“I have fought a sood fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; henceforth, there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge shall give me at that day; and not to the only, but unto all them also that love His appearing.” 2 Timothy 7:8

Brother Glimmie Jackson, Sr. born April 7, 1927 to the late Peter and Emma Jackwn, in Bogalusa, La. To this union of marriage, he was the tenth born of twelve children.

Brother Glimmie Jackson departed this life on Wednesday, March 11, 2009, at 4:40 AM, at his residence. Preceding him in death was his mother and father, the late Peter and Emma Jackson; five brothers Wesley, Charlie, Demnue, Ernest, and Jewel Jackson; four sisters, Velma Buckley, Ethel Baptist, Mammie Taylor, and Fannie Dantzler.

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He began his formative years of education at Poplas Elementary School, in Bogalusa; Jones Creek Elementary, in Vamado, La.; and Wesley Ray High School, in Angle, La.

Brother Glimmie grew up working on a farm with his parents, sisters, and brothers. As a young man, he enlisted in the United States Navy. He served four years with an honorable discharge. At the age of twenty-three, he was gainfully employed with Excello Corporation, as a machine tool operator, where he remained employed for twenty-seven years.

In 1952, at the age of twenty-four, Brother Jackson met his bride for life, Sister Melveena Dexter Jackson. To this union, one son, was born, Glimmie Jackson, Jr.

As a young man, Brother Jackson and his family joined the John Wesley African Methodist Episcopal (A.M.E) Zion Church, under the leadership of Reverend Fred D. Porter, in Detroit, Michigan. Brother Jackson was a very active member and performed the following duties: steward, church transportation, to pick up members in need of transportation, assisted the pastor with visitation to the hospital, members’ homes, and other churches. He was a faithful member of John Wesley A.M.E. Zion Church for thirty-five years.

When the Excello Corporation closed its operation, Brother Jackson obtained employment with the Detroit Board of Education, where he retired as a supervisor. In 1992, he and his wife relocated to Louisiana, where they established residence at 19589 Torrence Drive in Bogalusa. He united with his wife’s home church, St. Paul A.M.E. Church, under the leadership of Reverend Volevor Williams; also serving under Reverend Alvin J. Parnell and Reverend Louis Brown. Brother Jackson was very active at the church and served as steward and worked with the outreach ministry. Brother Glimmie Jackson later became a dedicated and faithful member of Mary’s Chapel United Methodist Church in 1998, under the leadership of Reverend Oscar Tippin, Sr., where he served as a steward, chaplain of the United Methodist Men Organization, faithful member of Sunday School, and the

outreach ministry; and offered prayer at the annual Family Day Service. At the Mary’s Chapel United Methodist Church. Brother Jackson was known as the “loving servant,” who unconditionally gave and received love for all members. He was a dedicated servant to the call of the gospel, responsible, always contributing more than requested, and very attentive in church, the needs of the church, and accepted all assignments asked of him. Brother Glimmie Jackson had great love for his pastor and church family.

Brother Glimmie Jackson was active in his community. He was a member of the N.A.A.C.P, A.A.R.P, Wesley Ray High School Mass Reunion and Washington Parish Men’s Club, whose mission is to offer scholarships to high school seniors, provide mentoring to youth, and assistance to senior citizens and those in need in Washington Parish.

Brother Glimmie was a faithful family member. It is common knowledge that he provided and managed care for family members.

Brother Jackson’s personality and character made him an outstanding citizen in the community. He was perceived by many as a loving, caring, and sharing individual. He had a great smile and charisma that warmed the spirit of all whom he met. He was a positive thinker and encouraged others to be positive, loving, giving, and sharing. Brother Glimmie would always extend a hug and a kiss, expressing his admiration and love for family and others.

He strived to be knowledgeable, so that he could be an active participant in all activities. He was an honorable gentleman, of high regard for his church, family, and friends. Brother Jackson was well groomed and properly attired for “all occasions.” He was one who loved life and enjoyed living. Brother Glimmie Jackson, Sr. lived a “Purpose Driven Life” and participated in ministries which prepared and qualified him for the “Eternal Promise”. In his last days, he patiently waited for his Master to come.

Brother Glimmie Jackson leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife, Melveena Dexter Jackson; one son, Glimmie (Debra) Jackson, Jr., Detroit, Michigan; one grandson, Damon (Donna) Jackson; and one granddaughter, Siena Jackson, all of Detroit, Michigan; two great-grandchildren, Jamarie and Jarame Jackson; two sisters, Ruth Jackson Joyner and Eamestine Jackson Mark, Sommerset, New Jersey; three sister in laws, Ammie Jackson and Vinetta Pittman of Bogalusa;, and Joyce Dexter, Mandeville, La.

The children he nurtured: Brenda (Alfred) Vincent; Saginaw;, Michigan; Florence Nickerson, Lynn Nickerson, Clarissia Jackson, Jetnere Nickerson, Rosemary Cooper, all of Michigan; Renee’ (Reverend Desmon) Daniels, one god-daughter, Saginaw, Michigan; and Portia Meyers, San Antonio, Texas; a host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends.

The Funeral service will be on Saturday, March 21 at 10 a.m. at Mary’s Chapel United Methodist Church.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 20 from 2 p.m. until 6 p.m. in the chapel, with family hour from 6 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Cook-Richmond Funeral Home. Rev. Terrance August will officiate. Interment will be in Bogalusa Cemetery.