Kevin Patrick Daigler

Kevin Patrick Daigler, age 59, of Southaven, MS, passed away on August 7, 2025, at Desoto Baptist Hospital.

He was born in Buffalo, New York on February 7, 1966, to Thomas and Kathryn Daigler. Kevin attended University of Tennessee – Martin where he was a member of Alpha Tau Omega fraternity, made several lifelong friends, and met his wife, Jody. He worked for 28 years at JC Penny’s as a store manager at several locations before retiring. Kevin’s favorite job was being a dad to his and Jody’s three sons. In addition to being a dad, Kevin took pride in being a good neighbor. In retirement, he enjoyed playing golf as well as visiting his neighbors, friends, and family.

Kevin was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Kathryn Daigler, and his brother, Micheal Daigler. He is survived by his wife, Jody Daigler; three sons, Jackson (Jennie) Daigler, Nicholas Daigler, and Bennett Daigler; his sister, Nancy (Phil) Sack; nieces and nephews, Ryann (Dylan) Harrison, Connor Sack, Brady Sack, and Lauren Sack; one great niece, Hannah Harrison. Kevin will be deeply missed by all his loved ones, including a host of close neighbors and friends.

The family will receive visitors on August 10, 2025, from 1 p.m. until 3 p.m. at Griffin Chapel Methodist Church in Bradford, TN with memorial service to follow at 3:00pm. Burial will follow at Griffin Chapel Cemetery. His celebration of life will be officiated by Bro. Jonathan Wheeler.

Pallbearers include Eric Grimm, Chuck Hardin, Brian Hightower, Tony Nicholson, Todd Pascarella, and Phil Warren.

Hunt Funeral Home is proud to serve the family of Mr. Kevin Daigler.