John Charles Pafford Obituary
The passing of John Charles Pafford of Ruston, Louisiana occurred on September 11, 2026. John Charles, born on June 22, 1981, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Charles Pafford to show support.
He was predeceased by: his grandmothers, Thelma Nickerson Pafford and Jean Carson Ingraffia; and his aunt June Ambrose Pafford. He is survived by: his parents, James Pafford and Carol Pafford (Carson); his significant other Daniel Davis; his siblings, Jamie Pafford-Gresham (Ben) and Greg Pafford; his sister-in-law Starlyn Wilcox; his niece Suzanne Gresham Barham (Drake); his nephews, Benjamin Garrett Ryan Gresham (Mary Claire) and Alexander James Pafford (Kelly); and his great-nephews, Bennett Davis Barham and Warren James Pafford. He is also survived by cousins, extended family members, friends.
Visitation was held on Monday, September 14th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Temple Baptist Church (1515 S Service Rd W, Ruston, LA 71270). A celebration of life was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Tuesday, September 15th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the Springhill Cemetery (506 Cemetery Rd, Springhill, LA 71075).
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Code Green Campaign, an organization dedicated to mental health advocacy and education for first responders. Contributions may be made online through the Code Green Campaign or mailed to 17020 Chatsworth St., #1010, Granada Hills, CA 91344.
