Jack E. Brackney
d. February 12, 2022
Jack Brackney, age 78, of Athens, passed away on Saturday, February 12, 2022 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield.
Jack was born on March 28, 1943 in Lima, Ohio, the son of Paul and Virginia (Cullen) Brackney.
He married Sandi Richards on August 23, 1969 at the Green Valley Methodist Church.
Mourning his passing is his wife, Sandi; daughter, Rebecca Brackney of Memphis, TN; son, Paul Brandon Brackney of Springfield, IL; two grandsons, Austin and Cameron; granddaughter, Evandra; two brothers, Paul Jerry (wife Elaine) Brackney and their three sons, Daryl, Danny, and Denny; and Ronald Brackney and his daughter, Vicki; one sister, Patricia Myers and her daughter, Brigette Fraase; and his loyal friend, Darrell Wells.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Jack graduated from Wapakoneta High School in Ohio in 1961. He graduated from Spartan School of Aeronautics and Dale Carnegie Leadership Training.
He worked for Standard Aero for 36 years and in 1998 received the FAA Maintenance Technician of the Year Award, helped maintain and inspect Bunn-o-matic aircraft, did private aviation consulting, and delivered flowers for CID Florals in Sherman.
Jack served for the US Navy from 1961 through 1965 during the Cuban Missile Crisis.
At the age of 12 he helped the Civil Defense Ground Observer Corporation in identifying Russian Aircraft. In 1975 he had the honor of delivering a refurbished BAC 1-11 (British Aircraft Corporation) for Hilton Hotels to Germany.
He was a charter member of the Athens Lions Club, Longbridge Golf Garrett SPI Retirees Golf Club, Athens Volunteer Firemen, a Girl Scout father, member of the HICKS Fishing Club, and an avid Poker Player.
He was a private pilot and proud owner of a Cessna 150 and a Cessna 172.
Cremation rites will be accorded.
A visitation for Jack will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 from 4:00 until 7:00 PM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home in Athens. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, February 19, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Mott & Henning Funeral Home with Military Honors and a Final Salute and Lion’s Club Memorial Service Rites with Final Send Off. The memorial service will be streamed live on the Mott & Henning Funeral Home’s Facebook page.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Athens United Methodist Church, Athens Lions Club, or St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
Mott & Henning Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences can be shared at www.mottandhenning.com.
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Posted February 14th, 2022 at 5:48 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. I remember when Helen (our daughter -in- law) watched Evandra at her daycare. She was so sweet and beautiful.
You are in our prayers.
Posted February 14th, 2022 at 5:52 pm
My thoughts and prayers are with Sandy, Becky and Brandon. I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a great neighbor for the 13 years I lived by him.
Posted February 14th, 2022 at 7:54 pm
I met Jack 25 years ago when I started work at Garrett Aviation. Jack was a great mentor and shared several gems of advice that I will always treasure.
I can still see him in the back row at a company meeting, arms crossed and head back, announcing that the latest idea by upper management was “the dumbest thing I’ve ever heard”, to the delight of all of the floor workers.
I learned a lot from Jack and will miss him dearly. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Posted February 15th, 2022 at 7:35 am
Sorry for the passing of Jack, may he rest in peace. Worked with him from Capital Aviation thru StandardAero.
Posted February 15th, 2022 at 2:28 pm
We send our deepest condolences to the family!
Posted February 15th, 2022 at 3:40 pm
We were saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. May The Lord comfort you all in the days ahead.
Posted February 16th, 2022 at 8:30 am
I am saddened to learn of Jack’s passing and offer deepest condolences. I pray you find comfort in fond memories and the love of family and friends.
Posted February 17th, 2022 at 9:48 am
Dear Sandi and family, So sorry to learn of Jack’s passing. I met you Sandi volunteering at PHI 5 at Saint John’s. You were always so sweet and helpful. I will pray for comfort and peace for your family.
Mary Margaret Giesing
Posted February 18th, 2022 at 7:07 pm
Sandi and family, we are very sad to hear of Jack’s passing. You were good neighbors and I always enjoyed talking with Jack when he came over to fish. May fond memories and the love of friends and family help you cope with your loss.
Posted February 18th, 2022 at 8:11 pm
Please accept my sincere condolences on your loss. Jack and I worked together for 25 years at Garrett. He was always a good spirited, amiable and hardworking man for whom I have great respect. I will always feel myself fortunate to have known him.
I am sorry I was not able to attend the visitation. I will remember him and his family in my prayers.
Posted February 19th, 2022 at 10:44 am
Sandy, Becky & Brandon: We were so very sorry to read about Jack’s death. He was a great neighbor, sounds like he had a great life, and we know he has a great family. Our deepest sympathy.
Mike, David and Max Kienzler
Posted February 19th, 2022 at 10:45 am
Mark and I both worked with Jack for many years at Garrett. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. May you find comfort in all of your wonderful memories.
Posted February 19th, 2022 at 4:26 pm
I worked with Jack for several years. He was such a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you Sandi, Becky and Brandon. May Jack Rest In Peace.