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Jackie Sublett Obituary
NEWARK: A funeral service celebrating the life of Jackie D. "Jack" Sublett, age 71, of Newark, will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 30, at Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home. Burial will take place in Wilson Cemetery where military honors will be observed by the Licking County Veterans Alliance.
Jack was born February 14, 1943 in Soldier, Kentucky. He passed away on Friday, April 25, 2014 at Heartland of Westerville.
Jack retired from the United States Air Force where he proudly served for 20 years from 1960-1980, spending over 15 years in foreign service. He served with distinction and honor, receiving many distinguished military medals. Upon retiring from the United States Air Force at the age of 37, he accepted a position with American Electric Power. He worked as a training coordinator for an additional 22 years and retired for a second time at the age of 59. Upon his retirement from AEP, he purchased Class-A-Trophy, a long-standing business in Newark, Ohio, which he operated until the time of his passing.
Jack loved to fish, golf and spend time with his children and grandchildren. He was fondly known by his grandchildren as "Afi". He was a loving spouse, father and grandfather. Jack was a very kind man who was blessed with many friends and family members located in the Newark area and other parts of the world.
Jack is survived by his wife of nearly 53 years, Katrin A. (Magnusdottir) Sublett, whom he married May 20, 1961; three children, Jackie D. (Lori) Sublett, Jr. of Pataskala, Magnus J. (Christine) Sublett of St. Petersburg, Florida and Gina M. (Charles A., Jr. "Chuck")Wills of Heath; grandchildren, Natalie Sublett, Jonathan (Patricia) Sublett, Sarah Sublett, Shelby Sublett, Olivia O'Ryan, Amelia O'Ryan, Joshua O'Ryan and Charlie Alana Wills; step-grandchildren, Shelby Wills, Taylor Wills and Shaylin Wills; six sisters, Janet, Joyce, Kay, Susie, Christy and Debbie; a brother, Steve; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Betty; and two brothers, Hubert and Gary.
Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. on Tuesday, April 29, at the funeral home, 179 Granville Street, Newark.
Criss Wagner Hoskinson Funeral Home is honored to care for the Sublett family. Please visit www.CrissWagnerHoskinson.com to share a special memory about Jack or to sign an online guest book.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Jackie Sublett
Harry Biela
May 23, 2014
So sorry for your loss. My husband Harry Biela were stationed in Iceland at the same time and bartended at the same place.
Jon Griffith
May 1, 2014
I was very sad to hear of Jacks passing today when I went into the trophy shop. He was a wonderful man and provided excellent service.
Joyce Ayers
May 1, 2014
Jack was a very kind man. It was always a pleasure to do business at Class A Trophy.
Lisa Wells
April 28, 2014
Our deepest sympathies to all of you. How incredibly privileged I feel to have known and loved Jack too! He was an amazing man who loved his family beyond measure! Love and prayers to each of you as you learn to live with a piece of your heart waiting for you in heaven! Love you all! Lisa Ann & Family
Shane Gill
April 28, 2014
Jimmy,
It was so sad to hear of your father's passing last Friday. What an honor to meet him, and to see the love and devotion that you and Jack, Jr. showed to him. My condolences to you all.
April 28, 2014
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Brian and Michelle Miller
Margaret Kelly
April 28, 2014
Magnus
I am so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Hold is memories close to give you comfort. Sending you a hug!
Connie and Sally
April 28, 2014
Magnus, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this tough time.
Robbie Priest
April 28, 2014
Gina & family
So very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad. My thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
rick moore
April 27, 2014
We are sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Peter Luft
April 27, 2014
So very sorry. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Steve & Connie Park
April 27, 2014
Gina, Chuck and family,
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. We are thinking of you at this difficult time.
Lori Richardson
April 27, 2014
Gina, so sorry to hear about your dad. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
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