Jody McPherson, 47, of Edgewood, Texas, passed away on December 6, 2023. He was born on August 10, 1976, in Dallas, Texas. Jody was a loving and selfless individual who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Jody graduated from Edgewood High School in 1994 and went on to attend Southern Arkansas University on a basketball scholarship, graduating in 1999.

Jody was a dedicated educator and coach. He began his career in 1999 and worked as a teacher and coach at Terrell ISD and Wills Point ISD until 2006. In 2006, he joined the Mesquite Fire Department, where he served the community with dedication and bravery.  Jody was promoted to driver/engineer in 2017. He fulfilled his calling while carrying out his duties as a firefighter/paramedic.

He was a respected member of the Edgewood School Board, serving as both Vice President and President for 12 years. Additionally, he served as the Vice President of the Edgewood Athletic Booster Club and was a board member and spokesman for the BKM Foundation.

Jody had a passion for coaching and being involved in youth sports, he dedicated his time and efforts to coaching and was a vital member of the Edgewood Youth Basketball Association and Edgewood Baseball/Softball Association.  He found joy in coaching not only his own children but also other kids, making a positive impact on their lives. In his free time, Jody enjoyed playing and watching sports, particularly basketball.

In his personal life, Jody was surrounded by a loving family and cherished his role as a dad. He is survived by his wife, Brandi, their son Trey, and their daughters Brooklyn and Blair McPherson. He is also survived by his parents, Jerry Eli and Carol McPherson, his brother Clint McPherson, and his father and mother in-law Dwain and Debbie Keltner. Jody had a close relationship with his brother-in-law Sam and his wife Amy Keltner, as well as his nephew Travis McPherson and Kyle Keltner and niece Kennedy Keltner. He leaves behind a host of other family members and friends who loved him dearly.

Jody was a member of Stone Point Church, where he found strength and solace. His faith was an important aspect of his life.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, December 9, 2023, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at First Baptist Church in Edgewood. Funeral services will take place on Sunday, December 10, 2023, at 2:00 pm at Edgewood High School Gym. The Mullin Fuller Funeral Home in Wills Point, Texas, is assisting the family with the arrangements.

In Lieu of flowers, family has requested donations be made to Mesquite Firefighters Association Local 1518 in Jody's honor;

MFFA 317 S. Galloway, Mesquite, Texas 75149