Jeff was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and JoAnn Cavinder, and his brothers, Mike Cavinder and David Cavinder.

He is survived by his loving wife, Cindy Barton; his children, Justin Cavinder and wife Kristin Cavinder, Brittany Cavinder, Kandias Barton, and Ashley Barton; and his sons-in-law, Waylon Kruger, and Tra Hardeman.

Jeff is also survived by his siblings: sister Sherry Cavinder Adams and husband Van Adams, Susie Peterson, Heidi Cavinder, and brother Donnie Cavinder and wife Madeline “Mindy” Cavinder.

He leaves behind many beloved grandchildren, including Kylie Denton, Joseph Denton, Ay’Din Woodard, La’travyoun Hardeman, Takaydin Hardamon, Witten Cavinder, and Harris Cavinder, along with many other grandchildren whom he loved dearly.

Jeff is also survived by his nieces Miranda Cavinder-Sanders, Mariah Cavinder-Todaro, Maranda Cavinder Morrow, Brianna Cavinder, Crystal Cavinder, his nephews Chris Cavinder, Cody Peterson, Steven Trahan, and many other nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory.

Jeff worked as a bus dispatcher, where he was deeply loved and respected by his coworkers. He was also a faithful member of Solid Rock House of God.

Jeff was one of the most loving, caring, and giving people you could ever meet. He believed in helping others and made sure no one around him ever went without. Everyone who knew Jeff experienced his genuine love and kindness. He was a devoted husband, a wonderful father, a proud grandfather, a caring brother and uncle, and a loyal friend and coworker.

Jeff Cavinder was truly one of a kind and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.



Services will be held on Saturday, March 21st, 2026 at Solid Rock House of God.

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