John William Autry Sr. Obituary
The memory of John William Autry Sr. in Cape Fear, North Carolina, born in Fayetteville, North Carolina, who passed away on December 10, 2024 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John William Autry Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
As John departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved John. Though John may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Jerome Autry and Ada Ethel Hemingway Autry; and his sister Joyce Autry Briggs. He is survived by: his wife Mary E. Autry; and his children, Donna Autry Squires (Willie), Phyllis Autry Taylor and John W. Autry, Jr.. He is also survived by loving dad; 6 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, 3 great-great-grandchildren and special grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 12:45 PM at the Jernigan-Warren Funeral Home (545 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301). A graveside service was held on Friday, December 13th 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Lafayette Memorial Cemetery (2301 Ramsey St, Fayetteville, NC 28301).
