Kenneth "Coach" Jackson

I remember periodically our PE classes would join together at SPHS with Coach Jackson's class for exercises 1 2 3 one 1 2 3 two 1 2 3 three.... A fond memory of Coach Jackson today we're going to run jog or walk around the track twice! I wasn't a track star but on that day I had ran around the track quite fast enough that Coach Jackson relayed "You want to join the track team" ? Myself " Coach that was only for today" . R I. P. Coach Jackson!

Coach Jackson always had a smile on his face whenever I saw him. Whether he was in the gym, at a faculty meeting, at a luncheon, doing hall duty, or off campus, he was always a joy to see. I´m so proud I got to work with him for so many years!! Sending loving hugs to all who were lucky enough to know him.

Words cannot express what an awesome person you were. I miss you dearly

Weeping may endure for a night But joy cometh in the morning.

My deepest sympathy to Sharon and family. I have many memories of good times at College for Kids in Gulfport. God Bless.

I have great memories of our chats at Cardinal Health. You will be missed my friend

Coach Jackson was a legend, mentor and inspiration to all of us who had the pleasure of being a part of his life. I consider myself lucky to have met him. I attended St Pete High with his son Mike and I was a 95 graduate. During my time there I think I was in at least 6 of the courses he taught. We had many life discussions and he always listened more than he spoke. I always made sure to try and see him years later while he was still teaching. My family and I were very saddened to hear of his...

I knew Coach Jackson from Saint Petersburg High School. I saw Kenny at the grocery store a few years ago. He lit up and smiled, "Hey Kevin." We talked about old times for a few minutes. Such a wonderful man who radiated warmth and kindness whenever he spoke to you. My heart goes out to his family. This sad world lost another truly fine man.