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Gaffney, South Carolina

Eric Couch Obituary

Gaffney, SC - Jon Eric Couch, 51, of 808 River Drive, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Born in Dalton, GA, he was the son of James Edward Couch of Gaffney and the late Jacqueline Elaine Whitener Couch. He was of the Baptist faith.

In addition to his father he is survived by a son, Jaxon Couch (Kyilee) of Gaffney; three daughters, Jada Teague (Devin) of Gaffney, Kyla Haire of Columbia and Erica Couch of Greensboro; a sister, Tina Marie Matheney (Ray) of Spartanburg; grandchildren, Mallory, Josie and Harper. In addition to his mother, he was preceded in death by a daughter, Jayla Couch.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family will be at their respective homes.

An online guest register is available at www.blakelyfuneralhome.com

Blakely Funeral Home & Crematory, Gaffney, SC

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Published by The Gaffney Ledger on Mar. 20, 2026.

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