Melvin Jackson Obituary in Steelton at Major H. Winfield Funeral Home

Obituary For Melvin Jackson

Melvin Jackson, Sr. was born in Harrisburg, PA to the late Robert and Beatrice Jackson. He graduated from William Penn High School and then served our country faithfully in the United States Air Force for three years. He enjoyed fishing, shooting pool, dancing with the grandchildren, and singing. He also enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren. He shared his life with his wife Rita for 32 years and from that union they were blessed with five children.

He worked for the New Cumberland Army Depot and the City of Harrisburg as a Park Ranger. He was a hard worker and offered love to all he knew. His laugh and humor were a loving trait he had and the memories we share of his life will forever be our hearts.

Melvin peacefully transitioned into eternal life on Monday, December 5, 2022 at Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

In addition to his parents Melvin was preceded in death by, one brother, Leroy (Dickie) and two sisters, Pamela, and Sandra and he leaves to celebrate his life his wife, Rita Jackson; his children, Willie, Emanuel, Rosa, Hope (Doug, Sr.,) and Melvin, Jr.; his siblings, Robert Jackson, Jr., Lilly, Amelia (Chris), Donald, Sr., (Desia), all of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; his grandchildren, De’Asia, Zaniah, Brandon, Bryanna, Rylee, Dayoni, Quinn, Doug, Jr. and Brielle; his goddaughter, Russhele; a host of nieces, nephews, so many valuable friends and special bro’s as he called them, Bruce (Moe, deceased), Robert (Turt), Rick, Larry, Ike, and Robert (Sonnyboy), his cousins, Mike Jolly, Lacotus (Proc) Ernie, Perry and Willie.

Melvin’s life will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 in the Sanctuary of Harrisburg First Assembly of God, 4100 N. Progress Avenue, Harrisburg with viewing 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. and burial in Indiantown Gap National Cemetery.

COVID-19 Guidelines will be observed and mandated with face masks for all attendees.

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God Bless the Family. Melvin was one of the ReilycStreet Cree. We all had so much fun growing up as kids. So many cherished memories. Rest in Peace, from the Harbison's and the Young's.

My heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends of Melvin. Emmett Green.

Dear Family, I just learned of the death of Melvin and wish to extend my heartfelt Sympathy to you during this difficult time. Please accept my condolences. Keith C. Harden

My sincere condolences to the Jackson family. Rita I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. Take care and God bless you all. Sheila Rucker Steelton Pa.

I love you uncle Melvin,Really sadden that I couldn't be there to help lay you to rest but I know for sure there was enough love there to get the job done! One of my greatest memories of you unc was your smile and your jokes! I often told you that you reminded me of Richard Pryor and I'm pretty sure you took that as a compliment... Wish I would've checked on you and aunt Rita more often 😪 Love you unc.. Your nephew charlie from Cole crest

Rosa and family we would like to offer our sincere condolences to the passing of your love one may the memories of him be with you during your time of bearement God bless you all Ronald & Yvette Bradley

My sincere condolences to the Jackson family so sorry to hear of your loss my prayers are with you in this time of grieving may God continue to comfort you 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

To my Jackson family. I am so sorry to hear about Melvin's death. I'm sending my prayers and condolences to you all.

My wife and I are keeping the Jackson Family in our prayers!! Rest in Peace big bro.
Larry McClain

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