LaVerne JACKSON

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LaVerne J. Jackson, Jr.

?Jack?

Age, 73, passed away Friday, July 22, 2016 at his residence with his family by his side. Born and raised in Joliet, he was a resident of Shorewood. LaVerne was a U.S. Army veteran and retired from BASF. He was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting ,fishing and spending time at the lake with his family and friends.

Survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Charlene J. (nee Ligos); two daughters, Tina (Larry) Susner and Lisa (Raul) Rivera; seven grandchildren, Michael (Stacy), Nicole and Natalie Susner, Krystal, Raul III, and Elijah Rivera and Evelyn Dones; four siblings, Richard (Cathy) Jackson, Gary Jackson, Terry (Debbie) Jackson and Shirley (Jay) Koren; numerous nieces, nephews and friends.

Preceded by his parents, LaVerne J. and Ann (nee Vitus) Jackson; his daughter, Bethany (Emilio) Jackson-Dones; one brother, Robert Jackson and one sister, Barbara Zefeldt.

Jack would want us to have one last toast in his honor, so lets raise our glass to a great friend, beloved brother,adored grandfather,cherished father,and loving husband-Rest in Peace, you will be missed but always in our hearts.

A Memorial Mass for LaVerne J. Jackson will be held on Wednesday, July 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. at Church of St. Jude, 2212 McDonough St., Joliet, IL 60436 with military honors under the auspices of the United States Army. As it was his wish, cremation rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the Wounded Warriors would be appreciated.

Information 815-741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com

Family/Spouse: Charlene J. LIGOS. [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

1. Bethany JACKSON was born on 4 Mar 1973 in Illinois; died on 25 Jun 2011 in Ohio; was buried in Woodlawn Memorial Park I, Joliet, Will Co., Illinois.
2. Tina JACKSON
3. Lisa JACKSON

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LaVerne Jackson Sr.

Jackson, LaVerne J. Sr. "Jack" age 91, of Joliet, passed away Friday, December 23, 2011 at Rosewood Care Center. Born in Joliet to the late Frank and Emma (nee Peterson) Jackson, he was a lifetime resident. He was a decorated WWII Army veteran, who served in the Pacific. A long time parishioner of the Church of St.Jude,Joliet. He was the owner/operator of Complete Janitorial for 25 years. Survived by his wife of 69 years, Ann (nee Vitus) Jackson; children Laverne "Jack" (Charlene) Jackson, richard (Cathleen) Jackson, Gary Jackson, Terry (Debra) Jackson and Shirley (Jay) Koren; and numerous grandchildren and grea-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents; one daughter, Barbara (nee Jackson) Zefeldt; one son, bobby Jackson and one granddaughter, Bethany Jo Jackson-Dones. Funeral Services for LaVerne J. Jackson, Sr. will be Tuesday, December 27 2011 at the Church of St. Jude, 2212 McDonough Street, Joliet where he will Lie in State from 9:00 a.m. until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the "American Cancer Society" would be appreciated. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. arrangements by: fred C. Dames Funeral Home 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet..

LaVerne married Anna VITUS. Anna (daughter of Frank Charles VITUS and Mary HORBULAK) was born on 16 Aug 1926 in Joliet, Will Co., Illinois; died on 3 Jan 2012 in Joliet, Will Co., Illinois . [Group Sheet] [Family Chart]

Other Events and Attributes:

• Census: 1930, LIving with parents in Joliet, Will Co., Illinois

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Ann Jackson

Jackson, Ann T. (nee Vitus), age 85 of Joliet, passed away Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. As a retired bookkeeper, she was employed by K-Mart for over 25 years. Survived by children, LaVerne "Jack" (Charlene) Jackson, Jr., Richard (Cathleen) Jackson, Gary Jackson, Terry (Debra) Jackson and Shirley (Jay) Koren; and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, LaVerne J. "Jack" Jackson, Sr. (2011); one daughter, Barbara (nee Jackson) Zefeldt; one son, Bobby Jackson; one granddaughter, Bethany Jo Jackson-Dones; parents Frank and mary (Nee Horbulak) Vitus; two brothers and two sisters. Private funeral services for Ann T. Jackson were held with interment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Memorials in her name may be made to Joliet Area Community Hospice. Arrangements by: Fred C. Dames Funeral Home.