Justin Eugene DeVault, Jr. Obituary (1945 - 2017)

Justin E. DeVault, 71, of Tusculum, went to be with the Lord, unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at Laughlin Memorial Hospital. Justin grew up in Johnson City, TN and Thayer, MO. He graduated from Thayer High School, class of 1963. He had a degree in Electronics Technology and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in business from Walter's State Community College. After several years in management, he changed careers and eventually retired from Averitt Express. He supported his wife's love of gardening and became quite skilled at growing vegetables and flowers. He enjoyed long walks with his dog, Gracie, traveling, and camping. His hobbies included model trains, his computer, and he was certified as a First Class radio operator and was a member of an amateur radio club. Justin attended New Haven Church in Afton. He loved his church family and was an active member of several prayer groups. He was a devoted husband and a loving father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Marcella DeVault; 2 daughters, Linda Carrera, of Johnson City and Teresa Davis (Steven), of SC; 2 step-daughters, Rebecca Goddard (David), of Greeneville; Lorrie Villeneuve (Paul), of Johnson City; a stepson, Craig Gaby, of Greeneville; 7 grandchildren; 8 step-grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; 4 step-great grandchildren; a half-sister, Margaret Stanish, of AR; half-brother, Billie DeVault, of SC; 2 special young ladies that he also doted on like granddaughters, Ava Park and Lexus Batts. Justin was preceded in death by his parents, Justin and Mary Ruth DeVault; son, Justin DeVault; grandson, Paul DeVault. The family will receive friends Friday, May 12, 2017 from 1-3pm & 5-7pm at Jeffers Funeral Service at Afton. The funeral service will follow visitation at 7pm in Jeffers Chapel at Afton, with Rev. Keith Williams officiating. The graveside service will be held Saturday, May 13, 2017 at 11am at Graceland Memorial Gardens. Pallbearers will be Michael Eggert, Jason Ricker, Paul Villeneuve, Spencer Goddard, Luke Shelton, Jimmy Seaton, and Brad McDannald. Honorary pallbearers will be friends from New Haven Church, friends of his amateur radio club, and Dr. Charles Montgomery. To send a flower arrangement or to plant trees in memory of Justin Eugene DeVault, Jr., please click here to visit our Sympathy Store. print Print Obituary