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Shawn Lamour Jackson, Sr
1964 - 2024
Shawn Lamour Jackson, Sr
1964 - 2024
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BORN
1964
DIED
2024
Shawn Jackson, Sr Obituary
Shawn Lamour Jackson, a loving partner, father, papa, and friend, passed away on January 2, 2024, in San Francisco, CA, at the age of 59. He was born on July 31, 1964, in San Francisco, CA. Shawn was a San Francisco Police Officer from 1994 to 2021, where he spent most of his career at Tenderloin Station.
He had a passion for Tommy Bahama, timepieces, Las Vegas, and bowling. He was an avid bowler in the Nevada Police and Fire games as well as in many tournaments throughout California. Shawn enjoyed experiencing Disneyland through the eyes of his partner, Heather and their granddaughter, Makenna. He also enjoyed taking walks, traveling and sharing meals with Heather.
Shawn will be deeply missed by his Domestic Partner/Wife Heather Grives, children Shawn Jackson Jr (Amber), Kaila Grives, Lance Jackson, and Neilani Jackson, grandchildren Leondre (Jack), Tristan, Landon, Brooklyn, Marino, Shawn Jackson III & Sevyn Jackson, and Makenna Grives (Papa's G-snap). He is also survived by his father Edward Jackson (Paige), stepdad Tim Lawrence (Doris), sister Shannon Robinson (Seth), Mother-in-law Cindy Grives, Brothers-in-law Steven Grives III (Sophia), Alexander Grives, Sisters-in-laws Taryn Atwood (Le) and Sophia Grives, many aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews, many friends, as well as his Thin Blue Line, SFPD & TTF Family. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, mother Doris Lawrence (Tim), sister and brother-in-law Sharmayne and Frank Clay, Father-in-law Steven Grives and son Brian Jackson.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, July 31st, 2024, from 4-8 pm at the Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Ave, San Francisco. Duggan's Serra Mortuary in Daly City, CA, is assisting with the arrangements.
In addition to his dedicated service as a police officer, Shawn enjoyed bowling, eating & hanging out with friends, listening to music and traveling in his leisure time. He will be remembered for his kind heart, devotion to his family, and his commitment to serving his community.
May he rest in peace.
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League Bowler at Serra Bowl
February 14, 2025
Shawn, here it is Valentine's Day 2025 only to read your obituary and not knowing you have been gone. Remember bowling at Serra Bowl when my son took the game serious enough to bowl in the PBA and won his first West Region Title.
You inspired the bowlers and if you see my dad you two would have Heavenly Lanes for sure.
Your phone number still in my phone since then.
You now are at a better place.
Ed Santos Jr.
May 4, 2024
RIP Shawn! Enjoyed having you as a bowling teammate, friend, and co-worker. My sincere condolences to Heather and your family. May you rest in peace and godspeed on your journey to the next life...
Kevin Phipps
April 27, 2024
RIP Shawn. It was always a pleasure and adventure working with you. You will be missed.
B.Caraway
April 27, 2024
I had the pleasure to work with Shawn at TTF. It should be noted to this day his SFPD Department ID card is still attached to the doorway of the TTF Keepers Office, his office. He was a legend among us!
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Judith Garvey
April 26, 2024
With gratitude to Officer Jackson for all of his work in the Tenderloin. He was a special person to work the Tenderloin. Condolences to the family.
George Fogarty
April 25, 2024
I worked with Shawn at the TTF , he was a great easy going guy , and always ready if you needed a hand. Gone to soon, rest easy.
Ivan Sequeira
April 25, 2024
Just found out about Shawn's passing. What a loss. Shawn was a joy to work with nights in the Tenderloin. Great real conversations. I was always impressed with how fast he could run. Rest in peace. Bud. Condolences to the family.
Joe Juarez
April 25, 2024
I´m so very sorry to Heather and Shawn´s family. I remember all those years of TTF. And the laughs. And Shawn was in the middle of so many of them.
"Sugar" is one of those colorful characters that will go down in the lores of TTF history.
I will never forget the morning 06 lineup the day after Obama first got elected. Sugar came prancing in to 0600 lineup with that grin insisting that " from now on I want to be referred to as Mister Jackson."
I remember when a suspect crashed a stolen vehicle on 8th street and ran into the Holiday Inn and we were chasing him. Sean comes walking out of the Holiday Inn smiling with the suspect in handcuffs. And sugar said " you guys looking for this one? He interrupted my breakfast."
There were also many quiet conversations about faith and family. Sean was a very good man. He will be missed.
So many memories. Rest well friend. I keep you in prayer
Joe Juarez
John Cerna
April 25, 2024
I remember meeting Shawn at CJ1, bringing in his transports in his paddy wagon. Always had his infectious smile on and talking his smack. Action Jackson will truly be missed! Rest in peace buddy!
Chad Tomasulo-Campos
April 25, 2024
Deepest respect. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a good man and he will be watching over you all from above. Rosemary and I are sending our love to Heather and all the family in this time of need.
Neighbor
April 25, 2024
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Damon Williams Jr
April 25, 2024
Shawn
Lavante
Damon
For many years it was just us three! So funny! When folks came into the Station with..
Complaints, our first question was....
Describe the Bandit!
It was never us!
Damon
Mike Puccinelli
April 25, 2024
I worked with Shawn at TTF when he first came on board the SFPD. Shawn was a good worker and had an infectious happy go lucky attitude. Shawn was definitely one of the good guys and he will be missed. Rest Easy, my friend, my condolences to his family
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