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Susie Jackson Obituary
Tim Jackson told Cleveland television station WEWS that his grandmother was a loving, giving woman with a great smile.
"It's just hard to process that my grandmother had to leave Earth this way," he said. "It's real, real hard. It's challenging because I don't believe she deserved to go this way."
Susie Jackson, who was fond of playing slot machines, was scheduled to go on a church-sponsored bus trip to Chicago on Sunday and was looking forward to going to the top of the Willis Tower, said Jean Jackson, an associate member of the church.
Susie Jackson's niece, Cynthia Taylor, told The Associated Press that she spoke with one of the women who survived the shooting at the church, whom she identified as Felecia Sanders. She said Sanders told her that she lay on top of her granddaughter and played dead while the shooter was still there.
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129 Entries
Pauline Simmons Hill
June 5, 2016
We at First AME, Seattle, WA, will always remember dear Mother Susie. Her life and death held purpose; we continue to learn from her demonstrative love of the Lord. Remain strong and blessed.
October 6, 2015
rest in peace, never forget the good times you all had. shes resting with lord. and she never really left you all. she just left the body.
Pam Everhart
July 10, 2015
I read Susie's name aloud in front of 200 people at a Stand Up for Racial Justice rally in Boulder, CO in memory of the nine killed at Mother Emanuel AME. I have thought about her and prayed for the family every day since.
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July 8, 2015
rest in peace, and may god bless her family and there home
J
July 1, 2015
Hold on to the precious memories as the days and week pass as you retune to your routine may you be comfort by the love and support of family and friends.
Barbara Clarke
June 29, 2015
May your memories of Mrs. Susie always bring joy to your heart and a smile to your face. God bless.
Annie Mason
June 28, 2015
Rest in Peace.
L Walker
June 28, 2015
To the Jackson, Lance and Sanders Families,
May peace be with you. So sorry for the loss of your loved one in such a tragic way. May we all live a life of love and service the way Mrs. Jackson did for those 87 years. We must all carry on her legacy to the future generations.
Donna Sykes
June 27, 2015
My prayers are with the Jackson family. May God Bless and comfort .
Nola Dixon
June 27, 2015
Rest well Angel Susie!
Esther Tatum-Waring
June 27, 2015
Sorry for your loss continue to look to the lord and he will see you through this difficult time. My prayers are with you and the family. I love you all. Cousin E Tatum-Waring of NY
Elder Anthony Porter
June 27, 2015
To the family Words can't say nothing but, Love can be giving . Rev Anthony Porter, Senior Pastor of; Gospel Worship center Elizabeth, NJ Love you all May your family find peace.
Rev Anthony Porter
KJ Miller
June 27, 2015
This little light of mine...I gonna let it shine, that's what Mama Susie did in her 87 years. Blessed are they that mourn the shall be comforted. In this heart breaking time remember that goodness and mercy shall follow. God will keep your family in his loving care
KJ Miller
June 27, 2015
This little light of mine...I gonna let it shine, that's what Mama Susie did in her 87 years. Blessed are they that mourn the shall be comforted. In this heart breaking time remember that goodness and mercy shall follow. God will keep your family in his loving care
Brenda Johnson
June 27, 2015
My prayers are with the family, during such a loss. God Bless you all.
DJ Davis
June 27, 2015
To the Family
Look to the Hills....God is always there and is ABLE to see you through this difficult time.
LORRAINE BACKMAN
June 27, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
D . Wilson
June 27, 2015
May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of great sorrow .
Ms Sharon Robinson
June 26, 2015
May the love and power of God bring comfort and healing to each of you ,his grace and mercy surrounds your family now and always,Your love one Susie Jackson is in the presence of Jesus Christ,With Sincere Sympathy
M J Bradley
June 26, 2015
To the Family
As the days and weeks pass, weeks turn into months the cameras and throngs of people dissipate lean on God, faith, family and friends to see you through.
June 26, 2015
To the Jackson family
Eastern Light Chapter #360 extends our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of Sister Susie Jackson. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. She will be missed at chapter meetings. May you have peace knowing Sister Jackson is asleep waiting for God's commands. May your memories bring you comfort.
Eastern Light Chapter #360 O.E.S.
Sis. Doris S. Grant, Worthy Matron
Bro. Jerome Jackson, Worthy Patron
Officers and Members
Beverly
June 26, 2015
Rest in eternal peace, Sis. Susie Jackson. May your sweet legacy of love, devotion to family, and dedicated service to your church family-Mother Emanuel AME Church live on in our memories forever.
