Jackie D. Auvenshine, 85, of De Leon, passed peacefully from this life March 24, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born December 19, 1940, in Beattie, Texas to Grady Hardin Auvenshine and Clara Elizabeth Keith Auvenshine. Jackie married Susie Brumbelow June 2, 1961, and they enjoyed a loving marriage of forty-nine years until her passing in 2010.

Jackie was raised in Beattie, Texas and attended school there until he started at De Leon High School, as he would say for "higher education". He graduated with the De Leon High School class of 1958. Jackie was owner and operator of Foremost Milk for many years. He later was co-owner of Express Medical in De Leon for many decades. He was a longtime beloved Preacher for Hasse Baptist Church and St. Joe Baptist Church. Jackie loved the Lord with all his heart as was evident in how he treated others and shared the promises of God with anyone he could. He was a kind, patient man, who enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. He loved baseball and was an avid Texas Rangers fan. Jackie's family meant everything to him and he loved them well. He leaves his family and many friends with wonderful memories of devoted family man, a loyal friend, and a faithful disciple of God. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is survived by his son, Eddie Auvenshine and wife, Nita; daughter, Melissa Smith and husband, Steve; grandchildren, Cody Smith and wife, Sydney, Ty Smith, Emily Nowlin and husband, Shalor, and Ashley Auvenshine; great grandsons, Parker Nowlin and Owen Jack Nowlin; sister, Nell Strong; numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family. Jackie has been reunited with his wife, Susie; parents, Grady and Clara; brothers, Benny, Glenn, and Jimmy; and nephews, Ken Keith, Chris Strong.

Funeral services celebrating Jackie's life were held Friday, April 3, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at St. Joe Baptist Church with Brother Donnie Auvenshine officiating. Interment followed in Victor Cemetery.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to St. Joe Baptist Church (PO Box 201, De Leon, 76444) or to West Texas Rehab (westtexasrehab.org), in memory of Jackie.