Willis F. Jackson
January 13, 1930 - April 21, 2015
Obituary
Willis Fairley Jackson formerly of Aberdeen died Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. He was 85.
Born in New York City he was the son of the late James F. & Sadie (Gaines) Jackson and husband of the late Marion (Burlingham) Jackson who passed in 2008.
A veteran of the U.S. Army Mr. Jackson retired in 1986 after 32 years of civil service as an Engineer for the Ballistics Research Lab at APG. He loved playing bridge, traveling and going on cruises with his family.
He is survived by his son, Donald E. Jackson and his wife Kimberly of Bear, DE and granddaughters, Bethany and Brianna Jackson. In addition to his parents and wife he was predeceased by his brothers Richard and Ralph Jackson. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. Please make checks payable to Johns Hopkins University. Gifts may be mailed with a memo indicating that this gift is in memory of Willis Jackson to the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, 750 East Pratt Street, Suite 1700, Baltimore, MD 21202.
Funeral Home:
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home
333 South Parke Street
Aberdeen, MD
US 21001
Events
Visitation
Thu Apr 23, 2015 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
Service
Thu Apr 23, 2015 @ 12:00 AM EDT
Tarring-Cargo Funeral Home • 333 S Parke St., Aberdeen, MD 21001
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Memories
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Don Jackson
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I am really sad that my dad is gone. He was a true gentleman, and much fun to be around. He loved life and family. When he was really sick, just before his passing, my wife and daughters were with me in his room. He displayed a huge smile and said, "this is nice." This said much about this man. I love and miss him badly!
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Keith Heater
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Don, My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Although it is sad when one loses a loved one, be glad that you were blessed to have had a father that enjoyed spending time with his son. I know that you both had fun and quality time together during your vacation cruises. Cherish those times and those precious memories. They are priceless. Peace, Love, and Prosperity Always to you and your family.
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Pat and Bonnie Vassalotti
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What a joy it was to play bridge with Will and Marion. They always made us smile and laugh. We miss them. They were so proud of their family. We loved hearing about their girls. Our condolences to all of you.
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Vincent and Kathy Boyle
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Will was a very kind person who treated everyone with respect.
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Harold and Irene Oliver
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We were so sorry to hear of Will's passing. We have so many fond memories of spending time with Will and Marion. We sincerely hope that your cherished memories bring each of you comfort at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.