“I thank my God every time I remember you.” Philippians 1:3

Pauline Emmer Tackett, 97, of Hewett, West Virginia went to be with the Lord on May 3rd, 2026, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side, where she built a life surrounded by love. She was and continues to be a beloved woman, mother, grandmother, wife, and daughter.

Pauline was born on December 8, 1928, in Madison, West Virginia to the late John Abner Ellis and Rosa Blankenship.From infancy, Pauline was raised by Ellen Elkins after her parents’ passing. She tied the knot with her husband, Leonard Tackett, on September 11, 1948, and was blessed with six children – all boys – who she loved dearly.

Pauline is survived by four of her sons, Jerry (Loretta) Tackett, Randall (Leah) Tackett, Tommy (Vera) Tackett, and Wayne(Mary) Tackett; grandchildren, Pauline Bell, Mary Bell, Cindy Ball, Heather Adkins, Janet Tackett-McComas, Brenda Asbury, Jeremiah Tackett, Adrianna Tackett, Makayla Tackett, Brooke Tincher, and Natasha Masterson; and a host of great grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren. 

She was preceded in death by her parents, John Abner Ellis, Rosa Blankenship, and Ellen Elkins; her husband, Leonard Tackett; two of her sons, Freddie Joe Tackett and Edward “Estel” Tackett; her siblings, Burl “Junior” Elkins, Clarence Elkins, Elvin Elkins, Lucille Tackett, Roma Dolin, Goldie Elkins, Carrie Elkins, Carlie Elkins, Carl Ellis, Virgil Ellis, Nellie Powell, and Merle Clay and Emmer Ball; her daughter-in-law, Brenda Tackett; and her grandson, Joey Tackett.

Pauline spent her time cooking, listening to music, talking to her friends and family on the phone, playing bingo, and reading the Bible. She was a devoted Christian and a member of Spencer United Methodist Church. She loved to try new recipes and her door was always open for conversation and a warm meal. She will be deeply missed by her friends, family, and all who knew her.

Pauline’s family would like to extend their greatest thanks to Gayle Chandler. Her efforts in caring for Pauline in her time of need can never be repaid or thanked enough.

A funeral service will be held at Handley Funeral Home on Thursday, May 7th, 2026, at 2:00pm with Rev. Roger McCauley officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Pauline will be laid to rest in Family Gardens in Danville, West Virginia.