Lillian Lee Jackson Obituary (1928 - 2021)

Lillian Lee Jackson, 92 lifelong resident of Girard passed away peacefully Saturday, September 25, 2021 at Carlinville Area Hospital. She was born December 2, 1928 daughter of Charles and Cora (Parker) Adams. She married Lee "Pete" Jackson and he preceded her in death on January 4, 1994. She was a member of the First Baptist Church, Girard and had worked earlier in life as a Nurse's Assistant at St. John's Hospital and later for the State of Illinois Department of Public Aid. Her greatest love in life was her family and was a very devoted Mother, Grandmother, Great-Grandmother and Great-Great Grandmother. Lillian is survived by sons Leonard (Peggy) Jackson of Springfield, Roger (Keila) Jackson of Girard, Mark (Monica) Jackson of Springfield, Marlin (Karen) Jackson of Girard, Randy (Vickie) Jackson of Rochester and Brad (Amy) Jackson of Springfield; her daughter Kathy (Louie) Re of Girard; 15 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren, 3 great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, daughter Beverly Ann Laycock and her brothers and sisters. Private graveside services will be held at Virden Cemetery with Reverend Larry Griffith officiating. Memorials are suggested and may be made to the Girard Rescue Squad and will be received by Airsman & Calvert Funeral Homes, Girard who is honored to be caring for Lillian's family.