Jacqueline Platt Aherron, 83, passed away peacefully on September 15, surrounded by
family. She was born on May 11, 1943, in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania, to Earl and
Mildred Platt. Jackie married Carlton Thomas Aherron in 1963. They had two sons,
Thomas and Neal, before Carlton’s passing in 1974.

Jackie devoted her life to raising her sons and caring for her family. She created a
warm, welcoming home where there was always a homemade meal and a delicious
dessert. She loved cooking and had a passion for collectibles. She especially enjoyed
attending estate sales and garage sales, always looking for a “whale of a deal” and
searching for keepsakes for friends and family. She met many lifelong friends while
working for AJF Leasing, which later became XTRA Lease.

Jackie is survived by her sons, Thomas and Neal (Kathy); her brother, Vernon (Vicki);
and her treasured granddaughters, Aly (Gustav) and Abby. She was preceded in death
by her parents, her spouse and her brother, Dewitt (Grace).

A private graveside burial will be forthcoming. A celebration of life will be held on
September 27 at Helen Fitzgerald’s from 5 to 9 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Brain Injury
Association of Missouri.