James Larry “PoohPaw” Jackson, 77, of East Ridge, TN passed away on Thursday, May 6, 2021. He was of the Baptist Faith. He was in the second graduating class of East Ridge High School where he played football and baseball and won numerous awards. After graduating from East Ridge High School, he attended the University of Chattanooga. Larry retired from the US Postal service after 28 years of service. He was an animal lover, avid dog walker and a UT Vols fan.
Survivors include his wife of 56 years, Nancy L. Jackson; son, Brad (Shelly) Jackson; three grandchildren, Lauren (Conner) Brown, LeeAnn Jackson and Katelyn Jackson; two great-grandchildren, Bartlett Brown and Harvey Brown.
A celebration of life service will be held later.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX 75231.
Arrangements are by the East Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, 404 South Moore Road.
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