He was a native of Vinton and had lived in Sulphur for the last 20 years. John enjoyed working on motors and fishing.
Survivors include his wife of 20 years, Deborah Jardneaux; his brother, Rodney Stoddard and wife, Marie of Vinton; his children, Michael, Scott, and Kimberly Jardneaux, all of Sulphur; and a grandchild, Jordan Jardneaux.
His funeral will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, January 26, in Hixson-Sulphur Memorial Funeral Home. Visitation is from 9 a.m. until the time of service Saturday in the funeral home. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.hixsonfuneralhomes.com.