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William “Jack” Clodas Jackson

September 25, 1932 ~ January 29, 2012

William Clodas (Jack) Jackson, age 79, January 29, 2012. He was surrounded by his loving wife, children, and grandchildren as he quietly slipped away to his heavenly home. He was born in Martin County, NC on September 25, 1932, oldest of seven children by the late Berry and Rosa Sessums Jackson. He was also preceded in death by brothers, Rev. Richard Jackson and Justa Jackson; and brother-in-law, Larry Harper. Jack graduated from Elm City High School and served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He retired from Sara Lee Bakery in 1999. Jack was a faithful member of Shenandoah Baptist Church. He was well known for his giving heart and always willing to lend a hand to anyone who needed it. Jack was lovingly known as “Papa” to his grandchildren. He and each one of them had a very special relationship, and counted them all as his greatest achievement. He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Earlene Jackson; daughters, Melanie Jackson Kilgore (Kevin), and Tina Jackson Cobb (Chris); son, Rev. Dean Jackson (Misty); granddaughters, Morgan Richardson, Danielle Jackson, Lena Jackson and Anna Jackson; grandsons, Coleton Richardson, Matthew Cobb, Justin Cobb and Seth Jackson. He is also survived by his siblings, B.J. Jackson (Jennifer), Marie Jenkins (Clarence) Ruth Harper and David Leon Jackson (Carol); and sisters-in-law, Betsy Jackson and Jackie Jackson. The family will receive friends 6:00pm to 8:30pm Tuesday, January 31, 2012 at Shenandoah Baptist Church. Services will be held at 11:00am Wednesday, February 01, 2012 at Shenandoah Baptist Church with Rev. Glenn Hill, Rev. Allen Langley, and Rev. Tim Parker officiating. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Shenandoah Baptist Church Building Fund, 3894 Shenandoah Drive, Rocky Mount NC 27803. Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com. Visitation Shenandoah Baptist Church 3894 Shenadoah Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27803 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-446-5732 --> | Tuesday 1/31, 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Service Shenandoah Baptist Church 3894 Shenadoah Drive Rocky Mount, NC 27803 ID ) ); ?>"> --> 252-446-5732 --> | Wednesday 2/1, 11:00 am Cemetery Rocky Mount Memorial Park 4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43 Rocky Mount, NC 27804

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  1. Mr. Jackson leaves a memory that time will never erase. Ever since I can remember, Mr. Jackson always upheld a testimony for the Lord. He lived on the outside what Christ had done on the inside. He never wavered. With him right was right and wrong was wrong. I’m so thankful that God placed a man like that in my life. When I take time to think of the people God has used to bring me to the Lord I see Mr. Jackson. Without a doubt, our loss is Heaven’s gain. I pray God will give the family comfort in the days ahead. With love, Todd Lewis.

  2. Mr. Jackson leaves a large void in many people’s lives. He will be greatly missed by his family and many friends. He would want us to rejoice with him as he has passed from death unto life and walking with his Savior. Thank you for the life you lived and shared with so many others. For the family I’m praying for God to supply your strength daily. We love you all. Denise Watkins


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