Obituary of Elwood Simeon Jackson

JACKSON, Elwood Simeon

April 7, 1953 - November 10, 2019

Elwood “Woody” passed away unexpectedly after 66 years of living a full life of love, laughter and adventure. He left us peacefully on Sunday, November 10, 2019 at WRH Ouellette Campus.  Cherished father of Kelly Jackson (Filsin), James (Nancy) Jackson, Jennifer De Waal (Tristan), Cassandra Jackson (Derek) and Emma-Leigh Jackson (Austin). Special Papa of Rebecca Rivest, Roan and Elise Jackson. Husband of Betty Jackson (nee Wright). Son of the late Simeon and late Laura Jackson (nee March). Brother of Myra March, Myrtle Saunders (Sidney), Herbert (Bertha) Jackson, Dorothy Pynn, Graham (late Pat) Jackson, Garry (Beryl) Jackson and Melva (late Dave) Williams. Brother-in-law of the late Nancy (late Donald) MacEachern. He will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Elwood loved spending time with family and friends; he had a way of making people laugh and everyone felt like family. He enjoyed riding his motorcycle, enjoying a good game of hockey; but most of all sharing his love of God with those around him. He was a dedicated employee at Charron Transport for over 40 years. Cremation has taken place.  Visitation at Wheatley Baptist Church on Thursday, November 21, 2019 from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m.  with memorial service on Friday, November 22, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. .  In lieu of flowers donations to Wheatley Evangel Tabernacle.  Online condolences may be shared at www.reaumefh.com