of St. Joe, AR
August 17, 1943 - October 2, 2022
Lewis Franklin Jackson, age 79, of St. Joe, Arkansas passed from this life on Sunday, October 2nd, 2022 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison, Arkansas. He was born in a small town in south Arkansas near Newport on August 17th, 1943 to Lewis F. Jackson Sr. and Alma L. Long Jackson.
Lewis grew up on a small farm in south Arkansas along with his sisters, Joyce and Mary. At the age of 9, Lewis and his family moved to Southern California. He was an avid fisherman and loved being outside. Lewis met the love of his life in the summer of 1989 when he met and fell in love with Elaine. He had many friends and always had a smile on his face or a funny story to share. Lewis and Elaine moved to Arkansas in 2005 to take care of Baylee and William. Lewis lived out the best years of his life in Arkansas with his wife and best friend by his side. Lewis always tried to help people to the best of his ability. His kindness and sense of humor will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife of 30 plus years, Elaine Jackson; daughter, Melody and husband, Rick; grandchildren, Baylee, William and wife, Briana, Kylie, Matthew and O'Shen and great-grandchildren, Colton, Jackson and Bethany. Lewis is preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Alma Long; his sisters, Joyce and Mary; one son and many other family members.
Memorial services for Lewis will be 3:00 PM Sunday, October 9th, 2022 at Church by the River in St. Joe, Arkansas with Bro. Nathan Middleton officiating. A small fellowship will be held at the church after the service. Honorary bearers will be Paramedic Gregory Spurlock, EMT Melanie Meyer, PA Tabatha Luneau, Dr. Rassmusson and General Surgeon Eric Graham.
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8 Condolence(s)
Lavona Spencer Armstrong
Tuesday, October 11, 2022
We've been friends and family members for almost 70 years. We spent time at each other's homes slept there and had so much fun. I will never forget the times in the last few years while I was on vacation with my brother Larry and we spent several nights at yours and Elaine's home. We had so much fun talking about old times and I treasure those talks. Thank you for welcoming us into your home. You can welcome us into your heavenly home one of these days.
Regina Zavala
Thursday, October 6, 2022
You will be missed Uncle Lewis, I love you 💜🦋
Larry and Marietta Spencer
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Lewis was one of Larry's oldest and dearest friends. They were friends for more than 65 years. They went fishing, hunting and camping together, they also went shopping together like a couple of old ladies. When they moved to Arkansas from Fillmore Larry was totally lost. It was always fun to go back and visit with he and Elaine they always made us feel more than welcome and we had a lot of good talks about the old times.
"God we ask that you bless Elaine and the family above all measures that she could even think of."
We love you deeply Elaine and family.
Lora Schultz
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Sending my thoughts and prayers to all friends and family. Lewis Jackson my u rest in heavenly peace. God bless
Joyce Ham
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
I’m so sorry about the loss of Lewis. My thoughts and prayers are with Elaine, Baylee and William.
Regina Cross
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Elaine I love you and pray for God’s love and support for you and your family. Sending you my deepest sympathies. I know it’s a hard thing, but you know he’s in a better place and not suffering anymore. If I can help I’m anyway please don’t hesitate to ask. Praying for you always. Love you so very much. Regina
Maria Brandenburg
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Prayers for your family during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with your family.
Jimmy Wilson
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
R.I.P. uncle Lewis you will be missed