James Arhur Jackson

Obituary James Arthur “Jimmy Jack” Jackson, 76, died Friday May 28, 2021 at his residence. He wishes was to be cremated, no services are planned at this time. He was born on March 28, 1945 in Harrisburg, IL to the late Ralph Curran and Marion Tulip (Taylor) Jackson. He was a carpenter working many years for Bob Cooper Construction. Jimmy Jack's favorite song was “People are Crazy” by Billy Currington. He was a great father, who loved to spend time with his grandchildren. He was loved by everyone who knew him. He is survived by 2 Sons: Darren Ross Jackson of Harrisburg, IL and Scotty Alan Jackson; 4 Daughters: Ashley Wingate of Marion, IL; Darla Keller and Dee Shaw both of Colorado and Lyndsay England; 2 Sisters: Carolyn (Dean) Mallady and Linda Moore both of Harrisburg, IL; 5 Grandchildren: Bethany Hayes, Gabrielle Jackson, Felicia Jackson, Dallas Dakota Jackson, Israel Jackson and Christian Jackson. He was preceded in death by 6 Brothers: Stanley Jackson, Jack Jackson, Claude Jackson, Clyde Jackson, Carl Jackson and Jerry Jackson.