Jack “J.E” Pedigo, 88, of China Spring, passed away quietly at his home Sunday, January 3, 2021 with his wife, Mary and other members of his family by his side.
Visitation: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 6, at Lake Shore Funeral Home
Graveside Service: 1:30 p.m. Thursday, January 7, at Waco Memorial Park Cemetery with Pastors Mark and Dahna Griffin officiating
Jack was born the 23rd of October 1932 to A.J. and Mary Pedigo of Axtell. He graduated from Axtell High School in 1950 and was employed by General Tire & Rubber Company for many years until his retirement in 1988. He married Bobbie Carolyn Ellison in 1950 and in 1986, Jack, Bobbie and their son, Eddie Pedigo, purchased and operated Maaco Auto Painting & Bodyworks franchise in Waco, where Jack recently retired due to illness. He was married to Bobbie Carolyn Ellison from 1950 until her death in February 2012. On April 11, 2014, Jack married Mary Aerl Cunningham of Waco.
Jack Pedigo is survived by his wife, Mary Pedigo of China Spring; two sons, Eddie Pedigo and wife, Sharon of China Spring and Billy Pedigo of Waco; one step-son, Jason Villines and wife, Leighann of Rio Hondo, TX; one sister, Susan Aerl of Clifton; four grandsons, Joshua Pedigo and wife, Kristin of Waco, Kaleb Pedigo of Axtell, Britt and Sam Villines of Rio Hondo, TX; two granddaughters, Abigail and Allyson Pedigo both of the Houston Area; two great-grandchildren, Loggan Pedigo of Belton and JoJo Pedigo of Axtell; one great- great grandson, Hayden Pedigo of Katy; three nieces, Lauren and Val Tinoco of Ft. Worth and Jenny and husband, Rick Reierson and the “circus”; and other numerous nieces and nephews.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Josh Pedigo, Kaleb Pedigo, Jason Villines, Gary Kinsey, Ken Howard, Joe Dickau, “Fab” Fabianke and Bob Flowers of Arlington, TX.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to be made in J.E.’s memory to Rock Creek Church, PO Box 565, China Spring, TX 76633
Place of Service: Waco Memorial Park , 6623 S. IH-35; Robinson, TX 76706
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Daphne and Larry, my prayers and thoughts are with you all during this time . May the Lord God comfort and strength you and know He is with you. May He grant you all you need. His grace is sufficient for this time. Love you Monica Linville
Gail Fuller here…..
…I am so sorry about your dad. He was so kind and laughed a lot. I miss him and everyone there. Billy…wish I could give you all a big hug and cry with you. He will always be in my heart forever.
Dear Pedigo Family,
Our Bluebonnet Hospice Family is so sorry about the passing of Mr. Pedigo. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
With sincere condolences,
The Owners and Staff of Bluebonnet Health Services
Mr.Pedigo was my dad’s dear friend and after my dad passing he was my good friend. I really hate I let these times stop me from visiting.
Our hearts are broken over your loss of your beloved Jack. He was a dear friend to all who knew him. We have many precious memories of the times spent with Jack and his family over the years. He will be missed greatly. He has been so strong and determined in the last 20 years of his life to be the best that he could be in every situation in spite of his disability. May he Rest in Peace now.
The time we spent with Jack was truly special and cherished. A kindred spirit/bond with Jack was formed that will not be replaced. So grateful we were able to visit with him before his passing. Love you Jack, you will be missed beyond words.
So sorry to hear this my mom and dad RJ Spurlin and Faye were good friends while they both worked at General Tire. I remember him visiting at their house many time and really nice man.
To the Pedigo Family,
We are so very sorry to learn about the passing of Mr. Jack Pedigo. Please know that your entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. No doubt that he will be missed and I’m sure there are many, many wonderful memories to bring you peace and comfort.
J.R. & Jan Price
Jack Pedigo, without question, was the nicest man I have ever known, always offering anything he had to help others. Achieving great accomplishments and overcoming difficult odds, he determined to serve and love the Lord Jesus with commitment and generosity. I know he reached out to me and my husband in our own adversities and I’m sure he did the same for many others. I think of him as a “mentor of men”. In your grieving hearts, may your countenance be lifted up remembering the deep love he had for his family and the joy of sharing life through working together. Indeed, it was our blessing to know this great man. Our deep, deep sympathy. Walter and Sharon Makowski
I went to school with Jack many years ago at Axtell. We spent alot of time riding horses and racing cars. My sympathy to all the family. Know that your dad had a long life and I am sure that you all have many wonderful memories.
Ted Vicha
Wish I could have been there with y’all . Due to illness I was unable to be there. Just know you are all in my heart and prayers. All my love Barbara
I worked with Jack at General Tire. I was only there a few years, but Jack is one of the people that I remember. He was a great guy and we became friends. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Always remember the good times. I know that I will.
Jerry Stewart
RIP, Jack Edard, as we fondly called him! As a Young Man, 11 years, his Junior, all of us young Men in Axtell,thought he hung the MOON. And He Did! Guns and Fast Cars was his Signature. I thought the world of Bobbie Ellison, his wife. They were Fine People.
** Condolences to the Pedigo Family. “Jack-Edard” will be greatly Missed.
Gail Fuller Flannery here…….I grew up with the Pedigos and they were awesome. Smiling a laughing all the time. I spent a lot of time with his wife Bobbie. I loved going over to their house and just made myself at home. I believe I understood that Bobbie passed away then Jack remarried years later. I miss all of you…..Billy….Eddie…. I just wish I could give you each a big hug and cry with you but I am not there anymore. Married to the Military all these years with lots of traveling. Big hugs to you ALL and Godspeed Jack…..love and miss you!
So sorry Eddie about your Dad. Prayers for all.
So sorry..love with prayers donald and cheryl ( shurette )yarbrough