Benjamin-Jackson-Obituary

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Benjamin F. Jackson

Petersburg, Virginia

Mar 13, 1928 – May 30, 2019

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BORN
March 13, 1928
DIED
May 30, 2019
LOCATION
Petersburg, Virginia

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J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg Obituary


Mr. Benjamin F. Jackson was born in Blackstone, VA, on March 13, 1928 and departed this life on Thursday, May 30, 2019.  Ben was raised in Petersburg. 


 


He served in the United States Navy, receiving an Honorable Discharge.  After returning to Petersburg, he met Lillian Bailey.  They were joined in Holy Matrimony on March 17, 1951.


 


Ben had the ability to find humor in any situation.  He was always willing to offer advice whether solicited or not.  He also had an infectious laugh and smile.


 


He was preceded in death by his parents Eddie Jackson and Blanch; four brothers, Willie, Edward (Snow), Earnest and Jimmy; one sister, Lucy B. and his son, Benjamin Jr. who died as an infant.


 


Benjamin leaves behind, his loving wife of 68 years, Lillian; daughters, Varel Nichols and Gail Whitney; three grandchildren, Racquel Robinson, Chaz Nichols and Torren Whitney.  He also leaves two sisters, Sadie Williams and Gertrude Franklin; a host of in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.




Service will be held 2:00 P.M., Friday, June 7, 2019 at Shiloh Seventh-Day Adventist Church, 310 W. South Boulevard, Petersburg, VA.  The interment will follow at The Bailey Family Cemetery, Waverly, VA.


 


J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

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May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

Gail and family, praying for your strength during your time of loss. Lots of hugs & kisses.

Uncle Ben had such a contagious smile. He was a joy to be around and will be deeply missed by all of us. Love, peace and comfort to our family.

Uncle Ben your presence and wit will truly be missed. We love you so very much. God needed an angel in heaven so He picked one of His greatest flowers from the garden.We love you always. Our condolences go to Aunt Lil, love you, and to Varel, Gail and the whole family. The pain will never go away but it will get easier. Much love Your nephew Willie Jr and Mary.

To the family, you have my sincere condolences. When someone falls asleep in death (Ecclesiastes 9: 5,10) the memories we have of them become our most precious treasure. May those memories comfort you as well as Gods promise at John 6:40.