Jack R. McDaniel

Jack Rigney McDaniel passed away at his residence on March 13, 2026. Graveside services will be held at 2 PM Sunday, March 15, 2026, at Crowville Masonic Cemetery, Crowville, LA, under the direction of Dennard First National Funeral Home Winnsboro, LA

Jack was known for his deep love for his family and his abiding faith in Jesus Christ. Born in Alexandria, LA, he lived his adult life in north Louisiana and was a deeply respected member of the agricultural community. A lifelong member and elder in the Presbyterian Church, he faced each of life's joys and challenges with the love of Jesus and the hope of the resurrection always in his sights.

Jack was the picture of gentleness, humility, and quiet strength. He was slow to speak and quick to listen. When he spoke, his words were few but meaningful, marked by sincerity and quiet wisdom. He will be remembered for a thoughtfulness that revealed itself not only in what he said, but in the purposeful way he lived and the kindness he showed to others.

There was nothing that brought Jack more joy than his grandchildren and great grandson and, despite the miles between, he learned how to harness technology to make everyone feel seen, remembered, and loved. He was a true gentleman and left a legacy for them of how to live with grace, treat others with respect, and walk faithfully with 'strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow'.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Robert Wiiliam and Helen Hastings McDaniel, and his sisters Ann Robson and Madeleine McDaniel. He is survived by his wife and love of 48 years, Tammie Ashley McDaniel; two daughters, Lauren McDaniel Privette (Sam) and Meredith McDaniel Dixon (Trey); grandchildren, Jack, Sam, Renalyn, Eden, Max, Lily Marie, Charles; great grandson, Elias; sisters, Beth McDaniel and Susan Boyett; brothers, Gary and Rob McDaniel; and treasured nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Seeing Eye (SeeingEye.org) in honor of Jack's first two loves, his sisters Madeleine and Ann.