Photo courtesy of Gertrude Geddes Willis Funeral Home, Inc. - New Orleans
617 BOND ST. HOUMA, LA. 70360, Louisiana
Feb 14, 1937 – Aug 29, 2015
JACKSON
Mary Louise Sambo Jackson, a native of New Orleans, La. and a brief resident of Clinton, La. following Hurricane Katrina, departed this life on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at Ochsner Hospital. A retired Dietary Aid. Devoted and loving mother of Susan J. (Thaddeus) Johnson. Grandmother of Thaddeus (Taffy) Johnson Jr. and Kimberly N. Johnson, Bonus grandmother to Minister Cynthia Johnson and Rochelle L. Humphreys. Great grandmother of Taja and Taj Johnson and Tayana A. King. Wife of the late Alvin Jackson. Daughter of the late Roosevelt (Roselle) and the late Irene K. Sambo. Grandaughter of the late Louisa Jelks Wilson, Clinton, La. Sister of the late Roosevelt Sambo Jr, the late Edmonia S. Jackson and the late Mary Lee Sambo. Aunt of Larry (Arlene) Sambo, Vanessa A. Jackson, Simon J. Jackson and Angela D. Jackson. Sister in law of Ethel Jean Sambo and Anna Jackson. Godmother of Oscar R. (Paula) Washington, Joseph Lee Foster and the late Donnovan J. Jackson. Also survived by 7 bonus great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, Shuffles and other relatives, friends and many acquaintances. Relatives and friends of the family, pastors, officers and members of Macedonia Baptist Church, Uptown Shepherd Center, Classmates of Booker T. Washington High School Class of 1956, employees and staff of Ochsner Hospital, McKenzies Chicken In A Box, Disability Determinations, Tulane Medical Center, New Orleans Gospel Quartet Groups, Brothers and Sisters of Griffin Lodge 264 and Griffin Eastern Star Chapter 184 and East Feliciana Council of Aging Clinton, La. are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 10 am. Visitation begins at 8:00 am until commencement of Funeral Service at Macedonia Baptist Church, 2810 Erato Street, New Orleans, La. 70113 Pastor John A. Russ, Officiating. Dismissal Second Baptist Church 9513 Highway 19, Wilson, La. Pastor John Sanders. Approximate Arrival time at Second Baptist Church 1:30pm-2:00pm. Burial Ruth Cemetery Wilson, La. You may sign the guest book on www.gertrudegeddeswillis.com GERTRUDE GEDDES WILLIS FUNERAL HOME INC., IN CHARGE (504) 522-2525.
To Susan, Thaddeus and Kimberly
I am so sorry to find out about Your loss today. May the God of Hope continue to keep you and the rest of the Family under the shadow of his Almighty wings. Praying for you and much Love.
Barbara Collins
September 09, 2015 | New Orleans, LA
With prayers and heartfelt sympathy.
Mae Singleton
September 05, 2015 | New Orleans, LA
My deepest sympathy to the family.
Juanita H Walton
September 05, 2015 | New Orleans, LA
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Vivian Buckles-Parker
September 05, 2015 | Houston, TX
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Jacqueline Winfield-Gray
September 05, 2015 | New Orleans, LA
To the Sambo-Jackson family, just wanted you to know I'm sorry for your loss.
Virginia Francois
September 04, 2015 | St. Rose, LA
To: The Sambo & Jackson Families
FROM: Rev. Thomas H. Lewis, Jr.
I shall endeavor to keep you in my prayers as you bid farewell to your loved one.
Press on knowing Heaven has gained another angel. Yes, another angel now watches over us.
With Heartfelt Sympathy,
Pastor Thomas H. Lewis, Jr.
Strangers Home BC - Slaughter, La
True Light MBC - Ethel, La
Rev. Thomas H. Lewis, Jr.
September 03, 2015 | Baton Rouge, LA
To Susan, Thaddeus, Kimberly and Family: Weeping endureth for a moment, but joy cometh in the morning. Hold onto God unchanging hand and onto the fond memories that Sister Jackson left you with. May God comfort you all in your time of bereavement.
Minister Germaine Williams-Woods
September 03, 2015 | Kenner, LA
To the family of Mary Jackson my prayers are with u and remember Earth has no sorry that heaven cannot heal.
Pamela Hudson
September 03, 2015 | New Orleans, LA