Jay Clinton Darnell Obituary

The family announces the passing of Jay Clinton Darnell of Gate City, Virginia on August 25, 2026. Jay, born on April 16, 1935, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Elsie Darnell; his wife Earnie Darnell (Rhoton); his sons, David Clinton Darnell and Billy Ray Darnell; and his siblings, Irene Dingus, Troy Darnell, Charles "Buck" Darnell and Bobby Darnell.

He is survived by: his children, Margaret Harvey, Tim Darnell (Tammy) and Jeff Darnell; his grandchildren, Jessica Darnell, Jeffery Darnell, Jr. (Makala), Crystal Tomlinson (Josh), Christopher Austin (Paige), Justin Darnell and Kimberly Stapleton; his great grandchildren, Taylor Tomlinson, Zachary Tomlinson, Hayley Darnell, Kaycie Darnell and Dominic Chambers; his daughters-in-law, Billie Jane Williams and Sue Darnell; his sister Georgie Carter; and his pets, Poochie and Rosie.