The passing of a great man
Eddie D. Jackson (Ed) entered eternity peacefully, surrounded by all those who loved him deeply on April 3, 2014 at 5:05 p.m.
Ed was born on the 21st of July 1946 and for the past 14 years fought a courageous battle with prostate cancer. He was a member of Bible Center Church and a faithful follower of Jesus Christ. Ed was one of God’s best encouragers, always ready with an uplifting word; a generous and gracious reflection of His Father.
Ed is preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Ruby Virginia Jackson-Gatens; sister Ann Siders; brother, William Jackson; and grandson, Asher Paul Spurlock.
He is survived by his wife, Jane; children, Bryan Craig Jackson of Charleston, Julie Jackson-Drummond (Chris) of Huntington, and stepson, Jordan Paul Spurlock (Mindy) of S. Charleston; grandchildren: Evelyn Grace Drummond, William Jackson Drummond, Ivy Jean Drummond, Jakob James Whitlock and Aaron Lee Spurlock; brothers, Donald “Sonny” Jackson (Jean) of Fort Worth, TX, Jerry Ray Jackson of Charleston, Jimmie Wayne Jackson (Linda) of Laporte, IN and Teddie DeWayne Jackson of Charleston; sister, Agnes Fay Morton of Charleston.
Ed was a graduate of the University of Charleston. His love of people and desire to help others lead him to a successful career with Northwestern Mutual Life (NML) as a Certified Financial Planner for over forty years. Ed was a Million Dollar Roundtable (MDRT) qualifying and life member for over thirty years. He was recognized with many awards and honors including Master Achievement Awards, Forum, and others with NML. His leadership, dedication and hard work to the industry aided many clients in reaching their financial goals.
Being an avid golfer, Ed was a member of Berry Hills Country Club where he served on the Board of Directors for six years. In 2012, Ed founded the annual “Evans Cup” which honored the club’s employees.
The funeral service will be Monday, April 7, 2014 at Bible Center Church, 100 Bible Center Drive, South Charleston, with Pastors Eric Mounts and Shawn Thornton officiating. Burial will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, South Charleston. The family will receive friends 11:00 am – 1:00 pm with the funeral service following.
The family would like to extend a special “thank you” to the staff of the David Lee Cancer Center, specifically Dr. Steven Jubelirer and Donna Tittle for years of extraordinary care and encouragement. And too, all of our closest family and friends who have faithfully prayed for Ed and his family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to HospiceCare, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536.
Jane and Family, Ed was one of the finest men I ever met. I always loved to hear the stories he told. I’m sure that he will be missed, but that he has been healed in Heaven and is among the angels, probably telling them a story. May God bless you all during this difficult time. Sincerely, Bobba
Over the years of financial planning with Eddie at Northwestern Mutual Life, we considered him not only a business advisor, but a friend as well. With symphathy and prayers to the family.
Ida and Jane Robinson
Jane, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Ed was a wonderful man and he loved and adored you. I pray that you will find comfort in God’s strength and your heart will be warmed by the many memories of Ed.
Ed was my uncle. I havent seen him in many years and that I regret. Jane, I love you and I am so so sorry.
Jane: I know Ed is in heaven with JESUS and that is GREAT!!! I admired Ed so much for his passion for life and his caring spirit. God Bless Steve Hatten
So sorry to hear about Ed’s passing. I went to school with him, brother Teddy and sister Agnes. Please accept my sincerest condolences.