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Albert ‘Earl’ Jett, Sr. age 77, of Rockford, died Thursday, July 20, 2023 at home surrounded by his family.
Earl was a 1963 Grad of Porter High School and a lifetime member of Central Point Baptist Church. He worked for 30 years at ALCOA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Elwood and Bernie Jett; brothers, Bill and James Edward Jett.
Survivors include his wife of 55 years, Doris Houk Jett; sons, Earl (Jennifer) Jett Jr., Eddie (Heather) Jett; daughters, Robin (John) Dayton, Kristi (Spencer) Gregg; brother, Doug (Pauline) Jett; sister, Wilma McDaniel; grandchildren, Jared (Megan), Jonah (Katie), Jackson, Sara, Sam, Jacob, Sarah, Duncan, Sam, Anne, Samantha, Nicolas, Ella, Oliver, Milo; great grandchildren, Mason, Easton, Hudson.
The family would like to give a special thanks to nephew, Larry Jett; UT Hospice nurses, Ashley & Heather, and his caregivers, Linda & Adam.
Graveside Ceremony will be 2:00 PM Sunday, July23, 2023 at Central Point Cemetery, Rockford, with Jimmy and Earl Jett, officiating. Arrangements entrusted to Dotson Funeral Home, Wildwood. (865-984-5959) Online Book of Memories - www.dotsonfuneralhome.com
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