Henry Allen

Jackson

Henry Allen Jackson "Baby" "Pops", transitioned from this earth to life eternal on March 18, 2016.  He was a resident of Selma, AL.  He was born in Wilcox County to the late David C. Jackson and Ellen M. Jackson on January 30, 1943.

At an early age he joined Jones Chapel AME Church and later moved his membership to Wayman Chapel AME Church where he remained until united in holy matrimony to Rev. Georgia Nash Jackson.  He united with her at Amazing Grace Deliverance Church  and served as a faithful member, Steward, Sunday School Teacher and Choir Member until his health failed.

Henry was president of The Brantley School Reunion Committee for many years, and in June 2000, he received Man of the New Millennium Year Award.

He retired after 38 years of faithful and loyal employment as a Butcher at Winn-Dixie, Selma, AL.

In addition to his parents, he was proceeded in death by two sisters, Arcola Tally and Lillie D. Jackson.

Henry leaves to cherish his memories, loving and devoted wife, Rev. Georgia Nash Jackson; children: Yolanda (Christopher) Jackson of Bossier City, LA, Rodney (Lynda) Jackson of Montgomery Al, Roderick (Daphine) Jackson of Montgomery AL, Valerie Jackson Curtis of Valley Grande AL, Reggie Jackson of Pensacola FL, Barbara Hunter of FL, Dexter (Christine) Grandison of Selma, AL, Willie Oliver of GA, Theresa Nix of Virginia, Alvin Grandison of Clinton, AL, Rev. Mishella (Robert) Williams of Atlanta GA, Clarence Peoples of Thomasville, AL, Rev. Karl (Norma) Peoples of a Grove Hill, AL, Clairetta (Melvin) Benjamin of Jackson, AL, Christopher (Shae) Peoples of Atlanta, GA;  four siblings: Corine J. Carter of Selma, Al, Sarah J. Carthen of Selma, AL, Vera (Freeman) Waller of Trussville, AL, Thomas J. Jackson of Bessemer, AL.

He is also survived by 38 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, godchildren and friends.