William Hugo Jackson Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For William Hugo Jackson

William Hugo Van Jackson, Jr., 86, native of Richmond, departed this life on April 3, 2022 where he resided in Ellicott City, Maryland. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sylvia Johnson. Surviving are his son, William Hugo Van Jackson, III (Annie); two grandsons, William Hugo Van Jackson, IV and Hugh Varon Jackson (Jessica); two granddaughters, Ashley Hardy (Donmanique) and Bianca Parrish; two great grandchildren, Asher Jackson and Donmanique Hardy, Jr.; sister-in-law, Goldie Parks Van Jackson; nieces, Pamela V. Piggee and HelenRuth Van Jackson Vines; great nieces, Alexis, Ameera and Taylor and a host of cousins, family members and friends. Hugo Jackson’s kind nature and giving spirit touched everyone who knew him. He loved well and laughed often while telling a joke or sharing a story. Brother Hugo Jackson, the only child of the late Annibea and Hugo Jackson, Sr., accepted Jesus Christ as his savior at an early age. He was baptized as a child at the 14th and Broad Streets location of First African Baptist Church. He was a dedicated church member where he served his church family through his love for music. He served for many years as a member of the senior choir. Inspired by the existing Sunday School Orchestra, Hugo Jackson started the Church Orchestra as a part of the music ministry. Hugo also helped to secure musical instruments for the First African Baptist Church day care center where he introduced preschool aged children to music. He was passionate about serving senior citizens in our community and so he committed the orchestra to providing mini concerts at various nursing homes in the Richmond area. Brother Jackson always demonstrated his loyal support of the church in its ministry and church events. Hugo Jackson was educated in Richmond Public Schools. He furthered his education at Virginia State University by earning bachelor and master degrees in education. He taught music education in Chesterfield County and later in Richmond Public Schools, where he retired after more than thirty years. During his tenure, he led the marching bands of Thomas Jefferson, George Wythe and Hugenot High Schools to participate in and win several competitions. He was passionate about education. During his career, he helped many students secure college scholarships in the field of music education. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and The Richmond Jazz Society. He shared his music with the community by creating the jazz ensemble, “The Sounds Of Elegance” in which he performed for events in the greater Richmond area. In his retirement years, he found pleasure gardening and spending time with his grandsons. He was asked in an interview why he decided to become a musician. He answered by saying, “When I played the piano before a crowd for the first time, I saw that it put a smile on their faces. I decided at that moment that I wanted to reach out and touch people and make them smile with my music”. He will be remembered for his kindness, warm sense of humor and as a loving father, grandfather and friend. Remains rest at Scott’s Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd. where viewing will be held from 2:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, 2022. Funeral services will be held 4 p.m. Thursday, April 7 at Scott’s Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Rodney Waller officiating. Interment 9:30 a.m. Friday, April 8 at Roselawn Memory Gardens, 13389 Mountain Road, Glen Allen. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in his memory to the Howard County Foundation for Black Educational and Cultural Achievement, Inc., P. O. Box 69, Columbia, MD 21045 video: https://vimeo.com/697497746

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Mr Jackson, you taught me a lot about discipline and showmanship my first year at Huguenot High and that is something I will never forget. May you rest in paradise King! Jessica Gay Class of 1999 HHS

May you Rest In Peace! Sending my sincere condolences to the family. Mr Jackson was an amazing musician, and educator. Dennis Winston

RIP "Jack". Thanks for introducing me to jazz even when I resisted it. You taught me about musicianship and showmanship. You were a great teacher and motivator and your presence on this Earthly plane will be missed. JHW Trojans'85

Thank you, Mr. Jackson, for your patience, guidance, and dedication; for inspiring us to not limit ourselves; and for pushing many of us to be better musicians and people. I learned lessons from you about focus and determination that have helped me throughout my life, and I am thankful to have been your student. Rest in Paradise, sir.
To Mr. Jackson's family, words cannot express my sympathy. You have my sincerest condolences and deepest prayers. May God keep each of you through this difficult time.
Claudia Picot, HHS Band (1987-90)

