Paul Jackson Obituary
Paul D. Jackson, age 79, of Corbin, Kentucky passed away on June 7, 2025.
Born on December 10, 1945, in Harlan County, Kentucky, He was a son of the late Scott and Mossie Jackson. Paul was a retired maintenance worker and a US Army Veteran having served in the Vietnam War.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his siblings, Gerald, Sue, and Fanny.
Paul is survived by his children, Paul Jackson Jr., and Michelle Henson; brother, Ray Jackson; and by several grandchildren including Justin Collins.
Visitation will be held from 12 - 2 pm on Thursday June 12, 2025, at the Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, where his funeral service will be held at 2 pm. with Rev. Charles Henson and Rev. Jeffrey Sikes officiating.
Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery in Corbin, Kentucky with military honors by the American Legion Post #88.
In lieu of flowers, the family is seeking donations to help with funeral expenses. To make a donation, please call or stop by Vankirk-Grisell Funeral Home, or you may make your online donation by selecting the "donate" icon on the funeral home's website. The family will be given a list of all who have helped.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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