Charles Wayne Jetton, born into this life on February 18, 1934 changed his address to Heaven on April 4, 2023. Charles Wayne Jetton was born in Gainesville, Cooke County, Texas to Robert Lee Jetton and Willie Faye Weatherley Jetton.
Wayne was preceded in death by his son, Kevin Wayne Jetton; his parents, Robert Lee and Willie Faye Jetton and his sister, Dorris Sumners; his brothers, Dale, Raymond and Jerry Lee Jetton.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 41 years, Lois Sparks Jetton of Corinth; daughter, Kathy Lynn Bertrand (John) of Dallas; four grandchildren, Tamala Walls (Jason) of Oklahoma; Ryan Bertrand (Amy), Lauren Kester (Brian) and Caitlin “Cate” Bertrand of Dallas; four great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Wayne was a graduate of Gainesville High School, where he was involved in more than one music program, including opera and country music. At age 16, he was writing country music songs, including making two recordings during the rockabilly era of music that preceded Rock and Roll. Wayne sang on the Gainesville radio station and made radio commercials for various Gainesville merchants. Wayne then graduated from Austin College, Sherman, Texas with a Bachelor of Arts Degree and a minor in music.
In the summer of 1957, Wayne enlisted in the United States Air Force before he could be drafted into military service. He became a crypto specialist and interpreted coded messages. During his years of service, he was stationed in Saudi Arabia and then at Fort Knox, Kentucky. He completed his military service in the fall of 1961.
Wayne worked for Texas Instruments as a Professional Engineer for 26 years before retirement. After retirement, Wayne worked several years seasonally as a tax preparer for H & R Block in Denton, Texas.
Throughout life, Wayne served the Lord Jesus Christ with all his heart and many talents. He served as a song writer, choir director, praise and worship leader, Bible teacher, and pastor. He sang in several Southern Gospel Quartets. Wayne’s last quartet group was “The Jetton Singers” and together they recorded two albums.
Wayne was a man full of many talents. His enduring passions in life were the Word of God and music. Music was every fiber of his life. Up until his last days and hours, music was integral to his very being. When music was played for him, he lifted his hands in worship.
Wayne chose to be laid to rest near his parents in New Resthaven Cemetery in Gainesville, Texas.
Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at 2:00 pm at Meador Funeral Home Chapel, 1204 E. California Street, Gainesville, Texas. Visitation will begin an hour before the service at 1:00 pm.
We are sorry for your loss and are in our thoughts and prayers.
You will always be remembered and missed by the Westbrooks. Enjoy heaven friend and hug Jesus for us.
your work on earth is done.You now with your heavenly Jesus.we will rejoice for you
Now he can join the Angel Band along with Dad. They will be singing and praising the Lord for all of eternity. Dad will be there to welcome Wayne in along with the rest of the family and friends.
Let us know if you need anything at all.
Love Robin, Cory and Kellie
Children of Bobby Mullins
We will miss you. Sing with the heavenly choir
I first met Wayne Jetton, when I was newly married many years ago. He was a godly man, and he gave me my first opportunity to play Jesus in his church passion play for Easter. It is interesting to me that now on this Easter Sunday, I am saying goodbye to him on earth. It would become my yearly acting duty over the next 15 years as I continued to play Christ in multiple productions. Wayne saw this in me when I couldn’t and he started it all! I remember the many times we shared at his home with his lovely wife Lois and the Chihuahuas. It was encouraging to me as a young man to see a godly man who loved his wife and family… Who was talented and blessed by God. He was born the same year as my father, and he was a godly example I could not see in my own father. I know he is with his savior. He is now part of a holy choir doing what he loved most on earth. And one day, we will sing glorious hymns of old as well as several new songs together with the heavenly hosts!
You have fought a good fight. You have finished your course. You have kept the faith.
Now, you may sit with our Father and sing praises in his ear.
May your gentle soul Rest in Perfect Peace.
Your kind and gentle spirit will never be forgotten! You have been such a beautiful and Godly example to so many. Thank you for loving your sweet Lois, like you have. It’s been blessing to watch. Rest now, in perfect peace and health.
It’s so difficult to be parted from friends. You were a kind compassionate friend, faithful servant of God and a loved member of Faith Tabernacle for a number of years! I cherish all of the wonderful memories ..your music, the Jetton Singers, my first grandchild’s God father, our travels with the group as well as the trips we enjoyed with my Jim and your sweet Lois! The times you and Sis Jetton came to our rescue in crisis situations and so much more!! I will remember your voice from our last short talk on the phone but above all , your faithfulness to our God and His cause!! There’s so much more I’d love to say but I’ll finish by saying, you were loved by my family and me as well as many others in this world. You made a great impression in this life! I’m so sad I couldn’t be at your service today but I wasn’t able. I’ve been praying for your sweet wife and will continue to do so! Good night, my friend. I’ll meet you in the morning!
It’s so difficult to be parted from friends. You were a kind compassionate friend, faithful servant of God and a loved member of Faith Tabernacle for a number of years! I cherish all of the wonderful memories ..your music, the Jetton Singers, my first grandchild’s God father, our travels with the group as well as the trips we enjoyed with my Jim and your sweet Lois! The times you and Sis Jetton came to our rescue in crisis situations and so much more are not forgotten! I will remember your voice from our last short talk on the phone but above all , your faithfulness to our God and His cause!! There’s so much more I’d love to say but I’ll finish by saying, you were loved by my family and me as well as many others in this world. You made a great impression in this life! I’m so sad I couldn’t be at your service today but I wasn’t able. I’ve been praying for your sweet wife and will continue to do so! Good night, my friend. I’ll meet you in the morning!