Mr. Johnnie Leon Puckett, age 74 of Stuart, passed away Saturday, November 25, 2023, at his home. He was born in Patrick County on January 28, 1949. He was preceded in death by his father, John Taylor Puckett; his birth mother, Mary Simms Puckett Hylton; and a sister, Eva Sue Vaught. He had worked for United Elastic and Hanes Brand for over fifty years in the IT department. He was a kind and generous soul who was a friend to many. He enjoyed his time coaching Little League Baseball and cherished the friendships he made.
Mr. Puckett is survived by his step-mother, Bernice Banks Puckett of Stuart; a brother-in-law, Keith Vaught of Claudville; an aunt, Ann Pendleton of Stuart; two sisters, Kathy Sharpe and Carol Hancock (Ken) of Henry County; and a special friend, Carol Taylor of Stuart.
A graveside service will be held Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. in the Puckett Family Cemetery. Donations may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice. Moody Funeral Home in Stuart is handling arrangements and online condolences may be sent by visiting www.moodyfuneralservices.com.
