Jackie Burnett, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2026, at the age of 93. Born in Port Neches on July 17, 1933, Jackie lived a life full of warmth, joy, and an unwavering commitment to her loved ones. She was known for her vibrant spirit, her love of travel, and her impeccable sense of style, always "Dressed to the Nines."

Jackie Burnett is Port Neches through and through. Born in Port Neches, baptized at St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches, where she was a lifetime parishioner, a 1952 Port Neches High School cheerleader, Port Neches Mother of the year, Port Neches Citizen of the year, Port Neches family of the year, and 2019 Port Neches Parade Marshall. She truly had a special love for her community.

Jackie found immense joy in her family, cherishing every moment spent with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Her faith was a cornerstone of her life, providing comfort and guidance throughout her years. She created a home filled with love and laughter, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and devotion that will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

She is survived by her brother in law, Riley Burnett; her loving sons, Judge Brad Burnett and his wife, Teresa of Port Neches, and Coach Matt Burnett and his wife, Lindy of Port Neches; her devoted daughters, Tracey Murray and her husband, Aaron of Waverly, Ohio, and Kim Tackett and her husband, Tony of Waverly, Ohio. Jackie's memory will also be cherished by her numerous grandchildren, Jake Burnett and his wife, Rachel, Bradie Burnett-Milligan and her husband, Randy, Cori Lira and her husband, Josh, Clint Burnett and his fiancee, Hope Bidinger, Cami Tuttle and her husband, Charlie Will, Britney Williamson and her husband, Ben, Meagan Burnett, Bryce Burnett and his wife, Shannon, Blake Murray and his wife, Addie, Calley Reed and her husband, Kitt, Anthony Tackett and his wife, Courtney, and Timothy Tackett and his wife, Leanna. She also leaves behind twenty-four great-grandchildren, Jaden, Tessa, Jace, Madi, Preslie and her husband, Matthew, Molli, Logan, Jodi, Parker, Wyatt, Layla, Joely, Riley, Beau, Bryley, Piper, Zephyr, Crimson, Lydia, Charli, Taytim, Ruxin, Tilly and her newest great-grand daughter who is her namesake, Jackie.

Jackie was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 33 years, Jimmy Burnett; her son, Riley Burnett; her daughter-in-law, Betsy Burnett; and her brothers, H. C. Hebert, Jr., Lloyd Hebert, Curtis Hebert, and sister, Patty Kasper.

Her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends, who will forever remember her grace, her love, and her beautiful spirit.

The family would like to express their sincere appreciation to April, Megan, Sandra, Mel and the entire staff of April's House of Angels, as well as Compassion Hospice and Jackie’s nurse, Dianna Granados and her nurse’s aid Kiki for their loving care.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at Melancon~Levingston Funeral Home in Port Neches, from 10:00am to 12:30pm with a Rosary at 11:30am. A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 1:00pm a St. Elizabeth Catholic Church in Port Neches with Father Shane Baxter, Celebrant. Interment will follow at Oak Bluff Memorial Park in Port Neches.