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Eric J. Jefferson Sr.

Passed 09/04/2026

Obituary For Eric J. Jefferson Sr.

Eric Jefferson was a loving pillar of his family and community. Born March 12, 1968, he was
brought to this earth to be such an amazing person and leader. He has been a rock for so
many. He loved his wife LaTonya Jefferson and kids, Antjuan, Aaron, Jasmine, Eric Jr,
Kametria, Johnathan, and Dylan, and his grandchildren. Eric leaves behind so many that
love him and went to be with his father Nathanial Jefferson Sr. on September 4, 2026. Eric
loved his family, immediate and extended. Eric was a distinguished Veteran. He always knew
how to put a smile on anyone’s face. He will be laid to rest September 16 at 1pm at West Tennessee
Veterans Cemetery, 4000 Forest Hill Irene Rd., Memphis, TN 38125. Visitation will be from 10 to 12 at N.J. Ford Funeral Home, 12 S. Parkway W., Memphis, TN 38109. Rest high Easy!

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I am deeply sorry for your loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and memories you shared with Ricky, and may those cherished memories bring you strength and peace in the days ahead.

My thoughts and prayers are with each of you and your family. May Ricky's memory forever remain a blessing and may you find comfort in knowing how much he was loved and will be missed.

With deepest sympathy, Shay

Shalondra McAfee-Woods

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