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Obituary For Hortensia Sophia Jackson
Psalm 30:5: "Weeping may stay for the night but joy comes within the morning".
Hortensia ‘Sophia’ Jackson was born July 3, 1962, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. She was the 9th child born to the union of Teretha Bradshaw and Johnnie Jackson, Jr. She is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, Johnnie Jackson, Sr., brothers Zachary, Pedro & Thaddeus, sister Annie Marie, cousin, Hycord Kinard and uncle, James ‘Bobby’ Jackson. Sophia received her primary education in the St. Johns County Florida Public School System. She started school at Walter E. Harris School and received her High School Diploma in 1980 from Hastings High School. Sophia earned an Associate of Arts Degree in History from Miami-Dade Community College, Miami, Florida 1982, Bachelor of Science Degree in Communication From the University of South Florida, Tampa, Florida 1984, a Professional Certificate in Personnel Management From Miami-Dade College, Miami, Florida 2007, and a Real Estate License from the Gold Coast School of Real Estate, Miami, Florida also in 2007. After graduating college, she began a career with the U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Division. She was employed at the Miami Passport Agency, Miami, Florida as a Passport specialist for 20 years. She became disabled from her job in 2004. After retirement, Sophia called upon the Construction Trade Skills she learned while in High School. She really enjoyed building and repairing things. Nothing was too big or too small for her to try. She often recited something her brother Zachary often said, “Nothing Beats A Failure But A Try and A Failure Ain’t Nothing But A Try.” She took great pride in doing a thing herself and when she didn’t know how to do something, she eagerly learned. Sophia would routinely send daily photos of the progression of her projects to family & friends. Upon completion she would write ‘Sophia’ someplace on the project along with the date of completion. She did her own house painting, she bragged about using a 4” roller & a 1.5” brush inside because she had the time to be, deliberate. She changed or upgraded everything in her home herself. She hung doors, installed ceiling fans, light fixtures, faucets, electrical outlets & switches, installed surveillance systems, installed cabinets, maintained her lawn & swimming pool. The projects she completed in and around her home were her joy. She would often say “What else do I have to do.” Sophia believed that making something with your own hands was important and that it built character. Sophia enjoyed all genres of music, collecting movies, travelling, cycling, meeting people, reading, spending time with her family & friends and she loved life. She leaves to cherish her memories beloved brothers and sisters: Theophilus Jackson; James Jackson; Donald Williams; Bobby (Denovia) Smith; George (Cynthia) Wilson; Henry (Shirley) Simon; Sisters: Hildegard Felder; Loretta Jackson; Gracieta King Jackson; Patricia Ann Gibbs; Michelle Jackson-Session; Robbie (Carl) Cunningham; Katrina Williams; Rhonda Whitley; Stephanie (Anthony) McCoy-Glover; Leslie Brown; Aunt: Mary Frances Jackson; Goddaughter: Ashley Deshommes Green; Special Cousins: Freddie Williams-Maxwell; Godfrey Smith; Best Friend; Pauline King Deshommes and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and sorrowing friends.
Services:
The Jackson Family will receive friends and the community from 5:00p.m - 6:30 p.m., Friday, January 24, 2025, at The Lord's Temple Church.
A Celebration of Life will be held 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 25, 2025, at The Lord's Temple Church, 140 Gilmore St, Hastings.
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Brenda King sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Hortensia Sophia Jackson - January 23, 2025
God Bless you all! Deepest sympathies. "The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit." Psalm 34:18 ESV Love you guys Brenda Tolbert-King & Wayne King, II
The Peace Lily was sent for Hortensia Sophia Jackson - January 23, 2025
Donna F Ward sent Gracious Lavender Basket for Hortensia Sophia Jackson - January 23, 2025
My dear sweet Sophie, there are no words to truly express how much I love you. You will forever be in my heart. Donna Ward (LYLAS)
Wanda Jackson sent Shimmering Light Standing Spray for Hortensia Sophia Jackson - January 22, 2025
With deepest sympathy and our prayers from Sheldon Atkins Barbara Atkins Wanda (Orlando)Jackson Kelvin Dukes
Celestial Love was sent for Hortensia Sophia Jackson - January 22, 2025
Brenda King planted 5 trees in memory of Hortensia Sophia Jackson . - January 23, 2025
We have been friends for over 40 years. We lost touch and came back together. I am so grateful to have veen able to see you a few months ago. I will miss our weekly and sometimes daily conversations. Rest easy my dear friend. I will miss you forever until we meet again. I love you.
