Jackie C. Scherer, 61, passed away on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at Teays Valley Center in Hurricane, West Virginia. Born in Reading, PA on March 30, 1964, she was the daughter of the late John F. and Lorraine P. Scherer. Jackie was a 1982 graduate of Muhlenberg High School. She was also the wife of the late Gary L. Elder who passed away in late 2014. A long time employee of Cabell County Schools, Jackie loved contributing to bettering the lives of her community. She is survived by her son, Dylan, and daughter-in-law, Hannah. Jackie was the youngest of 11 children and is survived by her sisters Alicia, Tina, Debbie, Jennifer, Lori, and brother Bob. Jackie is also survived by her sister-in-law, Beth, brother-in-law, Charles, and mother-in-law Sharon. Jackie was blessed on both sides of the family to be survived by a multitude of nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews. Services will be held at Wallace Funeral Home & Chapel in Barboursville, WV on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Visitation will begin at noon with a brief word from her pastor at 1 p.m., and there will be time for individuals to share memories and final words following. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.timeformemory.com/wallace.
