of Marion, AR
February 10, 1946 - August 30, 2015
Larry Ellis Jackson of Marion, AR, passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2015 at Baptist Memorial East Hospital, Memphis, TN. Larry was born February 10, 1946 to the late Ira and Thelma Jackson of Leachville, AR.
Larry is survived by Mittie Jackson, his beloved wife of 49 years; his ''Darlins'' and ''Bubba'' (three children): Michelle (Joe) Caracci of Wentzville, MO, Bryan (Kim) Jackson, of Marion, AR, and Angela (Stephen) Pardy, of West Memphis, AR; his ''Little Darlins'' (six granddaughters): Amanda Caracci (Joe Starke), Kassidy Pardy, Alex Pardy, Kersten Jackson, Alyssa ''Bree'' Pardy and Abby Jackson; three siblings: Jerry Jackson of Gosnell, AR, Steve (Terry) Jackson of Hot Springs, AR, and Joy Jackson of Leachville, AR; nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, great-nieces and great-nephews, along with many friends whom he also considered family.
Larry grew up in Leachville, AR, attending Leachville High School; received his Associates Degree from Arkansas State University. He served in the Army Reserve until 1969. He had a rewarding career as an Arkansas State Trooper for 32 years, considering some of his co-workers his dearest friends.
More than anything else, Larry preferred to spend time with those he loved: his family and friends. They were his heart!
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2015 from 10:00-11:00am at First Baptist Church of Marion. Funeral service will be at 11:00am with burial immediately following at Crittenden Memorial Park.
I am sorry to hear about Larry's passing. I did not know until a few days ago. I worked for several years with Larry, I always liked him and respected him. He was always a barrel of fun when he was around Hdqts and had a chance to visit with everyone. He was a good trooper and had the love and respect of his co-workers...My condolences to the family. RIP friend .
So sorry that we could not be there. Kelly is not able to travel any more. Ray was so proud of his cousin for being a law officer. Prayers to all.
We thought the world of Larry. He was always there to help when needed to anyone who needed him. He spent most of his life protecting others. Mittie and family, we are sending prayers your way. ðŸ™
LARRY WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON ,AND HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED.
So many memories flash in my head at times like this.I loveall you very much.Alot of sorrow has come your way lately.My cousins are all special to me.Prayers and love your way.Wish I could of been there.God bless you all with comfort.
You will be missed Uncle Larry! I will always remember you being a jokester! Always laughing and smiling!! You and my dad sure did cut up a lot at our family gatherings!! Love you! Angie Pooh
Deepest sympathy to the family of my classmate and friend, Larry. I don't think I've seen him since we graduated over 50 years ago, but I've never forgotten him. May God grant you comfort at this time.
steve jerry and joy so sorry to here about larry , our prayers are with you and your families.
I am also from leachville , AR.
I know Larry, patsy and Barbara. God bless you in your loss!
Larry will be sorely missed.
Angela and family, I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't spoken with you in years but that doesn't mean you haven't been in my heart and in my prayers. With love and my respect,
Stacy Cook
Larry's brother Steve has been a part of MY family by virtue of marrying my sweet niece Terry. Steve's love of family had to have been learned growing up, and I heard he and Terry talk about Larry many, many times. The Wilson family will remember all of you in our prayers. I suspect he has much in common with Steve, and you will have loving memories and funny stories to hold onto until you join him again one day.
Larry's brother Steve has been a part of MY family by virtue of marrying my sweet niece Terry. Steve's love of family had to have been learned growing up, and I heard he and Terry talk about Larry many, many times. The Wilson family will remember all of you in our prayers. I suspect he has much in common with Steve, and you will have loving memories and funny stories to hold onto until you join him again one day.
We are deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. It was an honor to have known such a great person and we will truly miss him. May God embrace you in comfort during this difficult time.
We are sorry for your loss of Larry. Isaiah 25:8 tells us that Almighty God will abolish death forever and wipe away tears from all faces. The comfort, hope and abundant guidance in God’s Word can help now and always.
Bryan, u are like family to me and I'm very sorry for your lose. Pass along my condolences to Kim and this rest of your family. If I can be of any assistance to you during this time of lose, just let me know.
Bryan, Angie, Ms. Mittie I am so sorry to hear about Mr Larry. I have so many memories of him from my childhood. The picture you used is exactly how I remember him. I will pray for comfort for your family.
Prayers to Larry's family. Larry was a good man he will be missed a lot.
Larry was a good man and an awesome trooper, he will be greatly missed.
Prayers to his family
Bryan, I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. He was always such a nice person to me when I used to babysit you all those years ago (we lived behind you). He made me laugh a lot too. Your family is in my prayers. You will see him again. Janie Crawford (Harlow)
So sorry to hear of Larry's passing, our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
My prayers are with you and the entire family, he will be missed
Mittie, I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Bryan & family-
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know we will be thinking of all of you and praying for God to wrap his arms around you and give you strength to move on. Your very special to us and we miss you!
Larry was a good friend. Worked with him for several years when I was stationed in West Memphis, and we also lived next door to him in Marion. He helped me sell my house when we moved to Texarkana. Larry was an excellent trooper, and you could always count on him to be there for you... You are going to be missed by so many...
I'm very sorry for your loss.