November 8, 1948 – August 22, 2021
Jeanne Waggoner, 72, Columbus, Ind., entered the immediate presence of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Sunday, August 22, 2021. Born 1948, in Noblesville, Jeanne was the daughter of Joseph R. and Cora E. (Pugh) Woods. She married Kent R. Waggoner on December 21, 1970.
Jeanne prioritized faith, family, and a passion for making a positive impact in the lives of children. She was an elementary school educator in the North Knox School Corporation for 25 years. For over 30 years, Jeanne was an active member of Sandborn Baptist Church until her retirement when she joined the congregation of First Baptist Church of Seymour. Jeanne served on the Christian Education, Noah’s Ark Preschool, and Deaconess committees. She enjoyed adventures with her husband, treasured her grandkids’ visits, and appreciated her part time job at Hallmark.
Jeanne is survived by her husband of 51 years, Col. (ret.) Kent R. Waggoner; children, Jessyca (Aaron) Swinford, Col. Joshua (Andrea) Waggoner, and Jo Ellyn (Kevin) Stanton; grandchildren, Ben Swinford, Megan Swinford, Julia Waggoner, Lily Waggoner, Joseph Waggoner, Betsy Stanton, Anna Stanton, and Luke Stanton; sisters, Sharon Kay Woods and Glenna Lee Fetters; and other beloved family members and friends.
Jeanne was preceded in death by her parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law Louie and Mary Jane Waggoner, and brother-in-law Jim Fetters.
Funeral arrangements will be conducted by Voss & Sons Funeral Services at First Baptist Church of Seymour on Monday, August 30, 2021 with visitation from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., followed by the funeral with Rev. Dr. Jeremy Myers and Rev. Mark Thompson officiating. A private burial service will follow at Hope Moravian Cemetery. Service will be available via Facebook Live on First Baptist Church’s Facebook page or web page at FBCHome.org.
In accordance with Jackson County Health Department guidelines, masks are appreciated before admittance to the church as well as social distancing within the building. We kindly ask that there be no physical contact such as hugs or handshakes to protect guests, staff, and the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church of Seymour, Riley Hospital for Children, or Our Hospice of South Central Indiana, in care of the funeral home.
Jeanne’s family would like to thank the staff members of Silver Oaks Health Campus, Columbus Regional Health, and Our Hospice of South Central Indiana for their compassion and care.
Online condolences may be given at the funeral home website at vossfuneralservice.com.