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John Jackson Obituary
Plainfield - John K. Jackson, 78, departed this life Wed. June 12, 2019 in Haven Hospice at JFK Medical Center, Edison. Born in Plainfield to the late Lazarus and Rebecca Gilliam Jackson, he was a lifelong resident and 1960 graduate of Plainfield High School. He furthered his education by attending Tuskegee Institute and received his bachelor's degree in Sociology from Jersey City State College. He formerly worked as a Social Worker with the Dept. of Social Services Welfare Division in Plainfield.
Along with his parents, he is predeceased by his brothers Jessie Booker, Lawrence, Junius, Howard, Franklin Delano (FD) Roosevelt Jackson and Paul Jackson. Surviving is his daughter Kirstin Riddick; two brothers James (Jean) and Henry Jackson and other relatives and friends.
A memorial service is Mon. 6/17/19 at 11am in Brown's Funeral Home, 122 Plainfield Ave., Plainfield followed by the burial of ashes in Hillside Cemetery, Scotch Plains.
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Odessa Joan Wallace Perry
June 17, 2019
My condolences to the family. I've known John for many years and have many fond memories of him. Rest in peace my friend you have earned your wings!
Kassandra Dixon
June 15, 2019
My sincerest condolences to my friend, Kirstin and the family of Mr. Jackson. May you continue to feel the love and support from close friends and family n the days ahead. God bless.
Earl L Brown Sr
June 15, 2019
To the Jackson Family, my most heartfelt sympathy
and prayers go out to you. May God strengthen you
and keep you. I graduated with John in class of 60.
Sincerely
Earl L Brown Sr
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