Patsy Green
June 26, 2015
Mrs Jackson and her sister Mrs Eva Dilligard was m'y patron @ Bank Of America for many years & l Work With her brother- In- Law Mr Johnny ,RIP Mrs Jackson
Cookie Alvina Ross-Foshee
June 26, 2015
I love you, Aunt Susie, thats what we called you. You were a sister to our Aunt Inez Pinckney, and my mother Wilhelmina "Babe" Smith. GOD Bless and keep your Family!!!
S. Washington
June 26, 2015
Sorry for your loss. May the GOD of all comfort be with the family at this time of sorrow.
Dwayne Bickham,Sr.
June 26, 2015
In God's care rest in peace
Susan Amber Strickland Jones
June 26, 2015
R.I.P. Susie Jackson !
Jacquei Miller
June 26, 2015
To my family in South Carolina.. Your pain is huge ,yet we have to Trust in the LORD. Remember her kind words, her prayers, her cooking. Mother showed us how to live by her work while she was here. It may seem difficult right now...keep..the faith, love, be kind and without ceasing always pray. Make Mama. proud of her family.
Bremba Jackson and Family
June 26, 2015
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Ronnie & Neva Coleman
June 26, 2015
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
L Jackson
June 26, 2015
God will bring peace to the family of Sis. Jackson.
Rowena Worshaim
June 25, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Jackson family in your loss. May God give peace and strength to your family.
Vasilios Emmanuel Glimidakis
June 25, 2015
Dear Jackson and other families,
I am sorry for your loss. May her memory be eternal! God bless her and her family.
m mcneal
June 25, 2015
my condolences for the entire family of Susie Jackson from my family to yours may god bless and be with you always and I know he will
Cassandra Martin
June 25, 2015
To Susie Jackson's Family
My Prayers and Thoughts are with you in these difficult times. I know "Jesus Christ" our Lord and Savior will comfort and hold everyone in his hand. Jesus Christ will take care all the church members at the Mother Emanuel AME Church.
You will see Sister, Mother and Grandmother again, when Jesus Christ returns to Earth.
Prayer, Peace and Love!!!
Camille
June 25, 2015
To the families: Words can't describe the sadness that is being felt for you from those who don't know you, but we feel because we heard of your tragedy via the news. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Please know that our Heavenly Father will help you deal with this terrible tragedy. God invites you:(Jeremiah29:12)...And YOU will certainly call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to YOU."
Karen Snyder
June 25, 2015
May your faith in God's promises and beautiful memories of your loved one sustain you during this heartbreaking time and into the future. My heart grieves with you.
Odera Williams
June 25, 2015
RIH OES Sister
A smith
June 25, 2015
God bless and strengthen each of you.
Lance Hiatt
June 24, 2015
Dear Jackson Family
John 3:16
For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
You have given Susie. She will have eternal life. I think that is important. My family have watched and been so proud of your family: Faith and trust in Christ. There has been so much swirling around it is so hard to keep up with what is right. Y'all know what is right.
I lived in Charleston 5 years ago in Ansonborough. I know your beautiful Church Family. Although I do not know you personally, please know your extended Charleston family Loves and is praying for you.
Together there will be change. Your best example has set the stage for HUGE change. Please know, we love you and hate you are having to deal with this. Your loss is bringing the whole country together, but no family should have to endure that to make change.
Trust the Lord conquers all.
Deepest sympathy, Lance Hiatt and Tim Parks
Chapin, South Carolina
Celeste Smith
June 24, 2015
Ellenora,
I am praying for you, your husband and your children. Your mother-in-law seemed like a caring and Christian woman who was loved by all who knew her. She is with God now watching over her family. Peace be with your family.
Hazrl Smalls
June 24, 2015
Earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal
Even though right now hurt is what you feel
Memories gained never cease
My prayers is for God to grant you peace
Love and encourage each other along the way
Be real and caring in whatever you do and say
Although our love one has depart
They belonged to God right from the start
Death when it comes is only a forever sleep
Knowing they are going away is why we weep
Have joy in knowour soul is for God to keep
Know our loss is Heavens gain
Live your life for Jesus you see them again
Be grateful for the memories through life you compile
Be reminded of their every smile
Be please for time spent all the while
Although the sorrow is hard to bear
Grieve as you will know God is near
Look up to God for strength each day
He'll be with you tocarry you all the way
It doesn't matter if you are young or old
Keep God first know He is in Control
Give God your life and hold on to His hand
Allow him to guide you with purpose for He holds the plan
Live, love, and do have faith to do your best
Trust the Lordto do the rest
written 5/14/15 by Hazel Smalls
Ann Robinson
June 24, 2015
May God Bless And Keep You. My thoughts and Prayers are with you .member St.Philip A.M.E.Chuch.
