Gaynell Rudder Jackson, 88

Gaynell Rudder Jackson, 88, a cherished member of the Mt. Sterling community, passed away peacefully, Friday, May 30, 2025, at Jewish Hospital in Louisville.
Born Dec. 3, 1936, in Mt. Sterling, she was the daughter of the late Espy and Lalah Griffin Rudder.  She cherished her hometown, where she later graduated from Mt. Sterling High School.  She dedicated 61 years of her life to her beloved husband, Billy Jackson, and together they raised a family rooted in love and loyalty.  She was the proud mother of Ann Moore and Brad Jackson, whose strength and dedication reflect the values she  instilled in her family.  Known for her quiet demeanor and attentive nature, she was a great listener, always there for her loved ones with a gentle word.  As a devoted member of the First Church of God, she found joy and companionship in church luncheons and community events.  Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, nurturing her spirit and guiding her in her daily interactions.  She was also a passionate bird watcher and took great delight tending to her beautiful porch flowers, transforming her outdoor space into a sanctuary of color and life.  Her love for college basketball, particularly her unwavering support for UK and Auburn, brought her immense joy and a sense of camaraderie with friends and family alike.  Her loyalty to her family and friends was unwavering, and her presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Survivors include her daughter, Ann Jackson Moore (Jim); brother, Doug Rudder (Laura); grand fur babies, Jake and Benji; several nieces and nephews; several great-nieces and nephews; brothers-in-law, Darvin Jackson (Linda) and Bill Lyle; sister-in-law, Linda Jackson (Jim Costigan); and special best friend, Helen Goldie.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Billy Jackson; cherished son, Brad Jackson; siblings, Norma Jean Lyle, Evelyn Smith, Marion Wayne Rudder and Paul Dale Rudder; and sister-in-law, Louise Hovermale. 
Service was conducted Tuesday, June 3, at First Church of God with Pastor David Dooley officiating. Burial was in Machpelah Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Adam Jackson, James Willoughby, Gerald Hovermale, Greg Lyle, Tommy Lyle and Larry Goldie.
Honorary pallbearers were Bill Lyle, Billy Lyle, Darrell Poynter, Darvin Jackson and Jim Costigan.
In remembering her, we celebrate a life dedicated to love, family, and faith—a life that will forever remain in the hearts of those she touched.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made in her memory to the First Church of God, 1051 Camargo Rd., Mt. Sterling, Ky., 40353.
Guestbook available at www.coffmanfuneral.com.
Arrangements under the direct care of Coffman Funeral Home and Crematory.