Jack A. Lashmett

Jack A. Lashmett
Jacksonville - Jack A. Lashmett, 89, of Jacksonville, passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2024, at Memorial Hospital in Springfield, surrounded by his family.
He was born on October 5, 1934 in Scott County to James T. and Minnie Rita Lashmett. He married Dorothy J. Smith in Winchester on October 22, 1955. They celebrated 68 years together, and had four sons, John, Craig, Pearce, and Jackson.
Jack was known for his quick wit and his ability to fix any piece of equipment or engineer a solution to any problem. He loved being in the cab of any piece of equipment, earning a reputation for his operating skills and expertise. In 1976, Jack designed, engineered, and manufactured the first Lashmett Sled, among many other creations. He also enjoyed helping his sons, Jackson and Craig, on the farm. Above all else, Jack loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jack's legacy of innovation and hard work will be remembered by all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jack is survived by his wife, Dorothy, of Jacksonville; sons, John of Chicago, Pearce of Lake Forest, and Jackson (Sarah) Lashmett of Winchester; daughter-in-law, Barb Lashmett of Winchester; seven grandchildren, Tim (Celeste), Phillip (fiancée, Lindsey Foubester), Wes (Kaylie), Abby (Brandon) Whewell, and Millie, Jackie, and Gracie Lashmett, all of Winchester; and four great-grandchildren, AJ and Annalynn Lashmett, Jameson Lashmett, Jack Whewell, and another arriving in August. He is also survived by two sisters, Carol (Bob) Sellars and Linda (Ron) Slagle, both of Winchester. He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Craig; and siblings, George (Mary), Jimmy (Marcella), Bill (Lucille), Wilma (Don), Geraldine (Don), Dan, Larry (Nancy), Warren (Susan), Judy, and Thomas, Ned, and Sarah in infancy.
Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Thursday, May 2nd at the Mackey Daws Funeral Home in Winchester. Visitation will be Wednesday, May 1st from 4PM - 7PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at the Winchester City Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to the Scott County Fair. Condolences may be left online at www.dawsfuneralhome.com