Formerly of Ava Jesse Dewayne Jennings, 70, formerly of Ava, passed away in Kelso, Wash.
Those preceding him in death were his parents, Clarence and Irena Jennings; his brother, Cleo, and his sister, Wanda Crawford.
He also leaves to mourn, his longtime companion, Arlene Mcguehy; three sons, Danny, Randy and Jacky; three daughters, Vicki, Loretta and Michelle; two brothers, Bobby, of Glendale, Ariz., and Arlie Joe, of Rochelle, Ill.; two step-children, Gary and Beckstead, and Cindy Hondo; and many close relatives and friends.
A memorial was held Sept. 1 at the family home in Kelso. Dewayne was an avid hunter and fisherman. He loved old time western movies on TV and spending time with his family.