John E. Jackson, Jr., 74, of Robbinsville, passed away on Tuesday, November 3, 2020, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Hamilton.
Born in Trenton, John was a lifelong area resident. After graduating from Rider University in 1968 he went on to honorably serve in the U.S. Navy from 1968-1972. John retired from New Jersey Manufacturers as Vice President after many dedicated years of service. In his spare time, John enjoyed spending time at his Beach House but most of all, he loved the time he spent with his friends and family.
Predeceased by his parents, John E. Jackson Sr. and Elizabeth Arline (Patrick) Jackson and his devoted wife of 46 years, Diane L. Jackson; he is survived by his three loving children, Jennifer Jackson, David Jackson and Jaime Riley and her husband, Christian; his three cherished grandchildren, Alexa Wittmann, Keegan Riley and Fiona Jackson; his brother, Lee Jackson and wife, Deborah; his sister, Carol Vedral and husband, Ernie; as well as many other caring family members.
Visitation for family and friends will be held on Sunday, November 8, 2020, from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the Saul Colonial Home, 3795 Nottingham Way, Hamilton Square, NJ. Funeral services will begin at 1:00 p.m. at the Funeral Home.
Due to funeral restrictions, the staff at the Saul Colonial Home, respectfully requests that all funeral attendees please wear a face covering of some kind during the services for John. We appreciate your cooperation and thank you.
Cremation will take place privately.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in John’s memory to Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, Fox Chase Cancer Center or American Red Cross by visiting In Memory Of at
inmemof.org.