Obituaries
Peoria- Charlie D. Jackson, age 66, of Peoria, passed away at 4:40 PM on Wednesday, December 2, 2020 at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.
Born July 27, 1954 in Greenwood, Mississippi, he was a son to James and Mary (Kent) Ashford. Charlie held various positions as a warehouse worker, with his last being at G&D Integrated. On April 17, 2004 he married Julie Parker in Bartonville, and together they cherished 16 years. He was an avid Chicago Bears Fan who enjoyed bowling, playing basketball and throwing darts. Charlie was a true family man known for his jokes, having fun, and most importantly his love for playing with his grandchildren. He was truly loved and will be deeply missed.
Survivors include his 1st wife Teri Wright; his current wife Julie of Peoria; four children: Michele (Jamie) Bensel of Peoria, Robert Bush of Peoria, James A. (Brandi) Jackson, Sr. of Peoria and Eddie (Jojo) Johnson, Jr. of Peoria; three grandchildren: James A Jackson, Jr., Tyrese Jackson and Nicole Jackson; one great grandson James A. Jackson III; two brothers: Hank and James both of Chicago; six sisters: Flora Green of Chicago, Shirley Johnson of Alabama, Pat Jackson of Indianapolis, Patricia Campbell of Memphis, TN, Venesa Carter of Las Vegas and Tammy Kent of Chicago.
Charlie was preceded in death by his parents, 2nd wife Rebecca Jackson, one granddaughter Marjah Jackson, five brothers: Tyrone, Thomas, Jimmy, Blake and Joe; as well as two sisters: Doris and Mamie.
Visitation will be held on Monday, December 7, 2020 from 1:00 PM until time of funeral service at 3:00 PM at Wright & Salmon Mortuary. Following services, cremation rights will be accorded. COVID-19 rules and social distancing measurers will be in effect during visitation and funeral services.
Memorials in Charlie’s memory may be made to the Fresenius Kidney Care Peoria Downtown.
Friends and family may sign the online guestbook or send private condolences by logging onto www.wrightandsalmon.com.
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