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Posted by: Stacey Shrader Joslin on Feb 17, 2020

Jackson lawyer Jackson Fayette Manhein Jr. died Feb. 13 at the age of 83. Manhein graduated from Vanderbilt University, where he participated in ROTC and was a member of the Tennessee National Guard. He earned his law degree from the University of Tennessee College of Law. He practiced law for more than 40 years and was active in the community, including serving on the board of the Jackson Legal Aid Society. A self-professed Civil War and history buff, Manhein enjoyed collecting art, traveling, playing golf and running. He also served as a youth basketball coach for 20 years. Funeral services were yesterday. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Foundation, 478 Craighead St., Ste. 200, Nashville, TN 37204 or First United Methodist Church, 200 S. Church St., Jackson, TN 38301.