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2020
Jeffrey DeArmond Obituary
Jeffrey DeArmond
VALPARAISO, IN - Jeff's life began on May 27, 1952 in Hammond, IN as the son of Don and Millie DeArmond, with siblings Linda and Don.
Jeff married the love of his life, Gayla Lewis on August 1, 1981. They've spent the past 40 years loving, laughing and dancing their way through life together.
His legacy will live on through their only son, Jeff DeArmond. He was adored by his daughter-in-law Kate, and his grandchildren Grace and Beckham.
He worked at Amoco/BP for 35 years, but all that were lucky enough to have known him, knew that his true passions were his family, golfing, nature and playing guitar. All will cherish the time spent with him on the golf course and treasure the sweet sound of his voice as he entertained us with his musical talent.
Jeff will forever be remembered for his beautiful character, love for life, and his stellar golf game.
Jeff was called to heaven on March 17, 2020.
Due to the current circumstances, a memorial service in Jeff's honor will be held at a later date.
Arrangements entrusted to CROWN CREMATION.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jeffrey DeArmond
JoEllen Myers
June 20, 2020
Im very sorry to hear the news about Jeff. I went to high school with Jeff and Gayla. My prayers to you during this difficult time. JoEllen Myers (Huneryager)
Mark & Cheryl Justak
April 13, 2020
Gayla, Cheryl and I just heard about Jeff. We are deeply sorry for your loss, OUR loss! We're so glad we were able to spend some time with youn two at Christmas. We will always remember the great times we had with him and his infectious smile.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
God Bless Jeff!!!
Kris Malayter
April 2, 2020
Dear Sweet Gayla,
Our hearts are heavy and hurting for you. Can't imagine how you must be struggling. We pray that you and your family will find comfort, strength and peace. No matter how much time or distance, you have and always will be deeply loved by our entire family.
Much love, Kris (Mitchell & Ed Malayter
edward malayter
April 1, 2020
gayla,you are in our thoughts and prayers
Mary Harwood
March 30, 2020
Gayla, I am so so sorry to hear about Jeff's passing. His obituary says everything about him. One of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure to know. May God provide you and Jeffrey with the strength to know he is at peace. He will be so missed. I loved seeing you and Jeff together - your love for each other was obvious. My sincere condolences and prayers for all of your family.
Mike Ninkovich
March 29, 2020
Gayla,
We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Jeff. He was such a wonderfully kind and considerate person that not to many like him come around. We consider us blessed to have been able to know and spend some time with both of you. He will be dearly missed by many ! Mike Cyndi Ninkovich
james bendinelli
March 28, 2020
My Condolence to Jeff's family, may he rest in Peace. Jim Bendinelli Amoco/BP.
john santana
March 28, 2020
My condolences to the DeArmond family, First, Jeff was a good friend, a good co-worker, and he helped me improve my golf game. He will be missed, but he'll be in my prayers. Amoco/BP... John Santana
Javier DeLuna
March 27, 2020
DeArmond family,
So sorry to hear the very sad news of Jeff's passing.
I had the pleasure of working with Jeff at Amoco/BP.
He was an outstanding kind person. My heart goes out to the DeArmond family. RIP Jeff. God bless.
March 27, 2020
Gayla,
We are so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. He was such a warm and caring person who added joy to so many lives. Our prayers are with the family as you grieve the loss of someone so special. Joe and Theresa Judge
Barb Maves
March 26, 2020
Gayla, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Take heart in that he had a life well lived with you and he will always live in your heart.
John Dhaemers
March 26, 2020
Very sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. Jeff's grandfather Charlie Smith and my grandmother Matilda (Tillie) Smith Mallory DuRall we're brother and sister so that makes us cousins a few times removed. I remember Jeff, Don & Dawn Renee playing at Uncle Charlie & Aunt Edith's in Marktown when we were kids. I also remember some guitar playing and singing. Those talents were inherited from the Smith side of the family. Uncle Roy Smith (Jeff's Grandpa Smith's brother)was told of to have been out plowing on the farm in Buckner, Illinois, left the horses standing in the field when a tune came to him and he would run to the house to play it on the piano & write it down on paper. Jeff was also a distant relative of Stephen Foster of Swanee River & Old Folks at Home fame. Blessing and comfort to Jeff's family.
Wade Werth
March 26, 2020
Jeff had the million dollar smile with the gleam in his eye. So upbeat and happy, he made you feel good just being around him! So charismatic and full of character....go ahead look up cariama and you will see his picture right there! What a guy.....everyone loved him! Sooooo talented and kind hearted. Heaven got a good one for sure! God Speed on your journey my friend, we will meet again some day!❤
March 25, 2020
Dear Gayla,
We are so sorry for your loss. May Jeff Rest In Peace. Like so many, we pray for you and your Family.
God Bless you. Harold & Sherry Junker
March 25, 2020
Dear Gayla and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. So so sorry. God bless you.
H.S.Junker
Don and Sue Keith
March 25, 2020
Working with Jeff for 25 years, he was always quick with a joke followed by his bright eyed easy smile and a studied air golf swing, reminding all of us not to take things too seriously-the truly important things were back at home. Gayla and Jeff and family, you are in our prayers.
Terry Myers
March 25, 2020
Gayla, so sorry for your loss. May Jeff RIP.
Nora Wiergacz
March 25, 2020
Dearest Gayla,
I am sooooo very sorry to hear about the passing of Jeff. Please know you are in thought and prayer.
Denise Radosevich (Fus)
March 25, 2020
Gayla, I am so sorry to hear of Jeff's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Mark and Kathy Horvat
March 25, 2020
Our Thoughts and Prayers to Gayla and the family.
Gone too soon and will be forever missed. Great guy and great music when Jeff played at our CPP parties.
Will miss you, an angel in heaven playing his guitar and watching over his family
Steven Rahn
March 25, 2020
Jeff was a great guy to laugh with and to work around. The world is left with a huge hole, but his golf game in heaven is most likely so much better, even though it didn't need much improvement. My warmest regards to Gayle, Jeff and the rest of the family during this time.
Jim Korba
March 25, 2020
Jeff was a great guy...he left this earth much too soon. He must have been a really good man for God to call him home.
Dave Demma
March 25, 2020
Gayla, Jeff and family, I am very sorry for your loss. I am thankful I knew Jeff he was a great person with a real passion for living life. I still have the golf set he made and I remember the first inspection party you two hosted in your house playing pool downstairs.
March 25, 2020
We're so sorry to hear this. Jeff was a wonderful person and a great friend. We'll cherish our memories of time spent with Jeff and Gayla. Gayla, our love and prayers are with you and your family. Love, Mike and Sherry Fultz
John Fornari
March 25, 2020
To Gayla, Linda, Don and all family,
Please accept my most heartfelt sympathy and condolences. So many memories from 'back in the day'. Fun, friendship, good times and bad all through school and beyond. I am so very sorry. Please let me know when you hold a service. John Fornari
March 25, 2020
RIP Good Buddy. You were a classic.
Gayla we love you..
Jimmie and Kathy O'Connor
March 25, 2020
St Pat's Day..... so fitting.... RIP buddy you were a classic....Gayla we love you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jimmie and Kathy O'Connor
Barbara White
March 25, 2020
Gayla, Jeff, and family,
I am so deeply sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that God guides you through these difficult times.
March 25, 2020
Gayla and family we are so sorry to hear about your loss of your loved one. Our thoughs and prayers will be with you.
Marylou and Rich Mamrila
Jack Sudac
March 24, 2020
What a shock. He was the best.
Gayla my prayers for you and the family
He will be truly missed
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