Leonard Jackson

Leonard Was preceded in death by his parents, Jessie E. Jackson and Era Gertrude Jackson; by his grandson, Jared Randall Jackson; and by his son-in-law, Larry Bruce Mantooth.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 68 years, Janet Lindsey Jackson, along with his children, Gary A. Jackson of Pensacola, Florida, Keith A. Jackson (Lynda) of McCalla, Alabama, Gregg R. Jackson (Coralie) of Helena, Alabama, and Lynette J. Mantooth of Homewood, Alabama. He is also survived by his ten grandchildren and sixteen great grandchildren.

After graduating from Hueytown High School, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. He served his country as a Staff Sergeant for 4 years on various bases including the Philippine’s during the Korean War. After returning, he married the love of his life, Janet Lindsey. They made their home in Birmingham, Alabama.

Leonard had a lengthy career with TCI/U.S. Steel, and after an early retirement, he had a secondary career with the Jefferson County Health Department. Again, retiring and working with Professional Couriers.

Throughout the years Leonard was a faithful servant of several church congregations. Included were Wilkes Baptist Church and Riverside Baptist Church where he served as a life-long deacon and Chairman of the building committee, as well as the Superintendent of both projects. The completion of these two sanctuaries were some of his proudest achievements.

His senior years Leonard spent serving at Lakeside Baptist Church. Many will remember him as the Sunday morning worship greeter-always leaving everyone with a smile.

He had many favorite pastimes over his wonderful 93 years. He had a passion for life whether it be golfing, power walking, or watching his favorite teams- The Braves and Alabama Football.

We anticipate the day when we will be reunited with him in all of God’s glory. We love and miss you.

Forever grateful, the family would like to thank Affinity Hospice for their relentless care during this period.

Funeral services for Mr. Jackson will be conducted at Noon on Wednesday, the 17th of August, at Lakeside Baptist Church located at 2865 Old Rocky Ridge Road, Birmingham, Alabama 35243. Reverend Greg Corbin will officiate. Friends are cordially invited to the visitation one hour prior to the service. Immediately following the service the family, via escorted cortege, will gather for a private committal service at Valhalla Cemetery in Midfield, Alabama.

In lieu of flowers and customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to Lakeside Baptist Church or to a charity or cause important to you. Services are under the direction of Ridout’s Valley Chapel (205-879-3401) in Homewood.

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