Carol Jean "Aurentz" Jackson

Carol Jean "Aurentz" Jackson obituary, Carl Junction, MO

Carol Jean "Aurentz" Jackson

Carol Jackson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home, Inc. - Springfield on Jan. 5, 2026.
Carol Jean (Aurentz) Jackson, beloved mother and daughter of Carl Aurentz and Hazel Clark White, passed away on January 3, 2026 at the age of 86.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Doris Glen Jackson.

She was known for her kindness, strength, and warmth and the love the shared so freely.

She is survived by her children, Carla and Lee Szymanski, who reside in Carl Junction, MO, Jim and Mary Jackson who reside in Springfield, Paula and Todd Wiesehan who reside in Springfield, and Jeff Jackson who resides in Republic. Carol is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, others, and will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

Carol requested a graveside service that will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 12, 2026 in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, and will be laid to rest with her husband, Glen. Arrangements are under the care of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home.

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Carla Szymanski

January 5, 2026

Mom, I´m going to miss you so much... but I´m glad no more pain for you. Go to heaven and give them your love grandma, dad, Bob and all the kids. Will see you one day. Will miss our calls

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