Jeffrey James "Jeff" Jaeggi

Jeffrey Jaeggi ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Cannon-Byrd Funeral Home & Memorial Park - Fountain Inn on Mar. 3, 2026.Jeff Jaeggi, 67, of Simpsonville, husband of Stacey Ziemke Jaeggi, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, March 2, 2026.Born in Patterson, NJ, he was the son of Marion Bull Jaeggi and the late Raymond James Jaeggi. In addition to his wife, Mr. Jaeggi is survived by their children, Greg Jaeggi, and Rae Broome and her husband, Taylor; and four grandchildren, Harrison Jaeggi, AJ, Whit, and Miller Broome.Jeff grew up in Ridgewood, NJ where his passion for drumming, golf, basketball and cars began. He graduated from Ridgewood High School in 1976 and traveled south to attend The University of South Carolina.USC is where Jeff met the love of his life, Stacey in typing class and ironically asked her for a sheet of paper. They enjoyed their time in Columbia cruising in his Torino and cheering on the Gamecocks. He graduated with a degree in Journalism in 1983.Soon after graduation, he and Stacey married and relocated to the Upstate where he started his career in Pharmaceutical Sales. They welcomed their son Greg in 1988 and their daughter, Rae in 1992. Jeff was a family man who was there for every game, match, recital, concert, and everything in between. He was a devoted father, husband and coach. His positive presence radiated and he lit up every room he stepped into. When he wasn't supporting his family, he could be found on the nearest golf course. In his lifetime he earned: 7 hole-in-ones, Club Champion at Ridgewood Country Club in 1980, two time Member & Son at Ridgewood CC, Member/Member at Holly Tree Country Club in 2016 and 4 time Senior Club Champion at HTCC.After 40 years of service in the Pharmaceutical industry with countless awards and accolades, Jeff retired in 2024. Jeff spent his retirement playing the drums in the praise band at The Methodist Church of Simpsonville, volunteering for The First Tee of the Upstate and serving as the girls Head Golf Coach at Mauldin High School. His favorite role was "Pop" to his 4 precious grandchildren that he adored more than life itself.Jeff will be remembered for his infectious laugh, booming voice and larger-than-life personality. He impacted so many of us and will continue to live on in our memories.In lieu of flowers, donations can be made via check to The Methodist Church of Simpsonville- Praise Band, the Mauldin High School Girl's Golf program or The First Tee of the Upstate:The Methodist Church of SimpsonvilleMauldin High School – Mavericks Official Athletic WebsiteDonate – First TeeA celebration of life will be held during Masters weekend on April 11th at 6:30 PM at Holly Tree Country Club:To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.