He served in the United States Air Force for 27 years and worked for Elizabeth Town Water Company for 30plus years. He served in the United Methodist Church as a lay speaker.

He will be greatly missed by his wife, the Rev. Lucy A. Jackson-Hughes, also son Michael R. Jackson of Virginia Beach, and many friends and family he leaves behind.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Arrangements are by Harrison Funeral Home & Crematory.