Jerold Brenton Vaughn Sr., was born on August 27, 1941, to J.B. Vaughn and Annabelle (Younts) Vaughn Posey. He went to his heavenly home in the early morning hours of Tuesday, March 18, 2025 at the age of 83.

There are no services pending at this time. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Whitt Funeral Home/Oakcrest Cremation Center.

After graduating high school, Jerold joined the Air Force. He was stationed in Idaho and worked as an airplane mechanic. After his discharge, and for the rest of his life, Jerold worked as a cabinet maker for his construction company. He loved his work, but in his free time, he was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, enjoyed traveling, watching westerns (John Wayne films were his favorite), and riding motorcycles. He was a member of the Stephens County Road Riders Cycle Club. He also loved his dog, Gizmo, who was his best friend and constant companion.

Preceded in death by his parents and sister, Shirley Rodgers, Jerold is survived by his children: Sonya Baugh and husband Bryan, Jason Vaughn, Jerold "Brent" Vaughn Jr., Johnny Vaughn; grandchildren: Ashley, Alison, Carson, Lauren, Cooper, Dominic, Damien, and Tito; and 8 great-grandchildren. Other survivors include his brothers: Kyle Vaughn, Walter Lee Posey, Andy Vaughn; and sister, Pat Walker.

Online condolences may be made at www.whittfh.com.