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Jackie died December 2, 2014 after a brief hospitalization and a valiant fight with neurological disease.
Born November 3, 1961 in Clarksville, TN, she was the first child of Jack and Margie Pillers. Jackie was the role model and protector of her sister, Jennifer (Ted) Cox; the doting aunt of nephews, Michael (Kristen & great nephew, Thomas) Cox, and Ryan (Lauren, with Emmaleigh and Jace), and a constant cheerleader for her brave brother-in-law, Ted Cox, who served in the Army special forces (MSG).
Jackie earned her B.S. degree at UT Knoxville (1985) and marched with her clarinet in the Pride of the Southland Band. She had a long and shining career in Nashville television, having “worked the trifecta,” at WSMV (4), WKRN (2) and WTVF (5). Jackie loved Las Vegas, big events, the Atlanta Braves, sweet white wine, and country music from classic to contemporary. Her rolodex was unrivaled. She was adored and trusted by the stars and (more importantly) their publicists. Jackie was a Nashville sophisticate who never forgot her Clarksville roots.
Her laugh was infectious and unforgettable. She was the brightest (and blondest) sight in any room. Jackie left this life with more friends than anyone can count. And as an organ donor, she left her own priceless gifts.
Jackie was preceded in death by her father, Jack.
She is survived by her adoring mother, Margie; supportive sister, Jennifer (Ted) Cox; nephews, Michael (Kristen and great nephew, Thomas), & Ryan Cox; dear cousin, Cindy (Jimmy and son, Jarod); aunt, Mary Nell Proffit; many cousins, scores of friends, and BFF, Demetria Kalodimos.
Visitation will be from 4 p.m. until 8 p.m. on Friday at Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison St., Clarksville, TN. A celebration of life, laughter and music will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday with visitation from 11 a.m. until the service begins.
In lieu of flowers, donate graciously to your favorite charity. Jackie would love that.
Arrangements entrusted to Neal-Tarpley-Parchman Funeral Home, 1510 Madison Street, Clarksville, TN 37040.
Online condolences may be made at www.neal-tarpley.com.