Jody Coontz

jody coontz

May 23, 1970 ~ July 14, 2026

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Joseph “Jody” Coontz, age 56, of Junction City, Kentucky, died on July 14, 2026. Born on May 23, 1970 in Elizabethton, Tennessee, to the late George and JoAnn Coontz. Jody was a devoted pastor at the House of Prayer for 24 years, where he dedicated his life to serving God and his community with unwavering faith and compassion. His love for God radiated through his words and actions, making him a beloved figure and friend to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. Jody traveled with the Coontz brothers for 11 years singing and spreading joy all around them. He loved dirt track racing and was a flagman for 38 years and also worked many auctions. In recent times many knew Jody as “The Purse Guy”. Jody is predeceased by his loving brother David Coontz.

Jody is survived by his loving wife, Angela “Angie” Coontz, and their three children: Angel (Robert) Spoonamore , George Matthew Coontz, and Mary Coontz. His siblings: Pam (Junior) Woods , Timothy Coontz, Phillip (Rhonda) Coontz, Wayne (Annette) Coontz, Buddy (Maria) Coontz , Larry (Rhonda) Coontz, Gail Coontz, Darrell Coontz, and Doodle (Karen) Coontz , along with his sister-in-law, Betty Coontz. Jody also loved Anastasia McCormick, Samantha Martinez, and Micheal Hatter like his own children. Special friends from over the years include Raymond Float, David Hendrickson, Kendall & Donna Sue Johnson

In remembrance of Jody’s life, visitation will be held at Stith Funeral Home, Junction City, on Monday, July 20th from 4:00pm – 7:00pm. Funeral service will be held the following Tuesday July, 21st at 11:00am at Stith Funeral Home in Junction City. Officiating will be David Hendrickson and Raymond Float. Pallbearers are Matthew Coontz, Todd Strong, Aaron Coontz, Eli Coontz, Mikey Hatter, Josh Coontz, Moses Smith, and Gary Nyman. Honorary pallbearers Theron Owens, Jaden Byrd, David Strong, David Hurd, Vernon Smith, Vernon Smith JR., Junior Woods, Tucker Nyman, Floyd Graham, and Robert Spoonamore. Burial will be at Junction City Cemetery.

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Visitation: July 20, 2026 4:00 pm - 7:00 am

Stith Funeral Home - Junction City
506 West Shelby Street
Junction City, KY 40440
(859) 854-3322

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Funeral Service: July 21, 2026 11:00 am

Stith Funeral Home - Junction City
506 West Shelby Street
Junction City, KY 40440
(859) 854-3322

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    • You will be greatly missed Brother Jody.. you have touched so many people’s lives. I pray for comfort for his wife, children and all the family.

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  3. Jody was a great friend and had an heart of gold and definitely will be missed. Jody loved his family and friends so much but one thing he would always tell me was he Loved his Lord and Savior Jesus. Rip my dear friend you will be greatly missed enjoyed having the privilege of knowing you and your family but we all know you’re in a much better place now. Lots of love and prayers sent to the family.

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  5. Jody may the good lord be with your family , I always thought you was a kind caring family man . Hope to see you again . I you always had a smile

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  9. Jody will be missed by many especially his family. He was a good person. Prayers for everyone.

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  12. You have alway been special to me and I will miss you so much. Rest easy and enjoy that reunion I know you are having with all our loved ones!
    Love you, Bonnie ❤️

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  15. May he rest isn peace spoke to Jody couple time at the races wonderful guy prayers for his family he’s up where he long to be in the arms of Jesus

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  16. Oh Jody, you will be missed by so many! You were such a light in this world. Heaven gained an amazing angel!! Our condolences to his family, love you all! We’ll see you again soon. Love you 😇❤️

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  17. Angie and family I am so sorry of the passing of Jody he was a good friend, always talked to me when I seen him out and about and never spoke bad of anyone, he has made a big impact on a lot of people over the years, He is definitely in his happy place with no more pain and running the streets of Gold with Jesus by his side, I’m sending my thoughts and prayers to the family!

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  22. I know you pretty much all my life and I am so sorry. I know you’re gone, but I know where you are. You’re with Jesus.

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  24. Uncle Jody is what I always called you. I’ve known you since I was itty bitty I thank God everyday my mom Sheila Roberts and my nanny Linda prows had me meet you! You were the best uncle a girl could ask for! I love you uncle Jody. Give me papaw, nanny, and all my loved ones in heaven a hug for me!

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  27. Jody was the sweetest person you could ever meet. He was truly such a kind soul, always so happy and fun to be around. He always treated me as one of his own. I am forever thankful to have met Jody. Jody is in heaven watching over us all. Thoughts and prayers for the family.

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  29. Such a great godly man r.i.p Jody may god strengthen your family and comfort them in the days to come god bless you all

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  32. I miss you a lot brother I know you’re in heaven with Mom and Dad David and wrapping your arms around God having a blessing no more pain no more sorrow no More tears you got that new beautiful body that God give you I will see you one day soon Timmy

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  33. Have great memories working with him at the Ponderosa Speedway. He was a great flagman and a great guy to be around, he will be greatly missed.

