Gene Jackson

Gene Jackson obituary, Florence, SC

Gene Jackson

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Feb

20

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Elkins Funeral Home

1535 Hermitage Drive, Florence, AL 35630

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Feb

21

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Elkins Funeral Home

1535 Hermitage Drive, Florence, AL 35630

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Gene Jackson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Elkins Funeral Home - Florence on Feb. 18, 2026.
Mr. Gene Jackson, age 78 of Florence, passed away on February 17, 2026. Visitation will be held at Elkins Funeral Home in Florence on Friday, February 20 from 5:00pm – 8:00pm. Services will be held the following morning at 10:00am in the Elkins Funeral Home chapel. Burial will immediately follow the services at Tri-Cities Memorial Gardens.

Mr. Jackson was a wonderful father and wanted to make sure that everyone felt loved and welcomed. He was an avid music listener and enjoyed drinking coffee. He loved being outdoors camping or just enjoying a great walk.

Mr. Jackson is survived by his children, Jennifer Viall (Brad), Jacqueline Beirne (Kevin), and Jason Jackson; grandchildren, Jackson Viall (Kayla), Kaitlyn Viall House (Garrett), and Austin Viall, Ruairi Beirne, Lauren Beirne, and Elizabeth Beirne; great-grandchild, Grady Viall; several nieces, nephews and extended family members; and special caregiver, M.J.

He is preceded by his wife, Kathy Jackson; parents, Archie and Gladys Jackson; and siblings, Junior Jackson, Shirley Holt.
You're invited to leave your condolences at www.elkinsfuneralhome.com.

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Upcoming Events

Feb

20

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Elkins Funeral Home

1535 Hermitage Drive, Florence, AL 35630

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Feb

21

Funeral service

10:00 a.m.

Elkins Funeral Home

1535 Hermitage Drive, Florence, AL 35630

Send FlowersBook nearby hotels

Services provided by

Elkins Funeral Home - Florence

Only 13 hours left for delivery to next service.