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Herb JACKSON Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, 2010.

JACKSON, Herb
Sacramento native Herb Jackson died of cancer October 8, 2010 in his Land Park home surrounded by his family. He was 75. Herb was preceded in death by his parents Ruth and Howard Jackson; sisters Betty Kleeman and Barbara (Bobbie) Sueker; brother, Jack Jackson; and nephew, Pat Kleeman, all of Sacramento. He is survived by his wife and companion of 27 years, Pat O'Malley Jackson; sisters Lucy Ellen Hamilton (Bob) and Susie Yeates (Mike) of Sacramento; sister-in-law Eleanor Jackson; son Michael of Sacramento; daughters Colleen Hildeburn (Charlie) of Orinda and Karen Schuppert (Jay) of Napa; also survived by grandchildren Jane, Chase, and Mary Hildeburn, and stepchildren, Kristen Bruce and Mark Alling, stepgrandchildren Marko Alling, Ryan and Nick Bruce, and former wife Kathleen Jackson. He graduated from C.K. McClatchy High in 1952 and UC Berkeley in 1957. He played football and rugby at Cal and was voted MVP in 1956. After graduating from Hastings School of Law, Herb started his lifelong career as an attorney. He returned to Sacramento and founded the law firm Evans, Jackson & Kennedy. Herb represented Sacramento County as District Attorney and served on the Little Hoover Commission under the Reagan administration. Herb was an avid tennis player and loved nothing more than his noontime games at Sutter Lawn. He also enjoyed duck hunting with his pals and annual vacations at Stinson Beach with his family. Services will be held at Holy Spirit Church, Thursday, October 14th at 2pm. Remembrances may be sent to the American Cancer Society.

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Sandi McQuaide

October 10, 2021

I met Herb in the spring of 1980. I remember him as a handsome, man with beautiful blue eyes that sparkled when He laughed, which was often! I moved back to the east coast and from time to time we would speak on the phone. I had lost touch with Herb about 2000. I know I am ok 11 years late. he left his mark on me as a. special person . I was honored to call him my friend

Beth (Leonard) Schatz

October 14, 2010

I'm saddened to hear of Herb's passing. I have such fond memories of Herb at Sutter Lawn swim meets, rooting for his kids with unmatched enthusiasm and (always) that giant smile on his face. You are all in my prayers during this difficult time.

NAN DAVEY

October 13, 2010

WhethER IT WAS THE COURT HOUSE OR THE COFFEE SHOP OR WAY BACK WHEN SANTA CRUZ THERE WAS HERB WITH HIS WONDERFUL SMILE AND INFECTIOUS SMILE REST IN PEACE .
NAN BULLIER DAVEY

Darlene Brooks

October 13, 2010

Pat and Family.
There are just not the right words to convey how sad I am for you and your family. Everyone loved 'Herbie" and you said it best, "there will be such a void without him". He always made us smile. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We loved him most for the way he loved you.

Love,

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Carlene Wentz-Cook

October 13, 2010

May God bless you and keep you close at this time. Herb was a wonderful person and will be remembered for a long time to come.

At Stinson Beach

October 12, 2010

John O'Malley

October 12, 2010

Herb was a man who could "talk the talk" only because he could "walk the walk". I'm going to miss that confidence big heart. He was a true Renaissance Man. God Bless you Herb

Nicole Sedleniek

October 12, 2010

I think of Herb and smile because I never saw him without one...

He would often drive down Regina Way when the boys and I were out in the front yard playing ball. Every single time he would slow down his car, flash his contageous smile and give us a heartfelt "thumbs up." In those brief exchanges my boys felt like sports heroes. We will all miss that ritual.

Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

The Sedleniek Family
Nicole, John, Stephen and Luke

Kim Meek Shickel

October 12, 2010

Dear Pat, Kristen & the whole Jackson Family,

Thinking of you during this difficult time. I'll
always remember Herb as a man who celebrated
life. You could see in his eyes the love he had for you Pat, and his family. What an amazing man!
My favorite Herb quote:
"Let's get some personality!"
Much love,
Kim Meek Shickel

Tom & Helene Lytle

October 12, 2010

I first met Herb in the spring of 1953 when we sat next each other in a Physics class at Sacramento City College. Both becoming lawyers in the early 60's, our paths crossed often though we were seldom adversaries. Herb was a fine lawyer, a good friend and fine athlete as a young man and later in life as well. His hearty laughs, sense of humor, constant flow of email messages and friendship are going to be missed by many including me. Helene and I send our best wishes to the surviving family. God Bless you in this time of grief.

We love you, Herbie

Katie Cavanaugh-Dauber

October 11, 2010

So sorry to hear about your Dad. Thinking of you my friend.

Love you,
Christine Bailey

October 11, 2010

Dear Jackson Family,

Our sincere condolences for your loss. We will miss his laughter and friendship. You are in our prayers and thoughts.

Craig Mier and Lana Harrington

Jayne Knabe

October 11, 2010

Pat and Family,
We are so sorry and saddened by this news. Everyone that knew Herb, believed he was part of their Family. Our Family adored him. He will truly be missed by all.

The Knabe Family,
Jayne, Bill, Kimberly and Erin

Kaye Sims

October 11, 2010

Patti and family,

There are no words to express how deeply felt the loss of this wonderful man will be felt by you, your family and all Herbs friends. His laugh, his love of life and his genuine affection for people brought much joy to all who knew him. His forthright approach and sometimes, blunt honesty in his law practice proved to be my rock more than once. Please know our love is with you now. Dick and Kaye

Lynne Ryan

October 11, 2010

Pat,

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss - My heart aches for you. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Much love,

Lynne Silva Ryan (Elda's daughter)

Bob Wheatley

October 10, 2010

Thank you for being a big brother to me and for being the world's greatest partner. No one could have, or would have, been any more generous than you were when Drew was born and we became equal partners 11 months early. And, Drew still has the little stuffed baseball, football, and basketball you brought out to the house a week or so after he was born...truly a portent of things that were to come in his following 20 years. With all love, Wheats.

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