Katherine Jackson Obituary in Opelika at Harris Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Katherine Jackson

Funeral service for Katherine Jackson, 72, of Auburn, AL will be at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, March 21, 2020, at Mount Moriah Missionary Baptist Church, 2255 Wrights Mill Road, Auburn, AL 36830 with interment in Town Creek Cemetery, Reverend Bernard Anderson will officiate.

Mrs. Jackson, who passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2020 at the Bethany House in Auburn, Alabama, was born December 30, 1947 in Lee County, Alabama.

Public viewing will be Friday, March 20, 2020, from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Mrs. Jackson will lie in repose at the church one hour prior to the service.

She leaves to cherish her memory: her loving and devoted husband, Lindsley Jackson, Jr. of Auburn, AL; one son, Corey (Reka) Jackson of Pinson, AL; two daughters, Tonya (Marques) Jackson of Opelika, AL and Kristy Jackson of Auburn, AL; four grandchildren, JaCoreus Jackson, Janiya Maddox, Jayla Maddox all of Auburn, and Chase Jackson of Pinson, AL; two brothers, Calvin (Elizabeth) Cobb and Mike (Barbara) Cobb both of Auburn, AL; one sister, Virginia Finley of Auburn, AL; devoted friends, Glenda Love, Charlotte Barnes and Regina Hutchinson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, JF Drake Class of 1965 and friends.

In an order and following the CDC recommendations concerning (COVID-19) to keep the community safe, the funeral will be for the family only. All public viewing will be supervised by a License Funeral Director and Staff of Harris Funeral Home.

Based on recommendations from the CDC, we suggest that all participants try and maintain a consistent six-foot distance between all parties during the service.

We understand this is a difficult time, but the situation is serious and your well-being is our utmost concern at Harris Funeral Home. Please refrain from hugging, handshakes and touching at the visitation, service and committal.

Those who are ill, elderly, and/or immune-compromised should stay in their residence and not attend services. Please use our website to leave a message to share your favorite memories and offer words of sympathy and comfort for the Jackson Family since no register book will be available during public viewing for signing.

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Sorry for your loss - Audrey

Mrs. Jackson will be greatly missed. Blessings and Great Love are extended to the Jackson family. --Michael and Tabitha Perry

My thoughts and prayers are with the Jackson family. May GOD bless and strengthen you during your sorrow. Sharon Carter

So sorry for your lost. You are in our prayers. Continue to lean and depend on Jesus. Always remember that God makes no mistakes, and He is there for you. "Frank and Viola Colquitt"

My condolences to the family. Katherine and I became friends through church gatherings and her love for sewing. She knew me so well she didn't even have to measure me. I'm going to truly miss my friend. RIP katherine.

Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Mrs. Jackson had such a sweet spirit and was a dear friend. She had a heart for others, a rare gift to the many people who had the pleasure to know and love her. She will be greatly missed. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you in the days to come. Regina Hutchinson & Family

My love and prayers are with u all .TONYA MY SISTER I LOVE U HUNNY STAY STRONG AND KNOW I LOVE U AND IM HERE ALWAYS IF U NEED ME MUCH LOVE TO U AND THE FAMILY

Sending condolences to the Jackson Family. We are praying for your family's strength, comfort and peace during this difficult time. Mary Bickerstaff' Buchanan Classmate

Sorry for your loss praying for you all at this difficult time Margaret Philpot Long.

My heartfelt simply goes out to y'all at this time,keeping everyone lifted in prayers

My heart is with the Jackson's family at this most difficult time. My heart is also broken. I have lost a true friend. I'm praying that God will give each of you the much needed strength during the difficult days ahead.

We are extremely blessed to have known Sis and to have her in our lives. You will be solely missed and we're thankful of all the wonderful memories you have left behind for us to treasure. Rest sweet lady. Mary & Cecil Edwards and family Stacee & Greg Nelms and family

My heart is broken and in tears Sis was always such a sweet person. Although I am not there in person know that my heart and spirit is morning with you all. The Word Of God Says "Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Comes In The Morning ". Sis is in her Morning Rejoicing In The Present Of Jesus!!!! . Fly High My Friend. Love You All , Blondie Brooks & Family

My heart is broken and in tears Sis was always such a sweet person. Although I am not there in person know that my heart and spirit is in morning with you all. The Word Of God Says " Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Comes In The Morning ". Sis is in her morning rejoicing in the presence of Jesus!!! Fly High My Friend .