Jacky “Jack” Dale McMullin, 82, of Benton, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, November 6, 2026, at the Marshall County Hospital.
Jack, also known as “Pap” to many, was born on May 13, 1944, in Hickman County to the late Fadye and Helen Standridge McMullin. He understood the value of an honest day’s work and took pride in every role he held throughout his life. Jack worked at the Battery Plant and also spent time at the Carbide Chemical Plant before working at and retiring from the Jesco Industrial Plant in 2009. He had a strong work ethic and a willingness to do what needed to be done, not just promptly, but right then if he had the ability to do so.
Outside of work, Jack found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He enjoyed hunting and commercial fishing, pastimes that allowed him to appreciate the outdoors and the peace that came with time spent in nature. He also enjoyed watching truck pulls, where he could take in the excitement and cheer on his son-in-law. Woodworking was another interest that reflected his patience and skill, and it gave him the satisfaction of creating something lasting with his own hands, and also fulfillment of doing for others, as a lot of his creations went to family and friends.
Jack was a Christian and attended Faith Missionary Baptist Church. His faith was an important part of the way he lived his life. He carried himself with humility and kindness. He was a friend to everyone, or as his grandson said, he was not only a friend, but “Pap,” to everyone. Those who knew him will remember that he was loving, kind, and selfless, always ready to lend a hand, offer encouragement, or simply be there when someone needed him. He did not seek recognition for the good he did, but his actions spoke clearly of the depth of his character and the sincerity of his heart.
Jack’s greatest accomplishment of all to him was no doubt the life and family that he and his wife of 63 years, Peggy, built. He cherished each generation, but nothing held a candle to being a Pap to his great-grandbabies. He was dedicated to spoiling them every chance he had. He leaves a legacy of love and selflessness that won’t soon be forgotten.
Jack is survived by his wife, Peggy McMullin; one daughter, Kim Greer (Shane); one son, Timmy McMullin (Cheryl), all of Benton; two sisters, Martha Ann Ramsey and Tina Carmen; one brother, Mike McMullin; three grandchildren, Brad McMullin (Amanda), Chase Greer (Maggie), and Chaney Reed (Jacob); and six great-grandchildren, Brayden McMullin, Jaxon McMullin, McKenzie McMullin, Drake Greer, Oaklynn Reed, and Stevie Kate Reed.
He was preceded in death by one sister, Shirley Walston; one brother, Don McMullin; one niece, Tammy McMullin; and his parents, Fadye and Helen Standridge McMullin.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donation to the Briensburg Cemetery fund, ℅ Barbara Crouch, 3277 Palma Rd, Calvert City, KY 42029, or to Faith Missionary Baptist Church, 1258 US-641, Benton, KY 42025.
Visitation will be from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at the Life Celebration Center of Filbeck-Cann, 1003 Poplar Street, Benton, KY 42025.
A funeral service will be held at 1:00 PM on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the Life Celebration Center of Filbeck-Cann with Bro. Nathan Ruggles officiating. Burial will follow at Briensburg Cemetery.
To share a memory or leave a message for the family, please visit Jack’s Tribute Wall at www.filbeckandcann.com
