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Billy L. Jackson
June 3, 1933-March 15, 2015
Pascagoula
Billy L Jackson of Pascagoula, MS passed away Sunday, March 15, 2015.
Mr. Jackson was born June 3, 1933 to Henry George "Jack" and Susan Ada Comans Jackson in Dixon, MS. He was a member of Eastlawn United Methodist Church. He worked side-by-side with his father, wife, and son as the owner and operator of Bill's Style shop where he served his community for 54 years.
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Gal 5:23. These are the attributes that make up the man who was a loving and devoted husband and father. He worked hard for his family all his life. He loved God, his family and his community.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 62 years, Helen Louise Sumrall Jackson in December 2014 ; granddaughter, Brandi Cowart ; a sister, Janell Salcer, two brothers, Glen Jackson and Tommy Jackson.
He is survived by three children, Anthony "Tony" Jackson of Vancleave, MS, Shelia Idigpio and her husband, Kevin of Byron, GA, and Brenda Cowart and her husband Danny of Magee, MS; 9 grandchildren, Aaron Jackson, Houston (Jessica) Jackson, Andy Jackson, Chloe Jackson, Joshua (Lynnell) Idigpio, Christen (Jonathan) Howard, Kristi (Dusty ) Tanner, Ian Cowart and Sam Cowart; and 11 great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Billy L. Jackson to Alzheimer's Foundation 4803 Harrison Circle Gulfport, MS 39507.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, March 17, 2015 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm at O'Bryant-O'Keefe Funeral Home. Services will be Wednesday March 18, 2015 at 10:30 am from O'Bryant- O'Keefe Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Biloxi National Cemetery at 12:30 pm.
Those unable to attend may sign the guest book at www.obryantokeefe.com.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Anthony praying for comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Milton and Sharon Williams
March 18, 2015
May peace come to you during this time of grieving. sincere condolences.
L S
March 18, 2015
Billy you will be missed. Vicki and I loved spending time with you all and what awesome haircuts! Tony, our prayers are with you!
Eddie Prosser
March 18, 2015
Mr Bill was a very good neighbor to my mother. He also gave my 2 boys their first haircut. Sincere sympathy
Sheila Lee Bloodworth
March 18, 2015
I'm so sorry for ur loss. May god be with u. You will be in my prayers
Dan Winter
March 17, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with you Tony and your family. Mr. Bill was a special person and will be missed by all who knew him.
Cis, David, Barry and Rusty Brooks
March 17, 2015
My uncle Bill was a real blessing to my early life and I am very sad to hear of his passing. I'm praying for the whole family and will miss uncle Bill greatly. Bless you all and hope to see all my Jackson cousins again sometime soon.
Ken Steorts
March 16, 2015
Tony and family of Mr Jackson. He was an honest and caring individual. I enjoyed stopping by his shop visiting with him over the years. He was my only barber until I moved to Waynesboro. May he rest in peace and may God bless and keep you all in His Love always. Respectfully, Jim Farrior
Jim Farrior
March 16, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Gloria Scamman
March 16, 2015
Our deepest condolences for your loss. May you find Peace and Comfort in God's loving arms.....Prayers are with the entire family....
Scott & Denise Lyles
March 16, 2015
Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family. Mayo Reynolds and Family.
Mayo Reynolds
March 16, 2015
Our condolences are with your family. James and Peggy King
Peggy King
March 16, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Marla Southard
March 16, 2015
I am so very sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God grant you the peace and comfort you need now by knowing your loved ones are with him in the kingdom of Heaven.
Teresa Smith
March 16, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your family's loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers. May God bring you and peace and comfort during youir time of need.
Joan Usry Foss
March 16, 2015
Thank you for all of the years cutting my hair and being a great guy Bill
Spike Wilks
March 16, 2015
I'm so sorry to hear about Mr Bill. He was a genuinely good man. Tony you and the kids are in my prayers.
Dena Casteel
March 16, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
The Staff of O'Bryant-O'Keefe Funeral Home
March 16, 2015
Prayers are with this loving family during their time of loss. May God comfort you and be with you my friends.
Mitzy Barr
March 16, 2015
Sorry to hear this.God bless all of you.
March 16, 2015
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