John Wayne Jackson, 51 of Waco, passed away Saturday, April 7, 2018 in Waco.
Visitation: 5:00 to 7:00 PM Friday, April 13, 2018
Funeral Service: 11:00 AM Saturday, April 14, 2018 at the Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel
John Wayne Jackson was born on August 23, 1966 in Lott, Texas to Altus Jackson and Precious Octavia Jackson. After leaving Lott, he attended Tennyson Jr. High where he played football. He then attended Waco High School where he excelled in basketball. He placed 1st in the Vocational Opportunities Club of Texas state convention where he was the only Texas student to win a full scholarship to Arizona Institute where he became a state licensed HVAC technician. He also attended TSTI from 1988-1989 where he played on the basketball team while earning his certification in television servicing. Later, he became a member of the Alumni Association as well. Over the years he obtained his associates degree from MCC as well as other licenses and certifications.
He played basketball in Church leagues, as well as softball for Fresnius, all while being a dialysis patient. John met his wife, Roemeters, in 2004, and they were married on October 27, 2009. He was a member of Mt. Zion Missionary Church. John loved his family, friends, and his dog Mr. Bonez.
If you ever met him, you had a friend for life. John made all of us laugh so hard we would cry. We will never meet someone like him in this lifetime. He is already missed.
He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Roemeters Jackson; son Adrian Jackson; sisters Rita and Debra Jean Mozee, Berniece Johnson, Shelia Jackson Hodges and Letha Jackson Reeves; nephew Rodney Mozee and wife Mary; 4 sisters-in-law; 6 brothers-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. He loved his mother-in-law Eloise (MaMa) Mason and childhood friend to the end, Troy Miles.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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I am so sorry for your loss…may God strengthen your family during this difficult time.
Praying for the family
I remember John from TSTC. Always smiling. Could light up the office just by walking in the room. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
May God bless and strength the family will never forget you John John childhood memories of you living in Lott Tx and going to elementary school together. Rest easy my friend.
Karen Bailey McDowell
God has called one of his best warriors home.
My lil bro. Always had a smile and a big respect for me whenever I saw him.Mannnn we had some good times playing ball at Bledsoe Miller. Whenever I saw him we would talk about old times.Go over a whole childhood in about 20mins. You will truly be missed lil bro.My friend my eastside fam. R.I.H. Love your friend Jerry Neal.
You are so very much in my prayers. Keep your faith in the good Lord and he will ease your pain and make a way for you. I love you so much Rocus ! May God bless you and may he keep you !!! ????????
RIP NEIGHBOR. John you will truly be missed man. Me and my wife send our Condolences. We send our deepest sympathy for the entire family. May GOD BLESS you all and keep HIS LOVING ARMS around you. RIP ACTION JACKSON.
I am sorry for your loss iam praying God will give you strength and peace during this time.???? you ms Pat
My hearth goes out to the family. I attended TSTI with John. He always had a smile on his face. I have been searching for this family for years. I knew John and Rita for years. Rita would you please give me a call 832-651-0893
I went to school with .John John. Well Kindergarden and 1st grade. Im not sure what grade he moved away from Lott, but I do remember how he made me laugh ALL the time. I’ve wondered , ever so often, over all these years where did John John end up. Well, just the.other day, I asked another classmate, Karen Bailey McDowell if she.knew anything about him and she told me he had passed last year. Today, I read his obituary and it made me sad. I was happy to see he was still making people laugh. Anyway, I’m Sorry for your loss. I just wanted you to know how he left a lasting impression on me from so, so many years ago.
My condolences. I found this page because I think this was my uncle. Anyone how to get in touch with Debra Mozee?