Jacob Thomas French, age 63, of Knoxville, Tennessee passed away on Monday, December 19, 2022. He was a loving Papaw who was always happy and loved spending time with his grandaughter, Halie French. He is preceded in death by his parents John and Alice Miller French; sister Mary Lou Hazelwood; son Johnny French; and several aunts and uncles. Jacob is survived by his son Jason French; grandchildren Halie French and Jacob England; brother James French (Billie); nieces Angie, Tina and Lisa; aunt Sue French; former spouse and friend Donna Foster; and several great nieces and nephews. The family will hold a Celebration of Life at a later date.