Samuel Webster Jackson

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to: The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation www.themmrf.org Going Home Services in South Hill May 26-27, 2017 May 26, 2017 Family time: Friday 5-8 PM (at the home) 4550 Belfield Rd South Hill, VA (zip code) May 27, 2017 Service: 2 pm - 3 pm RZUA Headquarters 2504 Rocky Branch Rd Lacrosse, VA (Celebration immediately following service at family home) Samuel Webster Jackson (Sammy/Sam/Toy), son of the late William and Janie (Williams) Jackson transitioned to eternal life on Tuesday, May 16, 2017 after a lengthy illness. Sam was born on September 28, 1946 and lived in Lacrosse, VA. He attended Nannie V. Boyd Elementary School, Lacrosse, VA and East End High School, South Hill, VA until drafted by the US Army in 1966. While in the United States Army, Sam held many positions stateside and overseas in the field of telecommunications and information technology. Sam served in Communications Operations for 22 years and retired as an Army Master Sergeant in 1988. Within that time frame, he received many awards and accommodations. After his military retirement he was employed with U.S. Defense Agency, the Department of Interior, and the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) as the IT Network Specialist and the Information Technology Manager for nearly18 years. During his time with NCUA, Sam earned many work related achievement awards and was recognized as the Staff Support Person of the Year. Surrounded by many friends and co-workers, Sam retired from NCUA in January 2013. He married the former Bina Aranjeloivic, and out of this union two children were born, Sherry (grandchildren Damon and Ian) and Christopher. Samuel was an active member of his community, residing in Silver Spring. He worked and passionately supported local, state and national political initiatives. He received many accolades from local and state representatives for his work. He volunteered and worked in community outreach program including cancer research and veteran’s affairs programs. The staff and students at the Washington Christian Academy and Lynn University were astonished at his level of engagement and concern he always put forth. Sam truly loved the Lord and attended The Church of Redeemer and was also a former member of Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Rockville, MD. He loved being with his family, friends, and actively supported our youth. Several of his other passions included, dancing, attending sporting events, and collecting key chains that would remind him of his travels Sammy leaves to cherish his fond memories, his wife Sharon of 22 years; son Spencer, Lynn University, Boca Raton, FL, stepson Blair Thompson of Silver Spring, MD, and granddaughter, Janell Blair. He also leaves to treasure loving memories; four brothers: William of Boston, MA, James of Park Hall, MD, Felix (Linda) of Warner Robin, GA, and George of Fredericksburg, VA; two sisters Jeananne Mayo of Richmond, VA and Nanette Jackson of Henderson, NC; father in-law, Russell Roper; sister in-law, Debra Corbett (Clifford) and brother in-law Mark Roper (Arthena); three aunts: Frances Smith, Lena Howard, Alice Williams, and a honorary aunt, Louise Pinkney; two special cousins Faye Pride and Barbara Martin; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Samuel was proceeded in death by his parents, William and Janie Jackson; sisters; Audrey, Carolyn and Marion, and brothers; Alfonso and Spencer.

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Samuel Webster Jackson

September 28, 1946 - May 16, 2017