John Lewis Dayton Jr., 72, was born on October 9, 1949 in Hamilton, Ohio and passed away on May 25, 2022 in Hockley, Texas. John never met a stranger, and loved to tell a good story. He loved trucks, animals, and most importantly his family and friends. He will be truly missed by all of his family and friends!

John is survived by his wife, Linda Dayton; his daughters, Geneta Rhein, Valarie Ferguson, Tammy Douglas, and Amy Smith; his sons', Brian Mason, Jeff Dayton and Doug Dayton; 20 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.

John is preceded in death by his parents, John Lewis Sr. and Garnett Dayton; and his grandson, Christopher Scott Rhein.