CONDOLENCES FROM THE FAMILY OF THE LATE MARGARET HARRIS

It was with great sorrow to hear of the passing of Hugo. He was the epitomy of a fine gentleman,superb musician, great teacher and a man of God. To his family & to all who loved him we offer our deepest sympathy. May God surround you with peace, love & comfort during this difficult period. Rest in peace Hugo. Blessings, Thomas Shaw,Jr Fellow Musician Shelia O.Spurlock - Shaw Former Vocalist with "Hugo Jackson & The Sound of Elegance"

THANK YOU Jack!!!!You gave me the confidence to play that alto sax at JHW, and be really good at it. I'll never forget the band room at TJ. It wasn't just a classroom, it was a sanctuary we could hang out in at anytime. Your guidance got me in that SPARTAN LEGION!!!!

Dear Family: On behalf of Richmond Jazz Society please accept our sincerest sympathies. Mr. Hugo Van Jackson was revered by musicians, students and the Jazz community as a Richmond icon. We are all immensely grateful for his love of Music and his community. We will continue to honor the legacy he left for us. To Brighter Moments, B. J. Brown, Robert Payne and Hugo's RJS Family. 💕 🎶 🤲

Sending our prayers to the family of Hugo Jackson, he will be missed and never forgotten. Johnson family (First African Baptist Church).

My condolences and prayers to Mr. Jackson's family. My son was a part of the church orchestra and we appreciated Mr. Jackson's encouragement G]Gto students. Linda Garnett

Sending prayers of comfort to Hugo (Sonny) , Annie and family. Darryl, Dianne and Daniel

Rest in Peace Mr. Hugo Jackson. Fond memories from Mary Crawford and Thomas Jefferson Marching and Concert band.

Prayers to the family of Hugo Van Jackson from the Crawford family.

My condolences to Mr. Jackson's family, loved ones but especially to his son Hugo Jackson III. Having only met Mr. Jackson once and spoken to him on a few occasions, he was a man to admire. I feel that i got to know him mostly through his son and I would like to think that his son exhibited his father's best qualities. Take your well deserved rest, sir! Elder Harvey Smith (New Jersey)

Thank you, Hugo, for being my friend, classmate, neighbor and co-worker for many years. May you rest in peace and rise in glory. Clara M. Hoggard Class of '57 Virginia State University.

Sincere sympathy to all the Jackson family on the passing of a wonderful person who was a high school and college friend. His life was so well lived because he was always bringing much joy through his music. His talent and commitment were great blessings. Elizabeth Lambert Johns

To Sunny, you probably have forgotten the Myers family from 1223 West Moore Street. Sorry to hear about your father. How is your mother? Would love to see you and your family.

Rest In Peace. 🙏 I really enjoyed singing 🎼🎹 with you about 3 years ago at the Petersburg Train Station. Walt and Carolyn Street

To the family of such a great, kind, fun loving person, one who could and would put a smile on anyone's face, we offer our condolences to you at this time. We have enjoyed his music at our Reunions and we thank God for loaning him to us. May he rest in Heavenly Peace.
The Carver High School Class Of 1960. Chester, Virginia

My condolences to the family. I'm saddened to hear of Mr. Jackson's passing. His excellence, passion, and talent as a musical director and teacher is incomparable. Rest in Love and peace until we meet again!
Tara Branche — Huguenot marching band 1993-1995.

Mr. Jackson thank you for being my band teacher and having patience with me when I blew the wrong note many times Condolences to the family of a great caring man (teacher).the class of 1969 Carver high school in Chester,Virginia.

Thank you Mr. Jackson for being a great teacher and mentor to myself and every student that was honored by your presence at Huguenot High School. To the family, please accept my deepest condolences. There will never be another like our "Jack." Rest in paradise they good and faithful servant. Natasha A. M. Smith Class of '92 Marching & Concert Band