Jametta L. King
June 24, 2015
To my sweet, sweet Ms.Susie! Oh how my hearts hurts so bad! I have known you and the GREAT JACKSON SISTER'S all of my life!!!! Oh, how I will miss seeing you in church, and seeing your beautiful smile, and hearing you sing in the choir loft! I thank you for everything, and you will truly, truly be missed! Sleep on my sweet church sister! Servant, servant of God well done!
Lizzi Rogers
June 24, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss, but awed by your attitude - that has been the thing which (so far as I can see) has dominated the press - that you are leading Charleston in expressions of forgiveness and genuine love (the hard stuff), and promoting unity and community in the face of such violence, is inspiring and incredible, and I take my hat off to you.
Thank you for the lessons, given at such a difficult time - they are poignant and important.
Dr. Sandra Burton Thurman
June 24, 2015
May God be with your family at this difficult time.
Wilma Harveu
June 24, 2015
May God be with your family during this tragic time-"Earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal"
Lori O'Leary
June 24, 2015
I know my words cannot take away any of your pain and loss, but if my words could convey my condolences...I'm sorry. I'm at a loss to say anything that doesn't sound trite. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Gerald Grooms
June 24, 2015
Mother Jackson I just want to thank you for being a stronger for vessel for Christ, it's people like you that hold up the structure of AME. May you be forever remembered and sleep in paradise knowing you touched hearts here on earth.
Andra Watkins
June 24, 2015
No note can bring back a person we miss. Please know you are in my prayers as you grieve the loss of a person you love.
Dorothy Evans
June 24, 2015
To the Jackson Family,
We would like to express our condolences for the loss of Mrs. Jackson, may God bless you and keep you safe in his care.
Charles E Johnson
June 24, 2015
To Bernie, Cousin Catina, your Beautiful Daughters, the Entire Jackson, and Church Family
On these most difficulty day in your life this prayer is for you.
Though today you walk in sorrow, you will not be alone. There is One whose loving wisdom, is far greater than our own.
Put your trusting hand in His as a little child would do, and He like a loving father will guide and comfort you! Day by day, there will come to you, New faith, new hope, new light. You'll find that stars unseen by day shine through the darkest night.
And though your heart is longing, For the dear one who's at rest, You'll know before the journey's end that God's dear ways are best.
We don't always understand God's ways, but we give him thanks for the time and the Joy that Mother Susie Jackson brought to all of your lives.
May God Continue to Bless and Keep you as you travel through this veil of tears.
Deacon Charles E. Johnson
Union Baptist Church, Morristown New Jersey
Ronnette & Cherrel Nelson
June 24, 2015
Our prayers are with the Jackson's family. May God continue to watch over you all. Be bless!!
Ronnette & Cherrel Nelson
June 24, 2015
We will continue to pray for the family. Be bless!!
Charles & Angela Johnson
June 24, 2015
Condolences to the Jackson Family & Friends. Much love for you!
Charles & Angela Johnson
June 24, 2015
Condolences to family & friends. Faith comes by hearing the Word of God.
Treacy Brooker
June 23, 2015
I will like to sent my Condolences to the Jackson family.
Donna Venable
June 23, 2015
May God bless and keep her. To the family I am sorry for your loss
Geris Taylor
June 23, 2015
Message of comfort being sent to the family of Susie Jackson as she flew away to glory. Stay close to our God in this most sad time. Praying for the Jackson family.
Rev.Mike Jones
June 23, 2015
My prayers are with the entire family.
Stacia W
June 23, 2015
God Bless you, Susie. <3
Stacia W
June 23, 2015
My dear, sweet Mrs. Jackson. I didn't know you, but you are "The World's Grandmother." I am devastated that you lived 87 wonderful years, seeing so much history and struggle, only to have your life taken this way. Though we never met, I will always remember you. May you rest with the angels. The world will miss your sweet face. My heart goes out to the Jackson family.
Cynthia King
June 23, 2015
Our Condolences to your family. May this sweet soul rest in the peace of God's arm.
Melworth Marion
June 23, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
AJ Simmons
June 23, 2015
We want to let you know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless you all.
Albert & Gwen Jordan
June 23, 2015
May you rest in peace Mrs. Susie; we will miss you. Will never forget your kind and loving words of comfort.
