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Harold Jackson Obituary

JACKSON, HAROLD C. L., JR.; September 22, 2015; age 89. Lifelong resident of the Detroit area. Proud veteran U.S. Air Force and graduate of the University of Michigan. Longtime manager of Public Relations for General Motors. Beloved husband of Sally (formerly Cole) for 30 years. Dear father of Elizabeth “Betsy” Judd (Gregg), Harold “Buzz” III, Barbara Crowley (Mark), Bradley (Beth), Lisa Nelson (Thomas), Diane Griffin (John) and Pamela Carrico (Michael). Also survived by 16 grandchildren. Brother of Daniel. Family appreciates the loving care at Oakmont Assisted Living in Rochester Hills. Family will receive friends Sunday 12:30 p.m. until celebration of life service at 1 p.m. followed by luncheon reception at The Heathers Club, 900 Upper Scotsborough Way, Bloomfield `Hills. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorial tributes to the Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Old Newsboys Goodfellow Fund of Detroit. A.J. Desmond & Sons (248) 549-0500. View obituary and share memories at www.AJDesmond.com

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Published by The Oakland Press from Sep. 23 to Sep. 24, 2015.

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Sep

27

Calling hours

12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Heathers Club

900 Upper Scotsborough Way, Bloomfield `Hills, MI

Sep

27

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

The Heathers Club

900 Upper Scotsborough Way,, Bloomfield `Hills, MI

Funeral services provided by:

A.J. Desmond & Sons Funeral Directors - Vasu, Rodgers & Connell Chapel

32515 Woodward Avenue, Royal Oak, MI 48073

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