Born in Athens, Mr. Jackson was a son of the late Leslie Jackson and Thelma Burroughs Jackson. He proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a retired truck driver.
In addition to his parents, Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his wife, Marie Jackson and his son, Michael Jackson.
Survivors include daughters, Cindy Krummen (Joe) of Comer and Christy Swaney (Chris) of Colbert; sister, Peggy Susko of Colbert; grandchildren, James Jackson, Kelly Bray, Cody Swaney, Alex Swaney, Kyle Krummen and Katelyn Krummen; seven great-grandchildren.
A private family memorial service will be held Sunday, October 28 at 3 p.m. at the Jackson Family Cemetery.
The family expresses thanks to the staff at Quiet Oaks Nursing Home for their love and care of Mr. Jackson for the last eight years.
Bernstein Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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