Margaret S. Jackson

Margaret Simon Jackson, 98, recently of Tavares, Florida, died in Sarasota, Florida, on October 10th, 2026. She was born in Dayton, Ohio, on October 17th, 1927, the second daughter of John and Elizabeth Simon. Hungarian was Margaret’s first language until kindergarten. She and her sister helped their parents learn English. Marge never missed a day of school.

Church was an important part of her life. She enjoyed singing in choirs and was an excellent seamstress. Marge’s long career at J.C. Penny earned her the title “Queen of the Housewares” from her family and the affectionate nickname “Queenie” from her husband, Jack. In addition, Marge served as a Candy Striper at Guernsey Memorial Hospital in Cambridge, Ohio and later as a Pink Lady at Waterman Hospital in Tavares, Florida, dedicating many hours to volunteer work.

She married John M. Jackson in January of 1949 and had three children; Robert J. Jackson (Janis) of Orlando, Florida, James A. Jackson of Port Townsend, Washington, and Karen Oberg Kitzmann (Alex) of Venice, Florida, four grandchildren; Max E. Jackson (Alicia) of Orlando, Florida, Emilee J. Jackson of Eugene, Oregon, Harper Oberg Ulysse (Jean-Marc) of Bradenton, Florida, Austin M. Oberg of Safety Harbor, Florida, and one great grandson.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Elizabeth Simon Steele, and by her husband, John “Jack” Jackson.

She was a gentle, devoted wife, a loving mother, and a cherished grandmother. After a long and meaningful life, her soul is at peace with her heavenly family.

A small service will be held in memory of Jack and Marge Jackson on Monday, November 23, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Venice Memorial Gardens, 1950 Center Rd, Venice, FL 34292. All are welcome to join in celebrating their life and sharing memories.