Clarence & Ade Simpson Jackson were blessed with a bouncing, baby boy in Dallas, Texas on February 8, 1934. He was given the name Fred Jackson.

Fred grew up and was educated in the Dallas Independent School District. He met the love of his life, Loreda Frank and they were united in holy matrimony on December 25, 1960. Their loving union was blessed with four children.

Mr. Jackson worked for Dallas Cap and Emblem until he retired, and then he was Self Employed for over 30 years at Jackson & Son Service Center.

Mr. Jackson was a family man, who loved providing for his family. Many laughs and good times were shared in the family home, regardless of age, all were welcome to fellowship.

After "Fourscore and Three Years" with us on Earth, Fred Jackson, left this earthly realm to be with our Heavenly Father. He was preceded in death by his parents and 3 sisters Vivian, Nana and Faye Jackson.

Those that wait on the Lord; wife, Loreda Jackson; sons, Freddie (Demetria), Melvin (Francheska), Clarence (Amra); daughter, Faye Jackson; 11 grandchildren, Freda, Monique, Antwoine, Melvin Jr., Breanna, Melane, MiKeal, Amari, Camrin, Chandler and Ty; 5 great grandchildren, along with other relatives and friends to cherish his loving memory.

One of Fred's Favorite saying is "All I need is a whole lot of leaving alone".