Jacob Jack" Paul Digulla

It is with deep sorrow and sadness that we announce the passing of Jacob “Jack” Paul Digulla, a man of boundless love for his family, endless energy and undeterred intelligence.

Jack was born on November 30th, 1931, to Oscar and Beulah Digulla in San Antonio, TX. He transitioned from this life on October 22nd, 2025 at his home in Newnan, GA. Through his journey of 93 years he touched many lives with his wisdom, humor, and an unwavering spirit of perseverance and compassion for the people he met and cared for.

Jack is survived by his wife of 17 years Barbara Digulla and his children Jeff (Catherine), Ricky (Susan), Lisha (T.J.), Sandra Keithline. Stepchildren Phillip Brown (Melissa), Charles Brown. He was preceded in death by his parents Oscar and Beulah, previous wife Mary Catherine Digulla of over 50 years, daughters Katy Digulla and Angie Digulla and grandson Abraham Abujaber. Jack was also given many grandchildren. Joshua Digulla (Kimmy), Drake Digulla and Dylan Digulla, Megan McLaughlin (Trevor). Alexis Morris(Jawan). and Ashley Keithline. He also had step grandchildren: Carrie Brown, Brandon Brown, Joseph Brown, Cassandra Kline, and Chelsea Kline. In addition to grandchildren, Jack had the following Great Grandchildren: Kai Price, Owen Price, Jonah Digulla, and Amina Morris due in November.

Jack served his country in the US Coast Guard, stationed at Corpus Christi, Texas and served around the world. Once his service tour was completed, he started a career with Litton Industries Defense Electronics division as Electronics Engineer out of Mobile Alabama. During his employment with Litton, he was summoned by the US government to join the Defense/ Aerospace Space program at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station at Cape Canaveral, Florida. During his career with Civil Service, he was instrumental in the success of several space flight efforts such as the Gemini, Mercury, Apollo, and the Space Shuttle Programs. During Jack’s busy work schedule and life in general, he always managed to find time for his family, church, and friends. He was a devout Catholic and did everything in his ability to ensure all six of his children were brought up in the Catholic faith. He was a committed father that would always be at the side of each one of children whether it be dance recitals, sports activities or to simply lending an ear when needed, he treated them all with equal importance. He was a man that could do it all, whether it be fixing a simple bicycle to building a house from the ground up he always knew what to say and how to say it. He was truly a man of love, integrity and honesty. He enjoyed Ballroom Dancing and was still an active member of AHSC.

While his physical presence may no longer grace our lives, Jack’s spirit will continue to inspire and uplift us. May his memory be a blessing, and may we carry forth his legacy of love and compassion in all that we do. As you continue to worship Jesus up in heaven your light will forever shine brightly in our hearts still here on earth.

We will forever love and miss him.‍

Memorial service will be held on January 30, 2026 at 11:00 am at St. Catholic Church of St. Ann. 4905 Roswell Rd. Marietta, GA.