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  37. Going to miss you singing brother Jody. You were a light and blessing to us all. Praying for your wife and children and family friends. Praying your kids will keep singing in honor of you.

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  38. Jody you will be missed but not forgotten
    I will miss the festival every year
    Prayers for the family and friends

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  39. I pray that God give each of y’all comfort and peace in the days ahead. Jody was a light unto many and he will be greatly missed. Rest in paradise Jody.

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  41. I will forever love you dad your in a better place but i will always cherish the amazing life you gave me

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  43. I have known Jody since we all was kids he was a wonderful person prayers for comfort and peace for his family

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  44. I am sorry sorry for your loss loss Jodie was a very dear friend he will be missed very much Angie I am so sorry to hear this the Mary and Matthew I am sorry to hear about their dad I love you all if you need anything any they if I can help I will

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  50. There are no words for the pain I’m feeling right now.

    You may not have been my biological dad, but you raised me and loved me as your own daughter. You were always there, through every season of my life. Some of my favorite memories will forever be singing together at church, talking for what felt like hours in the Walmart parking lot, spending the night at your house with you and the other kids, and making memories I’ll cherish for the rest of my life.

    When my mom passed away, you became my rock. You were the one who helped me through one of the hardest times of my life. I never imagined I would have to face another day without you here too.

    I honestly don’t know how I’m supposed to do life without you. My heart is broken, but I’m thankful for every hug, every conversation, every laugh, every lesson, and every moment we shared. Thank you for loving me as your own and showing me what unconditional love looks like.

    Heaven gained an incredible man, and while I know you’re no longer in pain, that doesn’t make missing you any easier. I take comfort in knowing you’re reunited with Mom and resting in the arms of Jesus.

    Until we meet again, I’ll carry your love and the memories we made with me every single day.

    Enjoy Heaven. We will miss you more than words could ever say. I love you forever.

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  52. Jody was such an inspiration and will be missed. I remember the last few weeks when it took everything he had in him to be in church and to worship His Lord. He didn’t feel good and had every reason to stay home, yet he didn’t. He still came to praise the Lord. Now, He is no longer in pain and is resting in the arms of His Savior that He couldn’t wait to meet.

    Our hearts are heavy and will miss you, but we rejoice that we will join you one day. We love you, brother. Your legacy will live on, and we will help watch over your family. I hate I never got those bass lessons…. 😉

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  53. Oh, how quickly life changes. I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Jody. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
    Words can feel so small in moments like this, but I want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I can only imagine the grief you are carrying, and I hope you will lean on one another for strength, comfort, and love in the days ahead.
    Jody, will be remembered with love, and the impact of his life will continue to live on in the hearts of all who knew him. May the memories you shared bring you moments of peace, and may God surround your family with comfort and grace. My friend has run the race and has finished, the course. Those were Paul’s words he wrote. I know my friend, Jody is at total rest today. God bless all family and friends!!!

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  54. He was the sweetest and most humble person I know. I’m sure he will be missed. I loved him dearly.
    Aunt Debbie

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  58. I have known this wonderful man for along time.It hasn’t been that long since I have spoken with him .He was always the same no matter when you talked to him .He will be missed

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  59. He was definitely one of the good ones with a very caring heart! He will be missed by so many! Prayers to his family 🙏

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  61. So sorry for your loss, Jody was such a great guy and loved the Lord, I
    Sure he is rejoicing and singing his praise. God bless his family during this difficult time!

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  63. We will miss you here at Giovannis. I hope you are finally at peace and resting easy….. Til we meet again

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  67. Jody, you were the best brother in law that anybody could have. You were a light to the world and changed a lot of people. You were a good guy and the best husband for my sister. It’s been a blessing having you for a brother in law and being able to have you as family. You are going to be missed dearly. My prayers are with your family as they lay their good friend or family member to rest, and for Angie to be strong during this difficult time that she is going through and for the kids to be strong also and make it through this difficult time. I love you Jody and will miss you so much, R.I.P my brother in law.

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  68. A man that was like no other he ran his race as Jesus ask us to. We will deeply miss u and thoughts prayers go out to family.

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  69. One memory of uncle jody has been running through my head recently. He would often start talking in between songs at church. His hands still playing the piano, he would start crying. He would describe how beautiful heaven and the face of Jesus is going to be and how he couldn’t wait to go on up there one day. He would always say, “wow, can you imagine, AWESOME.” I know heaven is so awesome right now uncle Jody. I love you so much. Thank you for everything but most importantly thank you for showing me how to follow god, love one another, and let my light shine. You had such an impact on everyone you ever met. I strive to be like and to walk as close to God as you did.

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  70. With my deepest condolences I pray for comfort and peace for Jody’s family during this hard time may your pain and heartache be eased by the grace of God

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