Delores Marie Jackson

JACKSON, Delores Marie, 71, of Richmond, departed this life on Sunday, November 1, 2020. She was a proud graduate of Maggie L. Walker High School, Class of 1967. She attended Tennessee State University on a track scholarship and was a member of the famed Wilma Rudolph "Tiger Belles." She graduated in 1972 with a B.S. degree in elementary education with a minor in health education. She later attended Virginia State University and earned a certification in special education. She worked for several Richmond Public Schools teaching elementary grades and finally special education, until she was forced to leave because of her health. After leaving Richmond Public Schools, she tutored many children. Delores was a compassionate and thoughtful person. She was a people person and loved her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry M. Sr. and Viola Gray Jackson. Surviving are her brother, Henry Jackson Jr. (Marilyn); three nephews, devoted Henry Jackson III (Chanel), Jason Winston (Kia) and Justin Winston (Kellie); niece, Angela Jackson; a host of other relatives and friends. The family would like to thank Davita Dialysis Center, Johnston-Willis Hospital and The Laurels of Willow Creek Rehabilitation Center for the loving care that they rendered. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd., where viewing will be held Tuesday, November 10, from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m. Private graveside services will be held Wednesday at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Online guestbook at www.scottsfuneralhome.com. .