Jenella Stacey, aged 83, was found dead on September 30, 2015, in her home in DeLeon Springs, Florida. The tragic incident was discovered when deputies from the Volusia County Sheriff's Office conducted a well-being check at the Stacey residence on Winona Trail. Upon arrival, they found the couple unresponsive and subsequently entered the home, where they discovered the bodies of Jenella and her husband, Foye Stacey, also 83 years old.
Preliminary investigations indicated that the deaths were the result of a murder-suicide.
The investigation revealed that Foye Stacey had sent an email to their son, confessing that he had shot his wife and intended to take his own life. This email prompted their son to contact the authorities, leading to the well-being check. The couple's son mentioned that he had last spoken to his mother on Tuesday, and everything seemed normal at that time. However, when he tried to reach them on Wednesday, there was no response, which raised his concerns.
Further details from the investigation indicated that Foye Stacey had been suffering from significant health issues, including a recent stroke. These health challenges, combined with the emotional and psychological strain, might have contributed to the tragic decision. The Volusia County Sheriff's Office spokesman, Gary Davidson, described the situation as an "unbelievably sad and tragic circumstance" where someone feels they have no other options.
Autopsies were conducted by the Volusia County Medical Examiner to confirm the cause of death. The community of DeLeon Springs was deeply affected by the news, as the couple was well-known and respected in the area. There were no arrests or suspects beyond the initial findings of the murder-suicide, and no further litigations or law cases were reported in connection with their deaths. The case was closed following the confirmation of the murder-suicide scenario.
