Nancy Landrum-Jacks Obituary

Name: Graveside service for Nancy Landrum-Jacks
Start: 2021-01-29T20:00:00.000Z
Location: Friendship Cemetery

Nancy Landrum-Jacks

Nancy Landrum-Jacks died peacefully January 26, 2021 at her home in Jackson, Mississippi.

Nancy was born in Columbus, MS on October 21, 1940. She was the daughter of the late Dr. Roy Griffin and Frances Cole Griffin. Nancy graduated from S.D. Lee High School in Columbus and received a degree in Elementary Education from MUW in Columbus. Nancy also received a master's degree in Education from Mississippi State University. She was an avid supporter of Mississippi State Athletics and enjoyed going to football, basketball, and baseball games.

Nancy was an educator for many years beginning with teaching at Franklin Elementary School and retiring as Principal of Heritage Academy Elementary. She was involved in many different organizations and was passionate about volunteering and spending time with her many friends. Nancy served as President of the Mississippi PEO International Chapter that was a Christian women's organization that raises money for scholarships for women. She was a member of the Columbus Junior Auxiliary, the Garden Club, Member of the Historical Society Docent Program at the Stephen D. Lee Home. After moving to Jackson, Nancy was involved in the River Hills Bridge Club and a Luncheon Club.

Mrs. Landrum-Jacks was a highly active member of the Columbus First Baptist Church where she taught Sunday School, directed weddings, and helped in many other volunteering roles. In Jackson, MS Nancy and Barney attended Christ United Methodist Church.

Nancy is survived by her husband Barney Jacks of Jackson, MS and his children; Jan Jacks Wade (Johnny) of Jackson, MS and Jay Allen Jacks (Leslie) of Memphis, TN. She is also survived by her son Jim Landrum (LeAnne) of Frisco, TX; daughter Frances Landrum Daily (Patrick) of Jackson, MS; grandchildren Parker Daily, Catherine Landrum, Griffin Landrum, Preston Daily, and Rachel Landrum. She was preceded in death by her first husband of 50 years James Terrell Landrum of Columbus; her parents; and sister Julia Griffin Otis of Tupelo, MS.

A family only Graveside Service will be held Friday at 2:00pm at Friendship Cemetery in Columbus with Dr. Shawn Parker officiating. Memorials may be made to Christ United Methodist Church or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Clarion Ledger from Jan. 28 to Jan. 29, 2021.

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Nora-Frances McRae

January 29, 2021

Nancy Landrum was my fourth grade teacher, and even then I knew she was very special. Among the highlights of that year, was her return from the World Series. She gave us a play-by-play which ,in my memory, mainly involved
A description of hits by the Cardinals on a dramatic scoreboard. She also organized her students into a game known as multiplication football. I think it was the only time I truly enjoyed anything related to mathematics. She enthusiastically encouraged us as we worked our way through the SRA reading program. If short, she made school and learning fun. Demonstration school, and her students were fortunate to have her as a teacher. I shall always be grateful for this early, shining light in my educational experience. Rest in peace, "Mrs. Landrum." Nora Frances Stone McRae

Faye Tabor

January 29, 2021

Nancy and my sister where class mates and very close. I always remember them having such a good time. Later I enjoyed that same great friendship with Nancy. I will miss her so much. My blessings to the family

Hazel Hodges

January 29, 2021

Nancy, was a 1958 Lee High Classmate and Friend. My sympathy to Barney, and all the Family.

Kyra Clem Carver

January 28, 2021

Jim and Frances
I am so terribly sorry to hear that Aunt Nancy has passed. We all loved her. Please know that my thoughts and Prayers are with all of you. My love to all. Your Cousin

Laura Harris

January 28, 2021

So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Nancy at LeGrande’s. She was a very special lady.

EULALIE Davis

January 28, 2021

Nancy was my Fourth Grade teacher at Demonstration School. I had had a string of old lady teachers so when I walked in and saw her in a poodle dress and red keds, I could not believe it. I remember telling my mother that my teacher wears tennis shoes!! She was so creative in her teaching. We had relay races to look up words in the dictionary. Since I could find the words quickly, it was the only time I was one of the first picked for any sports team!
She also taught multiplication by dividing the room in half and drawing a football field on the floor. She put a number on the football and threw it to us. We then went down the numbered field multiplying the number on the football by the number on the field. The fact that I can remember this 55 years later says a lot.

Libby Atkins

January 27, 2021

I am so sad to hear this about Nancy! She and Terrell were wonderful people!

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