With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Jay Eugene Markley (Denton, Texas), born in Topeka, Kansas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Jay left this world on September 6, 2025 at the age of 77, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the echoes of fond remembrance, may a sense of peace be found, knowing that the memories held dear will continue to shape and inspire his loved ones, keeping Jay's spirit alive in the hearts and actions of family and friends alike. While his presence may be gone, his impact lives on in the kindness shown to others and the joy found in the ordinary moments of life.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, James Don (Jay) and Alma Louise Markley (Ackers); his wife Judith Ann Markley (Shepherd); his children, Matthew Markley (Leah) of Columbia, MO, David Markley (Wendy) of College Station, TX and Kristen Troop (Kyle) of Germantown, MD; his sister Connie Lyle of Hutchinson, KS; his niece Kelli Miller of Hutchinson, KS.; and his great grandchildren, Callen Nicoli and Charlize Hall.