December 4, 1958- April 24, 2011
Robert Lee Jackson, Jr., “Rabbit”, age 52, of Riegelwood, NC, originally of Wilmington, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 24, 2011 peacefully in his home. He rose to be with Jesus on Resurrection Sunday. He lived with ALS for two years.
Robert was a truck driver for 32 years and a mechanic. He last worked for Fed Ex Freight East in Leland, NC. Robert was a faithful friend, Christian, husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He took pride in all that he did and was a great provider. He was hard working and energetic.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert L. Jackson, Sr., and his son, Robert Lee Jackson III.
He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Rev. Marcia Ann McMullen Jackson, three daughters, Crystal Crawford, Holly Fant and husband Eddie Fant, and Oleta Millis; mother, Barbara Ann Eichorn-Garrett; six grandchildren; and two sisters.
A visitation will be Saturday, April 30, 2011 at 10:00 AM at Riegelwood Baptist Church, with a funeral service following at 11:00 AM. Burial will be at Greenlawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the family.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the family.