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Eugene Jett Obituary
FLEMINGSBURG — Eugene "Gene" Jett, 91, of Flemingsburg, passed away Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at Fleming County Hospital.
Born in Mason County on December 21, 1930, he was the son of the late Charles Elmer Jett and the late Lillian Cubberly Jett.
Gene was the superintendant at the Fleming County Water Association for 43 years and also owned and operated Jett Heating and Plumbing. He was a member of the Fleming 112 Masonic Lodge for 70 years. He also attended Flemingsburg Christian Church and was a member of Shiloh United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his son, Johnny (Donna) Jett of Wallingford; his great-grandchildren, Jonathan and Nicholas Jett; his great-great-grandchildren, Gideon Creed Jett and Raylynn Grace Jett; several nieces and nephews; and his companion of 12 years, Virginia Belt.
In addition to his parents, Gene was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Leota Hawkins Jett; his son, William Eugene "Billy" Jett; his grandson, Johnny Eugene "John" Jett; and his siblings, Billy Jett, Marjorie Gorman, Ralph Jett, and Dorthy Nell Jett.
The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m., Saturday, July 23, 2022, at the Flemingsburg Christian Church with Bro. Tom Fern officiating.
Gene will be laid to rest in Hillsboro Cemetery.
Pallbearers include Josh Stacy, Steve Fearin, John Colgan, Sherman Thompson, Jason Smedley, and Nicholas Jett. Honorary Pallbearers include Billy Dyer, Craig Smith, Paul Hamilton, Butch Hall, and Dennis Forte.
Visitation will be from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. on Friday, July 22, 2022, at the Flemingsburg Christian Church. Masonic rights will be performed at 7 p.m.
Boone-Nickell Funeral Home is caring for all arrangements for Mr. Jett
In place of flowers, please consider a contribution in memory of Gene to the Fleming 112 Masonic Lodge at 161 Helphenstine Rd., Wallingford, Ky. 41041; or to The Shriners Hospital, Attn: Processing Center, PO Box 947765, Atlanta, Ga. 30394.
Friends may offer online condolences at www.boonenickellfuneralhome.com
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Judy Erwin
July 15, 2023
Loved seeing him visit his son Johnny on various job sites. I know his family miss him dearly. He was such a gentle soul and passed this down to his family. He is so missed by everyone who has seen him on the show.
Judith Erwin
July 28, 2022
So very sorry to hear of Mr. Jett's passing. He will be so missed by his loved ones and by the many people that have seen him along side his son Johnny on TV. He was such a sweet man.
B. C. Hawkins
July 27, 2022
In your time of loss, rest assured that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Both Gene & Leota are fondly remembered & missed. Love, Cousin Ben & family
Jim Woods
July 25, 2022
As a young engineer, I recall working with Mr. Jett on a water line project in the Flemingsburg area back in the mid-1980s. Mr. Jett was very friendly and good to work with.
william hanley
July 21, 2022
sweet dreams old friend
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