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James Jackson Obituary
James Raymond Jackson, a long time resident of El Paso, Texas, passed away on January 26, 2008, at the age of 65. He was born in El Dorado, Arkansas on October 25, 1942, to the late Raymond Monroe and Hope McAteer Jackson of El Dorado, Arkansas. Jim attended El Dorado High School which prided itself on giving a much higher education to its students. He excelled in high school academically, and received a football scholarship to Ouachita Baptist College in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. There, he also excelled academically as well as in his favorite sport of football. He made a name for himself in basketball and track too. Jim loved the Dallas Cowboys and football remained one of his greatest interests throughout his life. He also was an avid reader and enjoyed reading everything from mysteries to historical novels, and science fiction fantasy. Jim took R.O.T.C. in college and joined the United States Army after graduation as a Second Lieutenant. He served in the army for 10 years in Air Defense Artillery. In 1966, Jim and Diane Fisher Jackson met while Jim was stationed at Ft. Bliss. They married and had two beautiful children- Troy Jackson, 39 and Erin Jackson, 37. Jim and Diane lived in Germany for two army assignments as well as in San Pedro, California, and Ft. Bliss again for a second assignment. Jim also served in Vietnam. Jim was a wonderful husband and father. After being medically retired as a Captain from the army, he took care of the children while Diane went back to work as a school teacher with the El Paso Independent School District. Jim and Diane had a wonderful marriage in which they shared many happy family times. Jim will be greatly missed by his wife and children. We love you very much!!! Visitation will be held Thursday, January 31, 2008 from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM at Martin Funeral Home West. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 10:00 AM at Martin Funeral Home West. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens of the Valley Cemetery in Santa Teresa, NM with full military honors. Services entrusted to Martin Funeral Home West, 128 N. Resler Dr., El Paso, Texas 79912
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Kelley McGrath
January 31, 2008
From The McGrath Family we wish Diane, Troy and Erin our deepest sympathies during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss! He will be greatly missed. All our love
Ina Calvano
January 30, 2008
From El Paso and Houston, the Calvano family's thoughts and prayers are with you. It was an honor and pleasure to know Jim.
Mike Casey
January 30, 2008
Mr. Jackson,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your years of dedicated service and sacrifice for our Country-especially when you were in Vietnam. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Carolyn Nutt Thomas
January 30, 2008
Dianne, Troy, and Erin,
I am so sorry for your loss. I was around 15 the last time I saw Jimmy. He was always so kind. Troy was just a baby. Maybe one day we will all get to meet.
With Deepest Sympathy, Carolyn Nutt Thomas
Marilyn Mow
January 30, 2008
I remember Jimmy as a young man at family reunions. Jimmy was my cousin and oftentimes my aunt said that my son looked a lot like Jimmy.
Vivian Darner
January 30, 2008
Thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. We love you.
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