Passed away peacefully on Friday, March 15, 2024 in the ExtendiCare Unit, Welland Hospital. Born December 3, 1930, to Sammie and Alice Jackson in Greer, South Carolina. At 17 years, wanting to see “big water” and the world, he joined the U.S. Navy and spent 20 years on 11 different ships circling the world in more peaceful times. Upon retirement from the service, he married Beverly, his wife of 55 years, and moved to Dunnville. He was the manager of Howard Motors (Car Sales and Service) for 25 years. After retiring again, as well as travel about the U.S. and Canada, he enjoyed almost daily coffee and conversation with his buddies at local coffee shops or watching the peace and beauty of the Grand River. He is survived by his wife, his two children Jeff and Victoria (Mike Bucsis), his grandchildren Nathan and Violet, and sisters Gaynell and Jeanette in South Carolina. He was predeceased by his brothers Doug, Edward, Joe and Fred. Visitation will be held at BALLARD MINOR FUNERAL HOME, 315 Broad St E, Dunnville on Thursday, March 21, 2024, 2-4 and 6-8 pm. Private interment at Pleasantview Gardens, Fonthill. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Dunnville Health Centre Volunteer Association (DHCVA) Memorial Fund or a charity of your choice. Friends are invited to send condolences and sign the Book of Memories at www.ballardminorfh.ca.
