John Franklin Deavers, Sr. Obituary (1938 - 2020)

John Franklin Deavers, Sr., 81, of Broadway, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at Accordius of Harrisonburg. Mr. Deavers was born on October 3, 1938 and was a son of the late Franklin Owen and Marie Frances (Good) Deavers. He worked as a farm hand for many years. He enjoyed being around people and making new friends. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lettie Mae (Charlton) Deavers, of December 23, 1998. John is survived by his children, John Deavers, Jr., and fiance Pat Nicosia of Hinton, Charles Deavers and wife Shelva of Rockingham, Nola Dellinger of Dayton, Danielle Deavers of Broadway; a sister, Shirley Shifflett of Timberville; thirteen grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to his wife and parents, John was preceded in death by a daughter, Evelyn Dove; and siblings, Virginia Kibler and Henry Deavers Sr. The family will receive friends on Friday evening from 6 until 8 PM at the Chapel of McMullen Funeral Home. Burial will be held privately. In lieu of flowers being sent, the family requests all memorial contributions be made to the McMullen Funeral Home, 5784 Greenmount Road, Harrisonburg, VA 22802; to offset expenses. Those wishing may share a memory or an online condolence by visiting www.mcullenfh.com Arrangements entrusted to the McMullen Funeral Home.