Thomas "Fluff" Stackling Sr.

Of Jackson, passed away on February 21, 2011 at the age of 58. He was born on August 28, 1952 in Jackson, Michigan. He is preceded in death by his parents Bob and Bernie Stackling and brother, Donald Stackling. He was a heat treater/ painter by trade. He was very proud of his children and grandchildren and their accomplishments. He loved his family very much and loved doing family things with them. He enjoyed playing darts with his sons, softball, painting, wood working, gardening, and watching wrestling with his children and grandchildren. He also liked watching monster trucks with his grandson LJ and being the “popcorn kernel” for the 3rd floor staff of Allegiance. He is survived by his wife Ruth; sons, Tom Jr. (Angie), Jamie, Jason (Nikki) and daughter DeDe; grandchildren, Faith, Justin, Lacey, Destiney, Jacob, Paige, Celina, LJ, and Lexi. He is also survived by his sister, Lisa (Tom) Wilcox; nephew, Robert and nieces, Shandi and Tammy. He touched the hearts of many and will be sadly missed by all. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 25th at 2:00 p.m. at Northeast Missionary Church, 903 Virginia St., Jackson with visitation from 1:00 p.m. until time of service. Pastor Darren Pettifor officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Vandercook Lake Special Education, 1000 E Golf Ave., Jackson, MI 49203.