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Maxine JACKSON Obituary
She is preceded in death by her parents, Alex and Lemma Vaughn; and two sisters, Doretha Butler and Mary Christine Phillips.
Mrs. Jackson was a graduate of G. W. Carver High School.
She leaves to cherish her memories a devoted son, Anthony E. Jackson Sr. (Sharon); two brothers, Larry D. Vaughn Sr. (Mary) and Roger N. Vaughn (Loretta); one sister, Rovet D. Cypress; grandchildren, Anthony Jackson Jr. and Kierra Jackson; a special friend, Leroy Kee; and numerous caring family members.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, April 21, 2010, at O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home, 3009 Chestnut Avenue, Newport News, Va. Interment will follow in Greenlawn Memorial Park. Mrs. Jackson will be viewed Tuesday from 1 to 7 p. m. at the funeral home. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maxine JACKSON
Gloria Hardy
April 21, 2010
Larry, Mary and the entire Vaughan Family,
We were sadden to hear of the passing of your loved one. Larry we know that it's hard right now, but hold on to God's unchanging hand. Things happen and we don't understand but God had a plan from the beginning and now it has been carried out. Be blessed
Love you and miss you guys
Wallace and Gloria Hardy
Rufus and Yvonne Taliferro
April 21, 2010
During this time of sorrow, remember the good times that were shared and that God is always by your side.
TAMMIE BRYANT
April 20, 2010
ANTHONY AND FAMILY
YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND MY PRAYER ARE WITH YOU ALL.
Clifton McNair
April 20, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Louise McNair
April 20, 2010
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
April 20, 2010
Roger and family,
At times like these we lean on the one that we know will get you through,that is the Lord. Weeping may endure for the night but joy comes in the morning. Remember the good times. God bless and we will keep you in our prayers.
Vanessa Graves
April 20, 2010
To Anthony, Larry, Roger and Rovet:
I pray that the memories of our good times with Genette will help to heal the pain of your loss. I'll miss my Cousin. With Love, Vanessa.
Delores Major
April 20, 2010
To Larry/Mary and the Vaughn/Jackson Family:
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your loved one.
My Prayers go out to each of you. I am here to attest to the difficulties when you loose a sibling. Be at peace through these difficult times as you reflect on the wonderful memories shared with Genette and Pray for strength and guidance that only God can provide.
Delores Williams Major
G.W. Carver Class of 1962
F. Ellen McCall Bartley
April 20, 2010
Larry and Mary,
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.
G. W. Carver High School, Class of 1962.
Linda Flowers-Milner
April 19, 2010
Where there is love there is peace. May you find comfort in the loving memories you hold in your heart.
A friend from the Class of 1962
Ernest Barber
April 19, 2010
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Bernadine Todman
April 19, 2010
To: Anthony and other family members: It was a pleasure meeting and knowing Genette. She was a good person. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May god give you comfort and strength during your time of sorrow .
KAREN JACKSON
April 19, 2010
I was sad to hear of the passing, of my mother-in law Genette, My prayers and thoughts are with the entire family. May all the wonderful memories give you comfort and remember that god heals all wounds.
Spencer and Ellen McCall Bartley
April 19, 2010
Larry, Mary, and Family members,
We were saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers as, even in the midst of sorrow, you ponder the unequaled hope found in knowing Jesus.
Louis and Maggie Carroll
April 19, 2010
Larry;Mary and family; We mourn your loss, but remember God heels all
wounds. He will provide you with all
the strength needed to make it to the
top of this mountain which for the moment appears to be an endless journey.You are all in our prayers and
may God Guide and Bless you all.
Audwin Chandler Vaughn
April 19, 2010
To: Our Family: We will aways be there for each other in this great loss of Janet! May the Lord Jesus Christ give you Comfort and Strength through this most difficult time!!!!
Lovingly!! The Family of the late Mr. & Mrs. Willie R. & Marnie B. Vaughn
John MacArthur, Hearly, Benny, Donnell, Katie, Charmayne, Darlene, Deborah, Blanquita, Gail and M. Priscilla.
Audwin Chandler Vaughn
April 19, 2010
To My Family: Earth has no Sorrow that Heaven cant heal!! It was with great sadness to receive a call about the passing of my Cousin Janet! She was one of the most Beautiful and Peaceful women one could ever know. God has a plan, and his plan has to be carried out to the letter!! To Anthony (Sharon) Larry (Mary) Roger (Loretta) and Rovet and extended family hold to God's un-changing hands and you will make it!! I love you all!!!
Lovingly!!!!
Audwin Nolan Chandler Vaughn
Julian R. Scott
April 19, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
O. H. Smith & Son Funeral Home
April 19, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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