Dorothy Jackson

Dorothy May Jackson 1931 ~ 2011 Dorothy May Jackson, born May 16, 1931 in Portland, Oregon passed away on May 22, 2011 in Boise, Idaho at the age of 80 years. She was the daughter of Pearl and Walter Boyd of Astoria, Oregon. Dorothy was a long time resident of Astoria having spent her childhood and early adult years living there. Dorothy graduated from Astoria Senior High School in 1949 and went on to attend Oregon State University. In 1951 while working for the U.S. Navy at Tongue Point Naval Base, she met the love of her life, Richard Jackson. Two years after they met, they were married on July 11, 1953 in Warrenton, Oregon. She loved her life in Oregon, and she and Richard raised two children, Scott and Carol-Lynn in Astoria and later in Hillsboro, Oregon. They eventually found their way to Boise, Idaho and also lived in East Amherst, New York before retiring to Seven Lakes, North Carolina. In 2005 Dorothy and Richard moved back to Boise to be closer to their children and grandchildren. Dorothy was a wonderful wife, mother, and grandmother. After her own children were grown she often volunteered at grade schools to teach children to read. She also volunteered her time at her church thrift store and school libraries. She believed in serving her fellow man and was well known for her love of animals. The ASPCA was one of Dorothy's favorite charitable causes. Dorothy had a green thumb and everywhere that she lived throughout her life the garden always had an abundance of healthy shrubs and flowers. Dorothy will be remembered for her gentle caring nature and her quiet dignity. Later in life even as her health presented her with challenges, she seldom complained and often placed the needs of others before her own. Those who knew Dorothy well over the years often made the comment that she never said a bad word about anyone. Dorothy was a true and faithful believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, and took comfort in her faith even as her final days drew near. She lived a long positive life and passed away 6 days after her 80th birthday. Her passing leaves a void in the lives of those that knew and loved her, but solace is taken in the fact that she is now resting in peace with the Lord. Dorothy was loved very much by her family and friends and she is greatly missed. She was preceded in death by her mother Pearl Boyd and father Walter Boyd of Astoria, OR. She is survived by her loving husband of 58 years Richard C. Jackson of Boise, ID; son Scott Jackson and daughter-in-law Angie Jackson of Boise, ID; daughter Carol-Lynn Vidjan and son-in-law Francis Vidjan of Rochester, NY; grandchildren, Jason Jackson and wife Ana Gallegos-Jackson of San Diego, CA; Katie Jackson of Boise, ID; Michelle Goldstein and David Goldstein of Rochester NY; and grand-stepson, Jason Vidjan of Atlanta, GA. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that a donation be made to the American Lung Association in Dorothy's name. The family held a private memorial service on May 28th at the Holy Nativity Episcopal Church in Meridian, Idaho. To share memories with the family please visit Dorothy's memorial webpage online at www.CloverdaleFuneralHome.com.