Jackie Lee (Simms) Dillow

Jackie Lee Dillow, age 80 of Perryville, Mo., went home to her Lord and Savior, Saturday, May 31, 2025 at her home. 

She was born Feb. 19, 1945, the daughter of James Harold and Mary Lee Simms.

She married James William Dillow on June 3, 1978 in Anna. 

He preceded her in death on Dec. 29, 2024.

Jackie is survived by her two daughters, Lynn (Buddy) Hellman of Perryville, Lea (Randy) Wright of Anna; four grandchildren, Dylan (Alanna) Hellman, Blake Hellman, Madison (Bradley) West, and Jacob Wright; two great-grandchildren, Carter and Lenna Hellman; three halfsisters, Debra McClinton, Donna Essner, and Denise Hopkins; nieces and nephews; other extended family and friends. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, James Dillow; son, John Wagoner; brother, James Thomas Simms; and sister, Wanda Lue Simms.

Jackie worked many years for Kroger, retiring in 2000. 

She was a member of the First Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Jackie had a deep appreciation for her faith and love in Jesus and valued her relationships with her church family. 

She enjoyed time with her grandchildren, family gatherings and sewing. 

Jackie and James enjoyed traveling and camping, making unforgettable memories on each adventure.

Funeral services were on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna with Pastor Nate Ammon and Pastor Perry Williams officiating. Interment was in the Anna Cemetery. 

Memorial contributions are preferred to the First Baptist Church in Jonesboro. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.