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Obituary For Alicia Yvette Thurman Jackson
MRS. ALICIA YVETTE THURMAN JACKSON โ Age 62, passed away on Saturday, April 4, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was born on November 5, 1963, in Chattanooga Tennessee, to Jewell Woods Gwynn and Richard Thurman Jr. Alicia graduated from Dalton High School in 1981 and later continued her education at West Georgia College.
In 1993, she began her career with Blue Cross Blue Shield, where she worked faithfully until her retirement in 2016.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Jeffrey Lee Jackson; her brother, Stephen Thurman; her grandparents, James and Helen Woods and Lillie and Richard Thurman Sr.; her aunts, Erma (Asa) Heard, Magnolia Nesbitt, Sara Boyd, Annie M. Hill, and Ruby Smith; and her uncles, James (Julia) Woods, Robert (Jennie) Woods, and Thomas Woods.
A devoted member of Bethel AME Church, Alicia served on the Stewardess Board and found joy in watching soap operas, traveling, dining out, and spending time with her aunt Alice Frances, as well as with her family and friends. Even throughout her own illness, she continued to check on others with unwavering care.
She leaves to cherish her memory her parents, Jewell (Charles, Jr.) Gwynn and Richard (Wanda) Thurman, Jr.; aunts, Alice Anderson, Vivian (Bobby) Campbell, and Gloria Woods; uncle, Tim (Margaret) Jackson; goddaughter, Porsha Mitchell; stepson, Torrey Harris; three grandchildren, Torrey Harris, Jr., Trace Harris, and Tranae Harris; devoted best friend, Cynthia (Windell) Smith; special sister-cousin, Teresa Thomas; and many special cousins, friends, and god-sisters, including Cynthia Neville, Patricia Akiens, Debbie Henderson, Velita Boyd, Alfreda Walton, Tiffany Moody, Mary Suttles, Annette Smith, Janet Moore, Mary C. Sims, Linda McDade, and Pastor Erma Raymond. She is also survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, and many other relatives, friends and her church family.
Homegoing Celebration will be Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM at Willis Funeral Home with Pastor Bernard C. McNair, Eulogist and Co-Pastor, Joanne McNair, Presider. Her remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Saturday, April 11, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the funeral hour. Interment will take place Monday, April 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM at the Chattanooga National Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.
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Great Uncle and family, My heart is with you as you mourn the loss of Alicia. Though I did not have the privilege of knowing her, I knew her through you. She reflected the warmth, kindness, and grace that runs so beautifully through your family. I was blessed to be raised by your sister, my grandmother Magnolia Nesbitt, and shaped in part by the love of Ruby as well. The goodness I saw in them, I have always seen in you. I know that the same goodness lived in Alicia. With love and my deepest sympathy, Jerry Akins
Alicia had a beautiful soul. She was kind and giving like know one I've ever met. We were coworkers at Blue Cross, we became close friends almost instantly! I will never forget how she and her Mother welcomed me to their home for dinner or a family gathering, I felt like family. She was just that special. I will always cherish the memories we shared once a month with Mrs. Delores's at Outback Steakhouse. God Bless her Soul! Thanks Mom and Daddy for sharing Alicia with me. My Deepest condolences Love Regina Lowery Mauldin
Alicia was a coworker at Blue Cross Blue Shield of TN. She had a kind and sweet spirit. Heaven has gained an angel. Rest well.
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Our condolences to Charles & Jewell Gwynn and the entire family. We are praying for you all during this time with the peace that comes from the knowledge that God loves you and that He will cradle and be beside you today and forever!
With heartfelt condolences may you Rest in Peace Alicia The Gaines Family & William Taylor Jr
Alicia and I grew up together in Wood Park. We were best of friends. You will be missed my dear friend.
Alisha my cousin thank you for all the good times we had thank you for being a superwoman you fought the fight and now heaven has another angel so I love you and you will remain in our hearts forever we love you my girl.Rest in heaven.
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My sweet friend my classmate.. will always remember you.our talks and your beautiful smile....you will never be forgotten....R.I.H. I'll miss you ๐๐นโฃ๏ธ
Condolences to the family.
To the family of Alicia, she was loved and admired by many. She will truly be missed. Take your rest Alicia.
My condolence to the entire family may her soul RIP
Jewel, you and your family have my sincere condolences in the passing of Alicia.
Our hearts and Prayers go out to each of you as you go through this difficult time in your lives, New Hope Baptist Church Usher Board- Velina Weaver
Velina Weaver
May your spirit rest in peace
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
