David Jeff Sargent, age 65, of Fayetteville, TN, passed away on June 27, 2026, at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro. Born on November 6, 1960, in Sewanee, TN, he was the beloved son of John R. Sargent and Amy Nunley Sargent. Jeff was a proud Eagle Scout and an avid outdoorsman who found his greatest joy in nature, whether he was camping, canoeing, or trout fishing on his treasured Elk River. Jeff loved playing bluegrass music on his guitar and was an enthusiastic University of Tennessee football fan. He was a dedicated member of the Fayetteville Elks Lodge #1792 for 39 years. Jeff was a man of deep faith, belonging to the Cumberland Presbyterian church.
Survivors include his wife of almost 44 years, Fayna Henley Sargent of Fayetteville; parents, John R. and Amy Sargent of Sewanee; brother, Mark (Vicki) Sargent of Murfreesboro; nephews, Nick (Taylor) Sargent, Logan Sargent, Forrest (Anna) Duncan, Hence Duncan, Willis (Bethany) McKee, Robert (Jesse-Katherine) McKee, Jared (Crystal) Henley, and Dillon Henley; niece, Laura Henley; seven great-nieces and great-nephews; and his fur-baby, Finnegan.
A celebration of Jeff’s life will be held at 2 PM on Wednesday, July 1, 2026, at Higgins Funeral Home, with Bruce Gifford and the Elks Lodge officiating. The family will receive friends and visitors during a visitation from 12 PM until 2 PM on Wednesday at Higgins. A reception will follow the service at the Fayetteville Elks Lodge.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Humane Society of Lincoln County, P.O. Box 37, Fayetteville, TN 37334.
Higgins Funeral Home is privileged to offer comfort, care, and support to the family of David Jeff Sargent.
