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Ric Flores
January 11, 2018
I served with CDR Jackson when he was XO in ROBERTS. I will never forget him or his laugh or his voice that you could hear from the other end of the ship. He always seemed happy where he was - he acted like a man who was living a good life. I hold him amoung those I envied and respected. He was a good man.
June 4, 2010
I knew CDR Jackson as the husband of my boss, CDR Kurtz. He was a very nice man. Sierra, I am sorry for your loss. Regards, Mick Pendergist, U.S. Navy Retired, NRD Atlanta Education Specialist 1997 - 1999
Anthony Paige
November 4, 2009
I severed with this man and I would call him a leader and a great person. Fair Winds and Following Seas!
Todd Black
November 4, 2009
To the Jackson Family,
I had the honor to serve with Steve in USS TAYLOR when he was the Operations Officer and I was the Chief Engineer. Steve was an outstanding officer and good friend who helped me through some tough times. He often spoke of his family with great pride and love. He will be missed, but the lives he touched go on, better for knowing him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all,
Todd Black
CDR USN (ret)
John Lawrenson
November 3, 2009
The Jackson Family,
I had the distinct honor of serving with Cmdr Jackson onboard the USS Taylor. I have fond memories of his great attitude, helpfulness and humor. I am very sorry to hear of his passing.
With deepest sympathy..
John Toye
November 3, 2009
To the Jackson Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Steve and I served together in the Wardroom of the USS TAYLOR. Steve was a great leader that all officers in the Wardroom looked up to in order to help us stay strong and focused through a very tough and challenging tour of duty.
I had the pleasure of leaving TAYLOR together with Steve in June 1994 as we made our journey back to the states from Egypt. (With a short stay in Sicily) I have missed his friendship and confidence ever sense we parted ways.
God bless you,
John Toye
USS TAYLOR FFG-50
MPA 92-94
October 29, 2009
Dear Cynthia and Sierra,
We just recently heard about Stephen's death, and we are so very sorry for your loss. May faith and loving memories give you strength as you move forward.
Love,
Timothy & Shirlita Kurtz McFarland
Raleigh, NC
Carlton Griffin
October 25, 2009
To the Jackson Family,
Weeping may endure for a night but joy may come in the morning time, it is morning time because CDR Jackson is in a better place.
CDR Jackson will be missed; I really enjoyed all of the words of wisdom that he provided me during my stay at COMNAVSURFLANT. My prayers will continue to be with the family.
ITCM (SW/AW) Carlton K. Griffin
October 24, 2009
Dear Jackson Family,
It has been approximately 32 years since I had Steve in my Geometry class at HHHS. After reading the testimonials in this guest book, you must be so proud of this wonderful son, husband and father. As the mother-in-law of a USNA grad, I know the dedication and love that these men have for their country. May your memories of Steve and your faith in God comfort you at this time and always. I can still remember where Steve sat, his charming ways when his homework was not complete, especially during football season, and that he was a pretty good math student!
With deepest sympathy,
Janet W. Schafhauser
George Fisher
October 24, 2009
Cynthia, Sierra and the Jackson family,
My condolences to all of you.
I had the honor of serving with Steve aboard the USS Taylor FFG50 and later aboard the USS Samuel B. Roberts FFG58. He always found a way show you the positive side of everything and in a way in which you could not argue. Who would want to argue with an XO as big as Steve.
He made sure his sailors had their priorities straight. He told us "Sammy B. sailors have three priorities: GOD, FAMILY, and then the Sammy B."
My prayers are with you.
George W. Fisher
USN RETIRED
John Rickards
October 23, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Steve through our time together on the staff of Commander, Naval Surface Forces. A truly professional Sailor, Steve always had a positive outlook and a passion for all that he touched. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Jackson family. May you find peace celebrating his works.
With deepest sympathies,
Alan Williams
October 23, 2009
Maude, Sierra and Cynthia,
With a heavy heart, we want to extend our sympathys and best wishes to you all during these trying times. As you already know we loved Steve and will never forget his warm personality, strength of character and strong commitment to family and country. We'll see you Saturday.
God Bless,
Uncle Al
John Dyer
October 23, 2009
It was a pleasure working with and for CDR Jackson, for whom I held the utmost respect. His presence and smile are sorely missed at COMNAVSURFLANT.
My deepest condolences.
John Dyer
Anthony Ware
October 22, 2009
Dearest Sierra, Cynthia and Ms. Maude. You have our most sincere condolences on the loss of your father, husband and son. Our most fervent prayers are with you and we pray that the Lord send the Comforter to you during this time and for as long as you need Him. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and we want you to know that we are here for you whenever you need for anything. May God keep and bless you!
The Ware and Price Family
Todd Jack
October 22, 2009
Sierra,
While you and I never met, I have heard many a story about you:) Your father and I were stationed together at SURFLANT in the N6 directorate at the same time, and retired within months of each other. I have a son your age who is attending college as well and Steve and I would share our war stories of our kids going off to college. I can say he loved you much, was extremely proud of you and would want you to tackle the rest of your life journey with the same energy and love of life he and your mother instilled in you. Know you have an extended family in our US Navy who have you in our prayers!
Deepest Sympathy,
Todd Jack
Edward Sivells
October 22, 2009
Dear Jackson Family,
CDR Jackson served his family and country with Honor and The Lord Jesus Christ has called him to rest.
God Bless you Always!!!!
Bill Sympson
October 22, 2009
Dear Jackson's Family,
Steve was an outstanding Naval Officer and loved his family. I only knew Steve briefly but he had a very positive outlook on life and was ready to retire and spend more time with his family. He was very proud of his wife and his family.
I wish you all the best, and please know Steve is still trying to take care of you all.
My deepest sympathy,
Bill Sympson
October 22, 2009
Steve,
Sail on sailor; may the fairest winds fill your sail; go with God's blessings and speed.
Skip Rachel
Marcia Pitt-Ridgill
October 22, 2009
This is sad news to all of us here at COMNAVSURFLANT - CDR Jackson's last command. I personally worked with CDR Jackson and always thought of him as a wonderful gentleman. CDR Jackson R.I.P.
Hakim Diaz
October 21, 2009
Dear Sierra, Cynthia, and Maude,
The entire Diaz clan is deeply saddened by your loss. I loved Steve like a brother and will miss him. While words can not convey the measure of support we have for you, I do want to you to know that I always appreciated Steve's zeal for all things. He touched my entire family and his spirit will always have a place in my heart.
Sierra, I was fortunate enough to spend a few days with your Dad last month and he confided to me that although you drove him crazy : ), much like my Sierra does me, he was very proud of you and loved you very much.
My deepest sympathy and love,
Hakim
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