JEROME JACKSON Obituary

Jerome Charles “Jay” Jackson, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025, at the age of 71. He was a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident of Avondale, LA. Jerome was a graduate of Job Corp in New Orleans. Following graduation, he enlisted in the United States Army, where he rose to the rank of First-Class Army Ranger. His military service took him across the country and overseas, demonstrating bravery, discipline, and a deep commitment to his country. Jerome received several honors, including the National Defense Service Medal, as well as commendations for hand-to-hand combat and other exemplary achievements. Loving son of Marion Mackey Wright and the late Simpson Wright, Sr. Devoted brother of Bervin (Shy) Wright, Gerald Wright, Betty Wright, Marilyn (Earl) Shelton, Melvina Jones, Dianne Arceneaux, Christine (Lionel) Bibbins, Vanessa Oats, Melanise (Antoine) McPherson, Stephanie (Herb) Herman, and the late Wendell Wright, Derald Wright, Simpson Wright, Jr., and Adrienna Wright. longtime companion of Alma Hill, also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, all of whom will cherish his memory. The family would also like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff at the VA Community Living Center, Azalea House, for their dedicated care and support. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Viewing at Davis Mortuary Service 6820 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 3:00p.m. -5:00p.m. Graveside Service will be held at Southeast Louisiana Veterans Cemetery 94888 Grantham College Drive Slidell, LA 70460 on Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11:00a.m. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.

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