Graveside funeral service for Mr. Ray Wilson Jacks, age 91, of Elora, TN will be conducted at 11 AM on Monday, August 17, 2020 at Elora Cemetery with Bro. Mike Robertson officiating. There will be no visitation prior to the graveside service.
Ray was born on May 29, 1929 in Elora, Lincoln County, Tennessee to the late Raymon Ellis and Ruby Zell Hardin Jacks. He was a graduate of Flintville High School and served in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict as a jet engine mechanic. Mr. Jacks retired from US Army Missile Command at Redstone Arsenal, was a Lincoln County Circuit Court officer for 20 years, and served 3 terms as a Lincoln Co. Commissioner. Ray loved being outdoors working on his farm, hunting, rooting for the Atlanta Braves, and he was a member of the Elora Baptist Church. Mr. Jacks passed away on August 14, 2020 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family.
Survivors include his wife of almost 59 years, Nellie Ruth Fenn Jacks; children, Marilyn (Gary) Davis of Murfreesboro, TN; Pamela (Dennis) Atkinson of Old Hickory, TN; and Andy (Patricia) Jacks of Elora; grandchildren, Wendie (Jamie) Thompson, Christopher Davis, and Alan (Jennifer) Davis; and great-grandchildren, Ben Thompson, Grant Thompson, Tennyson Davis, and Presley Davis. In addition to his parents, Mr. Jacks was preceded in death by his brothers, Joe L., and Bob H. Jacks.
At Elora Cemetery, Eric Reed, Butch Collins, Vince Rutledge, Charlie Morgan, Bernie Cushman, and Nicky Scivally will serve as active pallbearers. Billy Dodson and Malcom Gardner will serve as honorary pallbearers.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Mr. Ray Wilson Jacks.
13 Comments To "Ray Wilson Jacks"
#1 Comment By Wanda Shelton On August 15, 2020 @ 1:12 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
#2 Comment By GREGG & ANITA EDWARDS & FAMILY On August 15, 2020 @ 2:33 pm
Sending condolences to the Jacks family during this time of loss.
#3 Comment By Rickey & Denise Smith On August 15, 2020 @ 5:24 pm
our thoughts and prayers are with you guys; Ray was a wonderful man and will be missed greatly.
#4 Comment By Harold and Brenda Edwards On August 15, 2020 @ 5:50 pm
Our prayers go out to you and your family.
#5 Comment By Terri Edwards Bukar (Court Reporter) On August 15, 2020 @ 6:14 pm
Mr. Jacks holds a warm spot in my heart. We worked together for 20 years in the court system. We laughed a lot, worked long hours during trials and he was a good trooper. Did a great job. He was a special man and will be greatly missed.
#6 Comment By Judy Kite McLeod On August 15, 2020 @ 8:05 pm
I sat next to Mr. Ray for many years while he worked with the Court. He was always so pleasant and kind. My condolences to his family.
#7 Comment By Faye Moon Ellis On August 16, 2020 @ 10:35 am
So sorry, Ray was one of my favorite cousins even though we didn’t see each other often he holds a special place in my heart he will be truly missed. May God comfort you in your loss.
#8 Comment By Vikki Collins Mason On August 16, 2020 @ 4:03 pm
Ray was a wonderful man and family friend for many years. We all have such fond memories of time spent with him. The Collins family sends thoughts and prayers to the Jacks family at this time of loss.
#9 Comment By Katherine Miller and Jennifer Ball On August 17, 2020 @ 8:15 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
#10 Comment By Barry and Janice Green On August 17, 2020 @ 11:03 am
Sending prayers and thoughts to the family always loved talking with Mr. Ray he was always kind and a very nice person
Janice Green
#11 Comment By Ola Archer On August 18, 2020 @ 1:50 pm
Such a wonderful man and neighbor. Sending deepest sympathies to the family during this tragic time.
#12 Comment By Mary Wilson On August 18, 2020 @ 9:52 pm
So sorry to hear of mr. Rays passing. I always enjoyed talking to him when I saw him.
#13 Comment By Rebecca Siejack On September 21, 2020 @ 3:58 pm
I am so sorry for your loss. Ray was a good man and a good friend and neighbor to my husband. We will miss him so much. God rest his soul, and may Gods peace be with you, Nellie, and all the family.