Uncle Bopete's nephew and niece.
Georgia Moorer
June 23, 2015
Earth has not sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Susie was a sweet person, I went to school with her and Justine. My heart is with the family.
June 23, 2015
May your soul rest in peace and your memory last forever and ever. God bless!
Jeanette & Ralph Stewart
Desiree Holmes
June 23, 2015
My prayers are with you and your family.may god wrap his holy arms around you.sip MRS.SUSIE JACKSON.
Jennie Brown(Friend of Reggie Dilligard)
June 23, 2015
My deepest sympathy for your family. Praying for strength at this time of sorrow. Her memories will live forever in the lives of her family, friends and also in history.
Lisa Johnson McLean
June 23, 2015
Forever in our Thoughts and Prayers!
Peace and Blessings Always!
~ Johnson - McLean Families
Trent Morris
June 23, 2015
Susie Jackson, 87, was the matriarch of her family and sang in the front row at the Emanuel Church. A churchgoer described her as having a "sweet soprano voice."
Sing, our Susie, sing.
You know the song. You know the words.
We're listening to the preacher,
While we're listening to the birds.
Come, join with them in praise of Him.
Let everyone rejoice
And give Him thanks that we might hear
Your sweet soprano voice.
Hold, our Susie, hold
To the faith that brought you here
A Wednesday night in June
Only for evil to appear.
The shots, they cannot make you scared
The vile words? Only noise.
They're nothing when compared
To your sweet soprano voice.
Sleep, our Susie, sleep.
We know you're with Him now.
You were a faithful servant
Long as your time would allow.
And you, and He, forgave the one
Who made the gravest choice
You're with Him now, but how
We miss your sweet soprano voice.
Trent Morris...Toronto, Canada
Trent Morris
June 23, 2015
Sweet Soprano Voice.....
Sing, our Susie, sing.
You know the song. You know the words.
We're listening to the preacher,
While we're listening to the birds.
Come, join with them in praise of Him.
Let everyone rejoice
And give Him thanks that we might hear
Your sweet soprano voice.
Hold, our Susie, hold
To the faith that brought you here
A Wednesday night in June
Only for evil to appear.
The shots, they cannot make you scared
The vile words? Only noise.
They're nothing when compared
To your sweet soprano voice.
Sleep, our Susie, sleep.
We know you're with Him now.
You were a faithful servant
Long as your time would allow.
And you, and He, forgave the one
Who made the gravest choice
You're with Him now, but how
We miss your sweet soprano voice.
June 23, 2015
Prayers and heart felt sympathy goes out to the family of Ms. Susie Jackson. May God bless and keep you all during your season of sorrow
Apostle Emma S. Dickens Kingdom Empowerment Ministries
June 22, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
dorothea Jones
June 22, 2015
Rest In Peace, dear heart. Rest Easy
Sharon Derrick
June 22, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rev. & Mrs. Samuel Johnson
June 22, 2015
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Sympathy
Rev. & Mrs. Samuel Johnson, Sr.
June 22, 2015
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Sympathy
June 22, 2015
To the family of Ms. Susie Jackson...our prayers are with you all.
God Bless you
The Fordham and Gregg Family
June 22, 2015
To the family of Mrs. Susie Jackson from the family of the late Mrs Alice Fordham, we know that she will be missed but you will always carry her with you in your hearts and minds. Stay strong and love one another, be there for each other and you will be keeping her legacy of family staying together and supporting and helping each other.
Kat Morgan
June 22, 2015
May all of Susie Jackson's loved ones find comfort in memories and solace in the knowledge of how many are praying for you.
I will honor her memory by taking an even greater stand against racism.
RENEE DAVALT & FAMILY
June 22, 2015
TO THE FAMILY OF SUSIE JACKSON;
MAY YOU FIND COMFORT AND PEACE DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
SHERALD VANDERHORST - ODOM
June 22, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
CLIFFORD JAKES
June 22, 2015
GOD,knows the pain that Your Family bares,My hart is fill & broken with Deepest Sympathy from THE Jakes Family Clifford,Ashley,Kortnee,D'zyer Romello Gary&Donna Jakes,Antonio&Sarah Ladson Families.
Janice Harris
June 22, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family, May God continue to bless you doing this sad time, Trust in the Lord!
Rev Janice M. Harris, Fayetteville NC
Pastor, Old Scotts Hill AMEC Wilmington NC
jerome woody
June 22, 2015
May God bless you in this most difficult time.
Jerome Woody
Claxton, Ga.
Mandy
June 22, 2015
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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