Jackie L. Shue, 86, of Baker passed away on February 4, 2018. He was born on September 12, 1931 in Lexington, NC to Dewey and Mary Shue.
Jackie played Minor League Baseball with the Dodgers in Panama City, FL. He was active in sports during his career in the U.S. Air Force and finished his career as Recreation Director.
After retiring from the Air Force, he settled in Baker as a farmer, mainly hay and cattle. He enjoyed helping the community especially to those in need. He was a very giving and loving man and provided for his family very well.
He was preceded in death by his sisters, Ruby Friend and Mae Boone and his brother, Bill Shue.
Survivors include: his wife of 65 years, Melba; children, Phillip L. Shue (Kim) and Pamela J. Sisneros; grandchildren, Matthew Shue and Seth Sisneros; sister, Edith Weaver; sister-in-law, Joyce Rhodes; brothers-in-law, Hollis Sanford, Fred Sanford, and Marvin Sanford; and many other family members and friends.
Trahan Family Funeral Home of Milton is in charge of arrangements.
Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, February 9, 2018 at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church, 5595 Highway 4, Baker, FL 32531.
Family will receive friends from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 8, 2018 also at the church.
He will be missed by all who knew him.