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Obituary for JACKSON


Published in the Albuquerque Journal on Saturday July 18, 2009

Jackie Lee Jackson, 74, died peacefully in her sleep after an extended illness and returned to the Lord on Tuesday, July 14, 2009. She was born in Trinidad, CO. She moved with her family to Albuquerque in 1937, where she spent the remainder of her life. In 1954, she married William L. Jackson, former Sandia Peak Tramway Manager and Chief of Bernalillo County District 5 Fire Dept, who preceded her in death in 1999. Jackie's colorful work history throughout her life included: utility and home construction, fire patrol with the U.S. Forest Service and 20+ years with the Sandia Peak Ski and Tram Company. Her fondest work was as manager of the Sandia Peak Ski Area "Ski Barn", which was the ski rental shop located at the base of the Tram. She is preceded in death by her husband, William L. Jackson Jr.; sister, Patricia Whittington; sister-in-law, Ann Evans; and her parents, Carl and Adeline Macaluso. She is survived by her children, William L Jackson III and wife, Helen; Guy Jackson and wife, Jina; and Ninette Jackson. She is also survived by her sister, Nina Adkins and her husband, William Adkins; and her brother, Carl Macaluso; and brother-in-law, Al Evans. Grandchildren include Coleman Johnson, SPC Trak Jackson, Casey McFarland, Asti Jackson, Leah Jackson, and Megan Jackson. She is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews and great-nieces and nephews. Rosary and Memorial service will be held at the Church of the Risen Savior, 7701 Wyoming Blvd, NE, on Monday, July 20, at 4:00 p.m., with a reception immediately following. The family of Jackie Jackson would like to thank Presbyterian Hospice and Dr. Russell Schultz for their loving care throughout her sickness. Many thanks are also expressed to the many friends who have given such wonderful love and support throughout the years of her illness. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Presbyterian Kaseman Hospice, 8300 Constitution NE, 87110, (724-6580). Those who wish to express condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Jackie's care has been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010