Robert A. Jackman

North Brookfield – Robert A. Jackman, 89, of North Brookfield, passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026, surrounded by his loving family at home.

He leaves behind his beloved wife of 61 years, Patricia E. Jackman; his daughter, Martha L. Conley and her husband, Steve, of Standish, ME; his son, Peter W. Jackman and his wife, Patty, of Baiting Hollow, NY; his four beloved grandchildren, Joshua and James Conley, and Sarah and Tyler Klos; as well as his brother, Paul Jackman of GA, and his sister, Lynne Pincince of Hillsboro, NH. He was born in Saugus, MA, son of the late Edward and Doris Jackman.

Bob earned his bachelor’s degree from Northeastern University and later went on to earn his Master of Divinity from the former Bangor Theological Seminary. In his spare time, he loved visiting the White Mountains in New Hampshire, and Downeast Maine. In his younger years, he enjoyed tent-trailer and travel-trailer camping with Pat and the kids. More recently, he visited Bermuda, Scotland, Alaska, and made a western states National Parks tour. He enjoyed watching the Red Sox play, and playing the occasional round of golf, as well as solving crossword puzzles. He also enjoyed indulging in sweets. However, the time he could spend with his family was that which he loved most of all.

Calling hours for Robert will be held on Friday, January 16, 2026, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM in Varnum Funeral Home, 43 E Main Street, West Brookfield, MA 01585. A Funeral Service will be held the following day, Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 11:00AM in West Brookfield Congregational Church, 36 North Main Street, West Brookfield, MA 01585. Burial will be held in Walnut Grove Cemetery in North Brookfield in the spring.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Sharing Cupboard Food Pantry, PO Box 371, West Brookfield, MA 01585.

Varnum Funeral Home is honored to serve the Jackman family. An online tribute page is available at varnumfuneralhome.com.