John Jay Runnels Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Jay Runnels of Gloster, Mississippi, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, who passed away on August 18, 2024, at the age of 59, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Jay Runnels to show support.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may John Jay find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James Runnels and Mary Gail Runnels; and his father-in-law David Marshall. He is survived by: his wife Kristie; his children, Ian Runnels (Isela) and Haley Runnels; his brother James Runnels Jr.; his mother-in-law Virginia Marshall; his sister-in-law Amy Zganjar (Chris); his niece Mia; and his nephew Owen.
In memory of John Jay Runnels, the family expresses gratitude for donations to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network, or the Myasthenia Gravis Foundation.
