Paul "David" Jentes, age 83, of Marion, Indiana, passed away at 4:25 am on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at Envive Healthcare of Huntington. He was born on August 17, 1942, in Columbus, Ohio, to Dr. Paul and Esther (Schmid) Jentes. On November 1, 1963, he married his loving bride, Nancy J. (Chittenden) Jentes, and they celebrated 61 loving years together.
A dedicated educator, David taught at Eastbrook High School for over 16 years. He also worked for more than 19 years at the 3M plant in Hartford City before returning to school to earn his teaching degree. His passion for teaching extended beyond the classroom--he coached numerous sports at Eastbrook and Taylor University and was a proud supporter of his children’s and grandchildren’s athletic events.
David was a member of both Upland United Methodist Church and Faith Harvest Church. He was the first president of the Upland Jaycees and a devoted Ohio State football fan. Above all, he cherished time with his family and found joy in every moment spent with them.
Survivors include his wife, Nancy J. Jentes of Marion; children: Jim (Kris) Jentes of Wooster, OH; Laurilyn Neal of Marion, IN; and Doug (Kim) Jentes of Marion, IN; grandchildren: Stefany (Kelsey) Clayborn, Kimberly (Josh) Stevens, Jeremy (Laura) Clayborn, Garrett (Jenn) Jentes, Emma (Wilson) Lopshire, and Avery Jentes; great-grandchildren: Trevin Johnson, Kaiden McCollum, Dylan Stevens, Gabriel Clayborn, Gunner Stevens, Kash Stevens, Wyatt Lopshire, and Walker Lopshire (on the way); and brother, Dr. John (Joy) Jentes of Ohio.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son-in-law, Mark Neal; and grandson, Evan Douglas Jentes.
The family will receive visitors from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Faith Harvest Church, 2015 N. Co. Rd. 300 N., Marion, IN.
On Monday, October 13, 2025, additional visitation will take place at Faith Harvest Church from 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm with David’s service beginning at 1:00 pm. Pastor Mitch Norwood will be officiating with burial following at Grant Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675-8516 or to Open Door Church (designated for: Bibles for Life - Evan's Hope), 1388 N. 800 W., Converse, IN 46919.
Arrangements are entrusted to Needham-Storey-Wampner Funeral & Cremation Service, North Chapel, 1341 N. Baldwin Ave., Marion, IN.
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