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Ronald Jackson Obituary
(Age 83)
Ron fought a valiant 14 year battle against Parkinson's Disease, which ended Thursday evening, April 28. Born in Oakland California, he lived in Spokane Valley for 55 years.
Ron played professional baseball for several years including the Spokane Indians in 1956. His double-play record still stands. His baseball career was interrupted by the Korean War where he was a decorated combat veteran. Ron coached American Legion baseball for 24 years. He assistant coached at EWU and spent several years coaching the little guys with wife Sally.
He was a scout master for 13 years, played recreation league basketball and softball until age 70, raced horses at Playfair, built and owned the Jackson Hole Tavern, and taught swimming with Sally when he retired from driving/delivering for Wonder Bread. Ron was a life-long democrat who ran for the State Legislator.
Ron is survived by Sally, his loving wife of nearly 56 years; his treasured sons Rick, Mick, Tim, Andy, and Casey; his beloved daughters Debby Hollinsworth and Sally Jo Amundson; and his 16 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren are his pride and joy. Watching their sports and activities, as well as those of his much loved 55 nieces, nephews, great and great-great, gave him absolute joy.
Ron was "Papa" to so very very many, among them his pinochle group, his little Julie, Kay McGlocklin and her boys, the Bagwell clan, and numerous foster kids. If friends are a sign of wealth, Ron Jackson was the richest man in Spokane.
His memorial will be held at the Spokane Indian's Avista Stadium, Thursday, May 5th at 11:00am. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Ron's name to the Spokane Valley Girls Softball League.
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Memories and Condolences
for Ronald Jackson
May 11, 2011
On behave of the Bill Bean family, we send out thoughts and prayers to Sal and the entire family, was and honor just to know Ron and call him a friend.
May 8, 2011
The Washington State Veterans Cemetery extend our deepest sympathies to the family of Ronald A. Jackson for your loss, to honor his service to our country and our patriotic hero.
Tom & Andrea Davis
May 6, 2011
May 6, 2011
Our hearts ache with the passing of such a wonderful man. Ron touched so many in his long life. I had the pleasure of working for he and Sal back in the day, 1982, @ The Jackson Hole. When times were tough for me Ron & Sal were there. I will never forget you, Ron. Thank you for the gift of having you in my life . You will never be forgotten and you will always missed. Love, Tom & Andrea Davis
Tom & Andrea Davis
May 6, 2011
Our hearts are truly aching with the passing of such a wonderful man. I had the privilege of working for Ron & Sal @ The Jackson Hole "Back in the Day", cirque 1982. When times were tough for me, they were always there. Ron will always be in our hearts & thoughts. Love to you all! Tom & Andrea Davis
Dori (Clifford) Rigby
May 5, 2011
On behalf of the entire "Clifford" family, we send our deepest heartfelt sympathy to you. Ron and the whole Jackson family have touched so many lives in such positive ways. He will be missed.
Paul Brown
May 4, 2011
I had the privilege of knowing Ron when I coached the Wallace-Colville Motor Freight American Legion team from 1978-83. Ron was an awesome coach and a fierce competitor. A win against his Appleway Chevrolet team was always very special because you knew you had beaten "the best". My condolences to his family.
brenda orffer
May 3, 2011
Casey, I was so sorry to hear about the death of your dad. His contribution to the special person that you are makes it obvious to me that he was an incredible human being who will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by many. I love hearing stories about your family and the fun times you have. I hope that all of the good memories of him will be a comfort to you while you grieve this loss. Know that I’m keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
Carla (Thomas) Nelson
May 2, 2011
So sorry to hear about Ron's passing. I know he is playing ball in that big stadium up high. He had such an impact on everyone he came in contact with. I remember when my brothers played ball for him how much they admired him. Their house was the one house in the neighborhood every child went to first because they had the BEST treats! All 3 of my children and some of my foster kids took lessons there. They didn't charge me for the foster kids because they wanted to help them and didn't even know them. Ron say "Hi" to my dad and mom for me. They will be thrilled to see you again. They loved you as much as the rest of our family.
Bruce/Betsy Thompson
May 2, 2011
We are so sorry for your loss Sally. He will be missed by all who knew him.
red. boeving.
May 2, 2011
Thankyou u for being the only man in my life I could call dad. You thought me how to trust love and be loved . I'm a better person for having the jacksin family in my life.
Gina Haggerty
May 2, 2011
My condolences to Sally and the kids as I am sure they feel a great loss. so many fond memories of staying at the Jackson's - even though I was the only girl (before Sally Jo) - so many many years ago! Ron worked with my Dad at Wonder Bread and he and Sal were favorites of my parents. My parents have been gone a long time and my brother Bob for 4 years now, but my brothers Tim and Mick (familiar names?) share my memories. As Mick said, Ron had the original "field of dreams" and Tim remembers swimming in the pool and Sal making sure we were all taken care of. My grandfather was president of the Indians way back in the 50's (and GM at Wonder Bread), so I like to think that there is a Wonder Bread team somewhere in Heaven welcoming Ron to the team!
Rosa Williams
May 1, 2011
Uncle Ron, you welcomed us into your family many years ago. You treated us the same way you treated your own children. You laughed and joked with me and made me feel welcome and allowed me to always be myself. I will miss your smile and that little twinkle in your eyes! Love you forever, your niece Rosa
Dave Koch
May 1, 2011
Somewhere Ron is playing extra innings.
Greg Zografos
May 1, 2011
So Sorry to hear about Ron. Lots of great memories. He had such a tremendous impact on so many. He will be missed.
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