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Larry Jackson Obituary
1946 - 2016
GARDINER - Larry S. Jackson, 70, of Gardiner, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Oct. 15, 2016, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta, with his family by his side. He was born in Richmond on Jan. 14, 1946, the son of Carl and Hazel (Martin) Jackson.
Larry was a long time District Manager for Top Gas in New England and later spent 11 years as Foreman at Dexter Shoe Company until their closing. Larry enjoyed racing at Unity Raceway. He loved spending time with his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He is predeceased by his parents; brother, Carl. Larry is survived by his wife, Bonnie (Harmon) Jackson; six sons, Larry Jr. of Newport, Richard of Skowhegan, Dale and his wife, Angie of Pittsfield, Paul and his wife, Brandi of Fairfield, James and his wife, Cristina of Warwick, R.I., and Michael of Palmyra; three daughters, Sandra Bolstridge and husband, Les of Corinna, Merlene Bailey and husband, Mark of Dexter, Wendy Cookson of Myrtle Beach, S.C.; brother, Gary Jackson of Gardiner, and sister, Merlene Fyfe of Pittston; 34 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Larry's life on Saturday Oct. 22, 2016, from 1 - 3 p.m. at Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville, where a service for Larry will be held at 3 p.m. An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at www.gallantfh.com.
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Dale Jackson
October 25, 2016
Thank you to everyone,He would have been so happy to see just how many he touched,He was a man of honor and humer,If he told you something he stuck to it.Over the last 2 yrs I feel I became closer to him then I had in my 46 yrs..We talked every day,Saw him every week,Fixed so many machines even if I never had to touch them.Heard so many great stories and man does he have a lot .It seemed no matter where we went he knew someone.So many have a story about the time they spent with him and I ask you hold on to that story and never let his memory go.He was my superman I will never forget him and I do hope I can some day be half the dad he was to me to my children.I will and Love you Daddy
David and Susan Boutilier
October 21, 2016
Bonnie there are no words to help but just know we are think about u and your family David and I thought the world of Larry and we just can't believe this has happened Love u David and Susan
Stephanie Sudsbury
October 21, 2016
There's no words to say how much of a fun wonderful person Larry was. My most favorite things were the hugs he always gave each and everytime time I saw him.
Your presence, wit and your sense of humor will be greatly missed. Thanks for all the dances and for simpley being you...until we dance again ..
My thoughts to bonnie and all the family.
joyce martin
October 19, 2016
To the family of larry Jackson, I am sorry for your loss.
George Fernald Jr.
October 19, 2016
Was a hell of nice guy, great sense of humor, & glad I got to see him enjoy racing. Will never forget his Taurus, that the fire didn't want to go out. So sorry to Richard & Paul & the rest of the family. He will be missed greatly
Kevin Davis
October 19, 2016
I'll never forget the little enduro race car you helped us build and my niece and nephew put paint hand prints all over it.. I never had a better repo man.. Till we meet again.. God bless the family..
Prudence Burgess, RN
October 19, 2016
So sorry bonnie n family. I enjoyed time spent with Larry n his awesome sense of humor.
Misty Valzania
October 19, 2016
You will be greatly missed Last. My heart and prayers are with your family.
Anvance/Carquest Auto parts
October 19, 2016
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing. He will be missed. We always enjoyed his wit. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kathy,Ron,Pete,Cassie
Mary Bolick
October 19, 2016
I just wanted to send my thoughts and prayers to Bonnie and all of Larry and Bonnie's Family. We use to love talking and laughing with you and Bonnie about all of the stories of when you guys hung out with my Grandfather. You are surely going to be missed a lot.
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