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Benjamin Jackson Obituary
- - Benjamin Jackson, 84, passed away on September 30, 2018 at CareOne at The Highlands, Edison. Born in Valdosta, Georgia, he lived in Colonia. Benjamin was a school teacher in the Woodbridge School System for many years before his retirement. He was a veteran of the United States Marines and a member of Ebenezer AME Church in Rahway.
Benjamin is survived by his son Rodney Jackson; brother, Oree Jackson; sister, Vurdie Craddock; former daughter in law, Annalea Jackson and 2 grandchildren.
Visitation will be Thursday evening from 7 to 9 PM at Ebenezer AME Church, 253 Central Avenue, Rahway. Visiting hours will continue on Friday morning from 10 to 11 AM at the church followed by the funeral service starting at 11 AM. Entombment will follow at Woodbridge Memorial Gardens, Woodbridge.
Arrangements are by the Jones Funeral Home, 247 Elm Avenue, Rahway.
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Sarge
October 8, 2018
Ben, farewell my brother rest in peace Semper Fidelis
Ed Spatola
October 5, 2018
God Bless You Uncle Ben!
Coach Ed (BK)
October 4, 2018
Rodney and Family
May God give you peace and comfort.
Trust in God and be blessed.
Sincerely,
Mary McLeod
Rahway
Robin Garner
October 4, 2018
Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. (John 14:1) May the light of God shine upon you at this time . God bless you Rodney and all other family member at this time of bereavement. Amen
Nancy Alberici
October 4, 2018
Mr. Jackson was a very pleasant man. May your family remember him with smiling hearts.
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