Jeffrey Scott DeJesus

Private First Class (PFC) Jeffrey Scott DeJesus, United States Marine Corps, entered into eternal rest on Sunday, June 7, 2026. Born in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, he was the devoted son of Rochell B. Reid DeJesus and the late Cecilio C. DeJesus, Sr.

Jeffrey received his education at Coatesville Area Senior High School, Class of 1986. He earned numerous awards and honors for his accomplishments in Track & Field and Football. He then attended Shippensburg University for Sports Management. Jeffrey joined the Marines and was stationed at Parris Island, South Carolina, where he received the highest honor in basic training. He was named Honor Man in the United States Marine Corps. He also received the Leatherneck Award.

After the Marines, Jeffrey played the position of tackle on the semi-pro football team, the Scranton Eagles, in 1997. The Scranton Eagles were one of the most celebrated and dominant semi-professional football franchises in the United States.

His legacy will forever be cherished by his loving son, Donovan DeJesus; wife, Stacey DeJesus; stepchildren, Sydney and Madison; mother, Rochell B. Reid DeJesus; brothers: Cecilio C. DeJesus, Eric L. DeJesus, Carl A. DeJesus, Carlos A. DeJesus, Arthur J. Middleton, Alfred J. DeJesus, Cecilio Cartagena lll; sisters, Rosita DeJesus, Michelle L. DeJesus, Mai-Ling Middleton and Florence C. DeJesus; special friends, Mike Williams, Dwayne Jones, and Albert Thomas along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

He was preceded in death by many loved ones who passed before him, including his beloved nephews, Dashan White and Ra’jhun Tinson, whose memories he carried with him always.

The impact of his life will be felt for generations to come.

Services will be held at 12 noon on Friday, June 19, 2026, at the Wright Funeral & Cremation Services, 725 Merchant Street, Coatesville, PA 19320. A viewing will be held from 11:00 AM until the service time.

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Interment will be held privately. A repast will be held following the service at Bell Chapel True Holiness Church of God, 132 Modena Road, South Coatesville, PA 19320.

Family and friends may share condolences at the guestbook link on this memorial page. All are welcome to light a candle or share a picture in his memory.

Flowers may be sent to the funeral home on the day of the service.