Donald Ray Jackson Sr.

Donald Ray Jackson Sr. obituary, Searcy, AR

Donald Ray Jackson Sr.

Donald Jackson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dillinger Funeral Home - Newport on Feb. 19, 2026.
Donald Ray Jackson Sr., 85, of Searcy, passed away on February 15, 2026, in Searcy. Born on April 7, 1940, in Newport, he was the son of Lonnie William Jackson and Ruby Juanita (Oliphant) Jackson. Donald was preceded in death by his parents, his son, Donald Ray Jackson Jr., and his sister, Kay Francis Purty.

He is lovingly remembered by his daughters, Tammy Wilson of Newark and Teresa Bristow of Cave City; his brother, Tony Jackson of Searcy; and his sister, Patsy Stewart of Newport. Donald's legacy lives on through his family including his eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren, who will cherish his memory always.

No service is scheduled at this time. The family invites friends and loved ones to remember Donald in their hearts and celebrate his life in their own special way.

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