

She graduated from Wayne State University with a Master's degree in nursing. She went on to teach nursing students at Blodgett Hospital for over 27 years. She was a life-long member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Grand Rapids. In her free time she enjoyed knitting and traveling. She was also a member of The General Society of Mayflower Descendants. Jackie will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Jackie was preceded in death by: parents, Lester and Mabel Anderson; brother, Robert (Ermina) Anderson; nephew, Mike Anderson; and longtime companion, Jim Connolly Neering.
Jackie is survived by: nieces, Barbara (Clint) Richardson and Debbie (Al) Frazine; great nieces and nephews, Jessie (Joel), Terri (Amber), Bob (Becky), Robert (Faith), James (Gislene), and Christine (Mike); as well as, many great-great nieces and nephews.
In accordance with Jackie's wishes, cremation has taken place and she will be interred in the Memory Gardens of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.
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