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CHARLES JACKSON Obituary
CHARLES G. JACKSON, JR. (Age 86)
On Sunday, May 28, 2017, of Silver Spring, MD, Charles G. Jackson, Jr, peacefully entered into eternal rest at home in the grace of his loving family. Charles was born December 1, 1930 in Cedar Grove, WV. He completed school and entered his career of service in the Air Force as a Master Sergeant, Cryptographer. After he completed his four-year service tour, he relocated to Washington, DC where he and Yvonne Lane were joined in marriage and were later joined by their son, Juan. In 1995, they welcomed the addition of their daughter-in-law, Donna, into their loving family. Charles continued his ongoing education at local universities in Washington, DC for Technical Information Management. He joined the State Department; served an additional 50 years of dedicated service; and reported to the Office of each subsequent Secretary of State and retired in 2007. Charles' life is celebrated by his family and friends who continue to cherish his memory with thanksgiving and love. Memorial Service at Christ Church Parish, 4001 Franklin Street, Kensington, MD on Wednesday, June 7 at 11 a.m. Interment Rock Creek Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Holy Cross Home Care and Hospice, 10720 Old Columbia Pike, 2nd Floor, Silver Spring, MD 20901. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for CHARLES JACKSON
Peter Williamd
May 18, 2019
Mr. Jackson was a life long friend of my Father Paul F. Williams. Ive heard countless stories of their childhood in Richmond VA. RIP Mr Jackson. Heart felt condolences to The Jackson Family.
Layeghi family
June 11, 2017
We wish the Jackson family strength during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with Juan and his family.
Jordan Kessel
June 7, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Beverly Griggs
June 7, 2017
Peace, Prayers & Blessings
Mr. Jackson was a wonderful neighbor.
He will be missed.
June 5, 2017
Our condolences to the Jackson family for the loss of your dear loved one. We are thinking of you at this difficult time, and hoping that you find comfort in your memories of happier moments and from the God of all comfort, who will sustain you during your grieving process.
Rosalind Malone
June 5, 2017
Your hearty laughter and keen wit will always be treasured and missed. I picture you joyously embracing and reminiscing with "Lou" (my mother/your sister) and "Otis" (my father) where Peace and Happiness ABOUND.
Joseph Malone
June 5, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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