Otis Louis Jackson Sr.

Mr. Otis Louis Jackson, Sr. returned home to the Lord on Tuesday, November 17, 2015 at the age of 90. He joined his wife, two sons, other loved ones and friends. Mr. Jackson was born on February 10, 1925 in Centreville, Mississippi to the union of Warner Jackson, Sr. and Mamie Bruce. He was one of six children. He married his beautiful bride, Nancy Lee Thomas and raised their six children in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a World War II veteran and worked as an engineer and boiler technician onboard the USS President for over 40 years. He was a great man, patriarch and a true statesman. He leaves to cherish his loving memories to his son, Otis Louis Jackson, Jr. of New Orleans, LA and three daughters: Urseleen Stephens (Ruben, Sr.) of Gonzales, LA, Sheila E. Jackson of New Orleans, LA and Maudeva Jackson Hansford (Adam) of Washington, DC. Also survived by a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Family and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Celebration on Saturday, November 28, 2015 at Tulane Memorial Baptist Church, 3601 Paris Avenue, New Orleans, LA for 11:00 A.M. Visitation will begin at 10:00 A.M. Pastor Ross Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Guestbook: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600.