John Roger Jackson 10 SEP 1943 - 2 JUL 2020 NEWARK- John R. Jackson, age 76, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Born in Sidney, Ohio on September 10, 1943, he was the son of the late James and Dorotha (DeRemer) Jackson. John was a graduate of Fairlawn High School in Sidney, OH, in a class of 24 students. He continued his education, earning his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from The Ohio State University. John retired from the DuPont Company after 37 years of loyal service. Strong in his Christian faith, John was a devoted member of Asbury United Methodist Church, where he was a visitation minister of the sick, choirmember andmember of various committees. John also served as the Camp Pecometh board president. In his spare time he enjoyed playing and watching sports, and going to the beach. He touched the lives of everyone he met. More than anything, John loved spending timewith his family. John is survived by his loving wife of more than 51 years, Janet (Lloyd) Jackson; children, Sheri Wood (Carleton) and Steven Jackson (Charlene); siblings,Nancy Thompson, Janet Schoonover and Virginia Burroughs; and grandchildren,Delaney, Aaron, Evan and Nathan. The family will welcome relatives and friends from 4-8 pmon Tuesday, July 7, 2020, at 215Hope Court East, Bear, DE 19701. Services and interment will be held privately. In honor of John’s wishes, please do not send flowers. The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association, 200 Continental Drive, Ste. 101, Newark, DE 19713, or the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, P.O. Box 1668, Wilmington, DE 19899. To leave online condolences, visit: spicermullikin.com SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY John R. Jackson. Wilmington, Delaware The News Journal 05 Jul, 2020 Page A17 Obituary for John R. Jackson ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** Narrative summary of the obituary: John R. Jackson, 76, of Newark, DE, died on 2 July 2020. Born in Sidney, Ohio, he graduated from Fairlawn High School and Ohio State University. He retired from DuPont after 37 years. John was active in Asbury United Methodist Church and enjoyed sports and the beach. ** Narrative summary of funeral services: The family welcomed relatives and friends on 7 July 2020 at 215 Hope Court East, Bear, DE 19701. Services and interment were held privately. In lieu of flowers, contributions were suggested to the American Heart Association or Helen F. Graham Cancer Center. Transcript: John Roger Jackson 10 SEP 1943 - 2 JUL 2020 NEWARK- John R. Jackson, age 76, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully on Thursday, 2 July 2020. Born in Sidney, Ohio on 10 September 1943, he was the son of the late James and Dorotha (DeRemer) Jackson. John was a graduate of Fairlawn High School in Sidney, OH, in a class of 24 students. He continued his education, earning his bachelor's and master's degrees from The Ohio State University. John retired from the DuPont Company after 37 years of loyal service. Strong in his Christian faith, John was a devoted member of Asbury United Methodist Church, where he was a visitation minister of the sick, choir member and member of various committees. John also served as the Camp Pecometh board president. In his spare time he enjoyed playing and watching sports, and going to the beach. He touched the lives of everyone he met. More than anything, John loved spending time with his family. John is survived by his loving wife of more than 51 years, Janet (Lloyd) Jackson; children, Sheri Wood (Carleton) and Steven Jackson (Charlene); siblings, Nancy Thompson, Janet Schoonover and Virginia Burroughs; and grandchildren, Delaney, Aaron, Evan and Nathan. The family will welcome relatives and friends from 4-8 pm on Tuesday, 7 July 2020, at 215 Hope Court East, Bear, DE 19701. Services and interment will be held privately. In honor of John's wishes, please do not send flowers. The family suggests contributions to the American Heart Association, 200 Continental Drive, Ste. 101, Newark, DE 19713, or the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center, P.O. Box 1668, Wilmington, DE 19899. To leave online condolences, visit: spicermullikin.com SPICER-MULLIKIN FUNERAL HOMES & CREMATORY John R. Jackson. Wilmington, Delaware The News Journal 05 Jul, 2020 Page A17 Obituary for John R. Jackson ** Vital Statistics Summary: | Field | Information | |---------|---------------------------------| | Name: | John Roger Jackson | | Age: | 76 years | | Birth: | 10 September 1943; Sidney, Ohio | | Death: | 2 July 2020; Newark, DE | ** Table of Relationships: | Name | Relationship | Residence | |---------------------------|-------------------|------------| | John Roger Jackson | Decedent | Newark, DE | | James Jackson | Father (deceased) | Unknown | | Dorotha (DeRemer) Jackson | Mother (deceased) | Unknown | | Janet (Lloyd) Jackson | Wife | Unknown | | Sheri Wood | Daughter | Unknown | | Carleton Wood | Son-in-law | Unknown | | Steven Jackson | Son | Unknown | | Charlene Jackson | Daughter-in-law | Unknown | | Nancy Thompson | Sister | Unknown | | Janet Schoonover | Sister | Unknown | | Virginia Burroughs | Sister | Unknown | | Delaney | Grandchild | Unknown | | Aaron | Grandchild | Unknown | | Evan | Grandchild | Unknown | | Nathan | Grandchild | Unknown | ** Publication Details: | Field | Information | |-------------------|------------------| | Publication Name: | The News Journal | | Publication Date: | 05 July 2020 | | Page: | A17 | ** Other relevant information: John Roger Jackson was a graduate of Fairlawn High School in Sidney with a class of 24 students and earned his degrees from The Ohio State University. He worked for DuPont for 37 years and was active in his church community as well as enjoying sports and family time.