Magdalene Pilcher Jackson

Magdalene Pilcher Jackson, a beacon of warmth and faith, passed away peacefully on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024, in Providence Pointe, Paducah, Kentucky, concluding a chapter of love and legacy. Born on August 31, 1944, in Ripley, Tennessee, Magdalene's journey spanned eighty vibrant years, marked by her enduring devotion to family, her unwavering spiritual life, and her passionate engagement with the world around her.

As the cherished matriarch of a large and loving family, Magdalene embraced each day with tenderness and care. She is survived by her two daughters, Angela Williams and her husband, Gary, of Paducah, Kentucky, and Sherry White and her husband, Tim, of Winchester, Virginia; her supportive sons, John Mark Jackson of Paducah, Kentucky, and Joseph Jackson, along with his wife, Leigh Ann, of Possum Trot, Kentucky. Her sister Ellen Pilcher of Joshua, Texas, will fondly remember Magdalene's bright spirit and the special bond they shared. Her life's joy was further multiplied by her eight grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren, along with several nieces and nephews, all of whom will carry her memory in their hearts.

Magdalene was greeted in the life beyond by those who paved her path to Heaven: her loving husband of 55 years, Rev. Larry G. Jackson; her sisters, Mary Ann Durrett and her twin, Martha Dean Jabbour; her brother, Terry Pilcher; and her loving parents, Lynt J. Pilcher and Elizabeth Gaines Pilcher.

Engaged and active in her community, Magdalene was a steadfast member of Trace Creek Baptist Church, where she served with grace. As a Pastor's wife, she was a pillar of strength, offering her guidance and wisdom in the Children's Ministry, teaching Sunday School, and lifting her voice in melodic praise as part of the choir. Her nurturing presence was felt throughout the congregation, and her contributions will remain a treasured part of its foundation.

Magdalene's interests painted the picture of a life lived with zest and tenderness. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life, such as babysitting, where she imparted love and laughter to those in her care. Her kitchen was a haven of homely scents and tastes, wherein she expressed her love through the meticulous craft of cooking and baking. The beauty of nature captivated Magdalene, and she tended to her flower garden with the same gentle touch that she extended to all life. Her soul found expression through poetry and the diligent keeping of a journal, which captured the essence of her thoughts and the depth of her introspection.

To know Magdalene was to experience love in its purest form. She navigated life with a faith-filled spirit that inspired and comforted those around her. Her loving demeanor was infectious, and her spirited nature lifted the spirits of everyone she encountered. Magdalene's passing leaves behind a legacy of kindness, a testament to a life rooted in love and faith.

Magdalene Pilcher Jackson's footprints leave an indelible mark on the hearts of those she knew and loved. As we reflect on her life, we find solace in the memories shared, the wisdom imparted, and the love that will continue to resonate within us. Although her earthly presence will be deeply missed, her spirit will persist in the fabric of the lives she so beautifully wove together.

Family would like to give a special Thank You to, Mercy Health Hospice, Providence Pointe, Caring People Services, and private sitters for taking exceptional care of our mother.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. Monday, December 30, 2024 at the Lone Oak Chapel of Milner & Orr Funeral Home with Rev. Ronnie Stinson, Sr. and Rev. Ronnie Stinson, Jr. officiating. Burial will follow at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens.

Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. Monday at the funeral home.

Expressions of sympathy may take the form of contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association, 6100 Dutchmans Lane, Suite 401, Louisville, KY 40205, or to the Gideons International, P.O. Box 8436, Paducah, KY 42002, and to Mercy Health Hospice, 1530 Lone Oak Road, Paducah, KY 42003.

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