Those who are sleep will awaken on the day the Lord comes for us all. May our Lord and savior bless and comfort our Jackson family and friends during this time of grief.
Praying that your memories give you peace and comfort and that God touch strengthen your hearts now and in the days to come 🙏 Mrs Martha Johnson and family
Wishing you peace and comfort! Because Sophia's passion for building and creating things, we are planting trees in her honor celebrating her legacy! The Tolbert Family
We are born into our families and we choose our friends but you were more than just my friend, you are my sister..
In Memories Always Tina Duncan..
Dear Mr. Jackson,
The struggle has concluded, and you are now in the embrace of the Lord's loving presence. Your memory will always hold a cherished place in my heart, and I will forever value the friendship we shared.
Sincerely, Fred
Sophia as we knew her,a soul gone too soon. We enjoyed Cruising with her in Europe October 2024. To Theophilus and the entire Jackson Family Our Deepest Sympathy is sent with Heartfelt Condolences. God bless,comfort and strengthen are our Prayers.
I love you Auntie Always and Forever!!
Rhonda Uzzle-Martin
My love and condolences to the Jackson family. You will forever be in my prayers. Samuel'Dee Page (Tina Duncan's little brother)
My Sincere Condolences To The Jackson Family. Hold On To The Precious Memories, And Your Family Is Forever In My Thoughts And Prayers 🙏🏾🙏🏾!!!!
Our sincere condolences to Cousin Theophillus and all the Moore-Creel-Gee Family. Wow! Reunions won't be the same without Sophia. I'll always remember the conch fritters that she and Cousin Bobbie used to make. She used to tease me about sending out "robocalls" notifying family of events. Cousin Sophia, I rejoice for you loved & served God. Psalm 116:15-"Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. ~Love, your cousins THE BLACKWELLs from Jax, FL~
The memories of Sophia will never fade. They will always be with you all shining bright in your hearts. Please accept my sincere condolences. To God be the glory 🙏🏿 sincerely, Janice Baker Whitty and Family
Today, I found out that I lost a sister. Hortensia Sophia Jackson was a remarkable individual. A beloved friend, a faithful roommate during our college years at USF, and a lifelong sister. Sophia's presence touched the depths of our hearts in a truly indescribable way. As I say my farewell to my sister(friend), and I reflect on the years of knowing her, she leaves behind memories that will forever shape the people who know her best. Sophia lived her life full of adventure that allowed her to meet people from different parts of the world. She understood the power of being modest and the lasting impact it can have on those around her. She was never the one to seek the spotlight, instead, she focused her energy on uplifting others, always willing to lend a helping hand or offer a listening ear. She dearly loved her family and friends and never hesitated to be there when needed. Her life was a testament to the beauty of not being selfish, and we are all better individuals for having been in her life. Sophia, as I say goodbye for now, please know I will truly miss you! The word of God tells us "to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord". May your spirit rest in peace, my sister!
Ms. T , USF Class of '84
So sorry for the loss of an amazing person a blessing to have known her. she will be missed. Love, Jackie ( Renee's)
So Blessed to have known such a wonderful and amazing person! I will pray for her family. With Love Cheri (Renee's)
So sorry for the loss of my cousin she will be greatly missed 😭
Sending Prayers, my heartfelt condolences to the family. Hold on to God's unchanging hand from where all our help comes from. Love Eric M Williams Sr. Valdosta, GA
My Prayers and my heartfelt condolences to the family
It's such an honor being your "Oregon Sister." Your visits will be in my heart untill we see each other again. Love you! Jeanie❣️
Our sympathy and love are with you during this difficult period. Losing a Sister is an unimaginable loss. Hoping you find strength in the shared memories, and may God guide you through the challenging days ahead. Hiawathia and Glenda
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