Mr. James Joseph Jackson

Mr. James J. Jackson, 87, of Lehighton, Pa. passed into eternal rest on Christmas Eve at his residence. He was the husband of the late Marie A. DeGeorge who passed away 3/3/2021. Born in Phila. on Dec. 9, 1936, he was a son of the late Charles & Elizabeth (Cook) Jackson. He served our country with the US Army attaining the rank of PFC. Prior to his retirement, he was employed in the metal fabrication industry as a welder. James was a member of SS Peter & Paul RC Church, Lehighton, and formerly held a membership with the Knights Of Columbus. He enjoyed trips to the seashore and spending time with his loving family, grand & greatgrandchildren. Surviving are 3 daughters, Donna O'Brien (William) of Berwick, Debbie O'Neill (Dennis) of Pennsauken, Michelle Forrest (Robert) of Philadelphia, a son John Jackson (Colleen) of Kresgeville, a sister, Theresa Dillon of Philadelphia, 9 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren, nieces & nephews. He was predeceased by a son James and several sisters, & brothers. A Funeral Mass of Christian Burial in his honor will be held on Friday Dec. 29th at 11 a.m. at SS Peter & Paul RC Church, 3rd & Coal St., Lehighton with the Rev. Christopher M. Zelonis  and Deacon Joseph C. Wilhelm Jr. officiating. Call 10-11 am in the church. Interment will full military honors under the direction of the Lehighton Area UVO in the parish cemetery, N 4th St., Lehighton. Memorial Contributions in his honor may be made to the church. Online condolences can be offered at www.ovsakfh.com.

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