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John Paquette Obituary

John Edward Paquette of Decatur passed away March 7, 2025 at his residence at the age of 59. Born in Barstow, CA, he was the son of Joseph Ronald Paquette and the late Jane Ellen Standley Paquette. John was employed by Target in sales and display. He had a love of art and the theatre, performing in several plays from high school and GSW to community theatre. He enjoyed traveling and in his quiet time he was an avid reader and loved to draw and paint. He also found a lot of joy in helping with Estate Sales and volunteering at various charities. He is survived by his father, Joseph Ronald Paquette of Cordele; three sisters, Paula Paquette of Cordele, Laurie Ault (Jeff ) of Clarmore, OK and Linda Daniels of Decatur; several nieces and nephews; and great-nieces and nephews. A memorial service for the family will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, March 23, 2025, in the chapel of Rainey Family Funeral Services in Cordele, Ga.

In lieu of flowers, his family asked that you donate to your favorite charity or to one of John's favorite charities: Lost-n-Found Youth 2585 Chantilly Dr.NE Atlanta, Ga. 30324, Orphan Annie Rescue via either Zelle: [email protected] or Venmo: @orphanannierescue

Arrangements are by Rainey Family Funeral Services in Cordele. An online guest register is available at www.raineyfuneral.com

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Published by Albany Herald from Mar. 20 to Mar. 21, 2025.

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Julie Cobb

March 14, 2025

I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was a special person to his nieces and nephews and will be missed.
Thoughts are with all of you.

Andrea Carlos

March 13, 2025

JP is one of the kindest people I met at Target, I will definitely miss seeing him in dollar spot at 6/7AM and him showing all the cool new things and handing me something he thought I´d like. I will miss the unique and awesome outfits, belts and accessories! He is definitely someone I´ll always remember. He is one of a kind! my prayers go out to all his family and loved ones

Melody Black

March 12, 2025

John was a darling "little brother" who took great joy in crashing the birthday slumber parties. Much love to the Paquette Family. His smile will be missed.

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