Jack Jackson, Jr.

Jack Jackson, Jr. “Big Jack”
Des Moines

Jack Jackson, Jr., “Big Jack,” was born January 1, 1955 in Des Moines, Iowa to Jack Jackson, Sr. and Minnie (Lowery) Jackson. He passed away Monday, June 13, 2016.

Jack is survived by his wife, Raedean; son, Raymond Small; step-children, Michael Small, Michelle Small, Nicholas Small, Joe Spencer, A.J. Hill, and Shareve Spencer; step-father, Ollie Talton, Sr.; siblings, Terry Jackson Myers, Clifford Jackson, Winifred Jackson, Alice Talton, Florine Talton, and Lorna Talton; nieces and nephews, Cortez, Buddy, Terysha, Tony, Stephanie, Sami, Ollie, Shelby, Solomon, Chelsea, Ollisha, John Luke, Piere, Isiah, Nicholas, and Zach; as well as numerous grandchildren and other loving family members.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Jack Jackson, Sr. and Minnie Lowery Jackson; brother, Ollie Talton, Jr.; and his nephews, Eddie Mitchell, Jr. and T. Andre Talton.

Jack was a great dancer, a wonderful story-teller, and could always make people laugh. He was a kind and giving person and will be remembered as a “gentle giant.” Jack was a fierce defender of his family, especially his sisters. He worked at Mercy Hospital and was a firm believer in God. He will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family.

Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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