoches, LA 71497).
