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Obituary for JACKSON


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Tuesday March 15, 2011

Robert C. Jackson III Bob Jackson passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 13th, 2011 surrounded by his devoted family after a valiant battle with cancer. Bob was born in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on August 18, 1945, and is survived by his wife of 31 years, Sandi Jackson; mother, Lois Jackson; son Richard Jackson, and wife Rebecca; son Gavin Jackson, and wife Christie; daughter Monica Hickey, and husband Jay; brothers Rolly Jackson, and wife Pat; Rick Jackson, and wife Pearl. Bob is also survived by his beloved grandchildren, Aaron Quintana, Zackery Rich, Brennan Cook, Katelyn, Kyla, Kenadie, Will, Julianna and Robert Jackson; sister-and brother-in-law Maureen and Louie Martinez; his niece and many nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Robert C. Jackson Jr. Bob was a graduate of the New Mexico Military Institute and the University of New Mexico, BBA, MBA. He was an Eagle Scout. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Naval Aviator during the Viet Nam War. Bob was dedicated to serving others and was a long-time Chartered Life Underwriter and Chartered Financial Consultant. He was active with Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, serving as a Board Member since 1986 and as a past Chairman. He was active in First Presbyterian Church Foundation, Rotary Club of Albuquerque, New Mexico Planned Giving Council, New Mexico Estate Planning Council and also volunteered for several years with the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta in a number of capacities, including Launch Director. He enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with his family and many friends. He will be deeply missed by all. Services celebrating Bob's life will be held Friday, March 18th, at 11:00 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico. A reception will follow the services in Fellowship Hall. His ashes will be interred at the Santa Fe National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Presbyterian Church Foundation, 215 Locust NE, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87102, or to Presbyterian Healthcare Foundation, P.O. Box 26666, Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87125.


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