J.C. Averett

Obituary For J.C. Averett

J.C. Averett, 82, of Phenix City, AL, passed on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 in Phenix City, AL.

Funeral service will be held at 11:30 a.m. EST. on Wednesday, August 12, 2026 at Mt. Canaan Baptist Church with Rev. Keith James, pastor, officiating. Burial at Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery. Public visitation will be Tuesday, August 11, 2026 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.EST. at Taylor Funeral Home, Inc.

Bro. J.C. Averett was born April 4, 1944, to the late Jeff Averett, Sr. and the late Mandy Davis in Phenix City, AL. He graduated from South Girard High School and went on to serve in the United States Army. After leaving the military, he attended classes at Columbus Technical College and Troy University. For years he worked at Uniroyal and retired in 2008.

J.C. was baptized at an early age and was a dedicated member of Mt. Canaan Baptist Church. He loved serving on the Usher Board and was the President for many years. He was grateful for the love that was shown to him during his time serving. J.C. was a proud member of the 555th Parachute Infantry Battalion and the Phenix City Chapter of DAV where he served tirelessly serving other veterans. He loved people and sharing stories to make them laugh.

On Tuesday, August 4, 2026, God in His infinite wisdom wrapped J.C. in His arms and enfolded him in His love. He departed this earthly life at the age of 82. He was preceded in death by his grandfather Clarence Averett and his devoted grandmother, Lovely Averett.

J.C. is survived by devoted daughters, Sonia (Bennie) Averett-Jackson and Tina Patterson of Columbus, GA; his sister, Dianna Heflin of Cleveland, OH; his brothers, Jeff Averett, Jr. of Columbus, GA and Jimmy Averett of Atlanta, GA; grandkids, Louis Averett, Whitney Patterson, TaShondra Patterson, Markees Patterson, and Amber (Keyshawn) Taylor. A host of great-grandkids, nieces, nephews, cousins and loved ones.

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