Duane Jay Peacock

Duane "Jay" Peacock, aged 63, passed away on Wednesday, January 10, 2024, in Kissimmee, FL, surrounded by the warmth of his family. Jay was born on December 31, 1960, to Duane C. Peacock and Audrey Moody Peacock of Fort Meade, FL. His career in law enforcement began in the Department of Detention at the Polk County Sheriff's Office. His commitment and dedication led him to rise to the rank of lieutenant within the department, marking nearly 25 years of exemplary service. Jay's love for his community was evident as he shared his passion by coaching Bartow Youth Baseball, where he and his son, Jason, celebrated three state championships. Jay was a coach for the teams of 10-and 14-year-olds in 1996 and 2000. Notably, the 1996 victory was a historic first for the 10-year-olds. In his free time, Jay found joy in fishing, hunting, moments at Little Gasparilla Island, preparing meals for his beloved family, and spending time with loved ones and friends. He was truly a one-of-a-kind son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather, affectionately known as “Papa Jay.” Jay was preceded in death by his parents, Duane C. Peacock and Audrey Moody Peacock, and his stepson, Jacob Allen Westbrook. He is survived by his wife, Jean Peacock of Frostproof, FL; children, Elizabeth Peacock and husband Bryan Bulman of Tampa, FL, Jason Peacock and wife Paula of Texarkana, TX, Meredith Peacock and grandchildren, Konnor, Aubrey, and Milo of Colt, AR; sister, Susan Peacock and husband Mike Gleaton of Atlanta, GA; stepdaughters, Annie Bradley and husband Brian and their daughters, Makayla, Mallori, and Madalyn, and their great-grandson Ayden Jace Bradley of Lake Wales, FL; Alicia Barnes and husband Joshua Rodriguez and their daughter, Adrian Aurora Rodriguez of Frostproof, FL; Alexandra Leah Badillo and husband Oscar and their daughters, Abigail, Adalynn, and Ava of Lake Wales, FL. Family and friends are invited to honor Jay Peacock's life at a memorial service on Saturday, January 27, at 1:00 p.m. at the Whidden-McLean Funeral Home in Bartow, FL. Visitation will begin at Noon.