John R. Wagoner, age 83, of Jasper, FL. passed away at Haven Hospice in Lake City following an illness of some time.

John was a native of Ocala, FL. born, October 20, 1934 to the late Joseph and Charlotte Williams Wagoner. He worked for the Florida Highway Patrol for many years. Upon retirement from FHP he worked at Evans Warehouse and then followed a whole new career in sales. Anyone that knew John, knew his dry sense of humor could leave you in stitches or it could leave you scratching your head wondering, was that man serious. John was a beloved baseball coach in Hamilton County. He worked diligently with the young men to make them the best players they could be. His other passion included Florida Gators and any joke he could play on a Seminole. John was preceded by his beautiful wife and helpmate of 42 years, Jonnie Kay Wagoner in June of 2004. He was also preceded in death by his granddaughter, Katelyn Mitchell and great granddaughter, Annah Welch.

Survivors include one son, Roger Wagoner of Jacksonville, FL.; his two daughters, Helen Wagoner of Orlando, FL. and Patti Mitchell of Jasper, FL.; four grandchildren, Ginny Wagoner, Kelvin Colhoun, Taylia Henderson and Tiaona Henderson; four great grandchildren, Payten Corbett, Lucas Roper, Jerrell Polite and London Polite.

Funeral services were held on Monday, August 6, 2018 at First Baptist Church in Jasper, FL. with Pastor Roger Hutto and Pastor Ronnie Sadler officiating.  Interment followed at Evergreen Cemetery in Jasper, FL.