J. D. Shoffner – age 88 of Heiskell formerly of Sharps Chapel, passed away October 2, 2026. He was a member and song leader of Oak Grove Primitive Baptist Church for over 50 years.

He is preceded by parents, Charlie and Edna Shoffner; wives, Audrey (Bailey) Shoffner and Bobbie Beason Shoffner; and several siblings. J. D. is survived by children, Terrie Shoffner (Doug) Maynard, Tim (Kathy) Shoffner and Troy Lee Shoffner; grandchildren, Amanda Shoffner Reyes, Kristin Wooten, Aaron Shoffner, Alison Smith and Nicholas Maynard; great grandchildren, Morgan Wooten, McKinley Wooten, Madison Wooten, Levi Smith, Lianey Smith, Steven Smith, Hudson Smith, Waylon Budetti and Lina Reyes; and many nieces and nephews.

The family will receive friends, 5:00 – 7:30 p.m., Monday, October 5, 2026 in the Trinity Funeral Home Chapel. The service to follow with Reverend Joe Graves officiating and music provided by Diane Lay. Family and friends will meet at Trinity 9:45 a.m., Tuesday, October 6, 2026 to proceed to Stiner Cemetery for an 11:00 a.m. graveside service. Trinity Funeral Home, Maynardville, has the honor of serving the family of J. D. Shoffner. 865-992-5002 www.trinityfuneralhome.net