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Obituary For Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson
Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson, 90, of Sylvan Hills Cove, Memphis, TN, transitioned into eternal life on March 3, 2024 at the Methodist North Hospital in Memphis, TN.
She was born in Harrisburg, PA, the daughter of the late John W. and Wilma D. Wilson Jones. A graduate of the former Steelton High School, Dr. Jackson retired as manager of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Professional Development Program and regional coordinator in the Division of Federal Programs at the Pennsylvania Department of Education. She formerly taught English language arts and served as English department head at the Steelton-Highspire High School, was a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University, Shippensburg University, The University of Pittsburgh and received a certificate of completion in Advanced Church Ministries from the Evangelical Training Association under the Tutelage of Bishop Ivy Hopkins, pastor of Grace Temple Church of the Living God in Steelton; was a life member of both the NAACP and The Penn State Alumni Association; a founding member of the Capitol Area Music Association; a former board member of the Open Stage and the Pennsylvania State Sunday School Association and she was a life member of The First Baptist Church of Steelton.
Dr. Jackson was preceded in death by her daughter, Lori L. Brown Elery, formerly of Country Club Hills, IL; her granddaughter, Monica L. Ellis Howerton, formerly of Landover, MD and her brother, John W. Jones, Jr. of Fayetteville, GA.
Surviving is her husband, Calobe Jackson of Harrisburg, PA; three sons, Mark E. Brown of Memphis, TN, Bryon Jackson and Terrell Jackson, both of Harrisburg; two daughters, Vida M. Brown Johnson, of Memphis, TN and Erica Jackson Davis of South Carolina; a sister, Barbara A. Mitchell of Albuquerque, New Mexico and a brother, William H. Jones of Harrisburg. Dr. Jackson also leaves to cherish her memory thirteen grandchildren, ten great- grandchildren, 3 great- great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.
Her life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024 in the Sanctuary of her church, The First Baptist Church of Steelton, 1850 S. 19th Street, Harrisburg with viewing and visitation from 9:30 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and burial in William Howard Day Cemetery.
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Teri Brown-Shepard sent The Peace Lily for Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson - March 12, 2024
With Love from Teri and Kelvin Shepard
5 Trees were planted in memory of Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson - March 18, 2024
Henry Lewis planted 7 trees in memory of Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson . - March 15, 2024
Bill, my condolence to you and your family in the loss of your sister.
Sherry Robison Holloway
My sympathy to the family of Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson. She was a great mentor in both the school and community. Her sincere smile and warm kindness will be remembered.
My condolences and prayers for the Jackson family and friends. Frances Waters
Dr. Jackson and I have shared many moments of respect and friendship through the years. I united with The First Baptist Church of Steelton where she was a member and the Director of Christian Education. I was assigned to her committee and I enjoyed serving with her. We became friends as I learned more and more about Christian Education. She was very instructive and kind. Her knowledge was very impressive and I admired her work ethics. She shall be remembered always in my heart.
To my family, Cousin Jackie was a complete joy. I fondly remember all our trips to visit everyone, the annual football game, family time, a complete package. You will be missed dearly but your love remains. I chose the white candle, a sign of peace, which you can now enjoy. To my cousins, Vida and Mark, i have you in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy to Dr. Jackson's family...may you feel His loving arms around you during this time. I am so thankful for the blessing of Dr. Jacqueline Brown Jackson in my life throughout many years. It began with having Homeroom and a wonderful English class with Mrs. Brown to having a long, wonderful friendship which, later, included my daughter. I will always remember our hugging after Steel-High's winning game against John Harris (Fall 1968), our shared love of music, and her beautiful, caring smile with the twinkle in her eyes. She will be deeply missed! Clydene Rudy Strauss
I want to express my sincere condolences to Dr Jacqueline's family, she left a great legacy and she will always be remembered!! Lucille Wright Ray ( a former student )
I knew Dr. Jackson as Mrs. Brown when she was an English teacher at Steel High, circa 1962. She was not only a caring and competent educator but also the person who gave me confidence and encouragement to pursue education as a career. I became an English teacher and then advanced my education largely because of the guidance that she provided. The insight and compassion that she shared gave many of us a solid push in the right direction. May she rest in peace. J. W. Heckert, Ed.D.
To my Oberlin Gardens family. Your Mother will missed dearly. She was a very sweet lady. She was one of the mothers that looked out for us as we were growing up. Mark and Vida I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. Love you guys! Sherry Wright
Dr. Jackie, I cannot tell you how much you mean too me. You have always been my second mom. I will always treasure every moment I had with you and your words.
I will always hold your friendship and your love deep in my heart and soul. I will miss you very much. Don't worry about about Vida I will keep her straight.
Love you momma!
Miss Jacqueline I miss coming over your house and reading with you I'm sorry that your gone I love you, I chose a pink candle for you cause it's my favorite color love Aryanna lewis
DR.Jacqueline I will miss you dearly, thank you for being like a mother to me and telling me it how it is, I will miss all the advice you gave me and let's not forget the sass I love you so much my heart is heavy you may be gone in flesh but your memory will forever live on, sleep in peace. - The Lewis Family
From our first real meeting at her sister-in-law Phoebe Brown's Christmas Eve party through our choir's farewell concert to her as she departed for Tennessee, Dr. Jackson has been a friend and a blessing to me, as she has been to so many in our community. She was such a good teacher and role model that she mastered the art of exhorting and edifying you even in casual conversation. I smile now at her memory even as my eyes glisten, and I am grateful that we both served and serve a Master who has promised that her separation will be brief and temporary--so long as we follow the example that He and she have set.
To the Family,
It has always been a joy to sing with Dr. Jackson with CAMA! Such a sweet and beautiful woman.
May it be of comfort to know that we are praying for you all. With Prayers of Peace & Comfort, Rev. Dr. Brandon T. Carter
Sorry for your loss.She will be sadly missed. The SEAY FAMILY
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