Nathan Andrew Jackson McDonald Obituary in Kosciusko at Winters Funeral Home

Obituary For Nathan Andrew Jackson McDonald

Mr. Nathan Andrew Jackson-McDonald, the first of five children of the late Mr. James Andrew Jackson and Mrs. Virginia L. (Jones) Jackson, was born October 6, 1945 in Washington, D.C. Nathan's birth was followed by those of his siblings: Louise (1946), Luvenia (1949), Diane (1952) and James (1956). A sixth sibling, Barbara, was born in 1974.

In 1949, he and his sister, the late Mrs. Louise Joyce Jackson-McDonald James Hodges, became members of the household of their aunt and uncle, Mr. Hammond McDonald and Mrs. Luevenia Jackson McDonald, in Ethel, Mississippi. While no biological children were born to the McDonald's union, through grace, the Almighty God saw their love for children and blessed them with a devoted son and daughter, Nathan and Louise. The siblings were legally adopted by the McDonalds in 1957.

Nathan was an educational product of the public schools of Attala County, graduating from Tipton Street High School. He would continue his formal education at Mary Holmes College, Mississippi Valley State College, now Mississippi Valley State University (B.S. degree, Business Education), Delta State University (M.S.L.S., Library Science) and Mississippi State University.

Considered a master library scientist, he was first employed in the public schools of Attala County. He would later practice his "science" at his alma mater. Prior to retiring from "The Valley," he served as Interim Director of the James Herbert White Library. Retirement did not find Nathan idle. For a brief period, he was Librarian at the Delta Correctional Facility in Greenwood.

His passion for library science was paralleled by a passion for community service. For two terms (eight years), he was Election Commissioner for District Three in LeFlore County. Those who served with him attest to his diligence, his dedication and his insistence on doing things "decently and in order."

Those who spent any amount of time in his company were aware that Nathan was a connoisseur of the culinary and the Arts- especially music. Dr. Lawrence Goldman, a colleague and professor of Music at MVSU declared at the notice of Nathan's transition, "He was a technical wiz and mastered the art of word processing before most of us even knew what the term meant.... a true lover of music and the arts, the kind of audience member you always want to be present at your performances. I will miss his wisdom, humor, and ability to see the good in all people."

While his family will certainly feel the void left by their loved one, the "Historian," the Providence Missionary Baptist Church Family of Greenwood, Mississippi, pastored by the Reverend Jessie Payne, Jr., will share the sentiment. Nathan boasted always to members and visitors of his Greenwood church of "doing tolerably well for an "Old Soul," however, his faithfulness and dedication rivaled that of any member - young or old. His areas of service and titles over the years included Administrative Assistant to the Pastor, Trustee Board Member, Assistant Church Secretary, Sunday School Teacher, Assistant Director for Vacation Bible School, Assistant Coordinator for the Youth Ministry and Administrative Assistant for the St. John District Association and Congress of Christian Education. For the church's children (and those young at heart), his desk was the "spot" for every candy imaginable (with words of wisdom and etiquette lessons on the side)!

This full life came to a close at his home in Greenwood, Mississippi, Friday, January 29, 2021.

Left to celebrate the life and cherish ever loving memories of Nathan Andrew Jackson-McDonald are two sisters: Mrs. Dianne V. Jackson Garnett of Washington, D.C. and Mrs. Barbara Ellen Hill Sandidge of Amherst, Virginia; a host of loving relatives, including a special cousin, Bernice Dennis of Chicago, Illinois; and "communities" blessed by his presence on the campus of Mississippi Valley State University in Itta Bena, MS in the city of Greenwood (LeFlore County), Mississippi, and in the congregation of Providence Missionary Baptist Church.

PLACE OF GRAVESIDE: Parkway Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS

DATE OF GRAVESIDE: 02/12/2021 at 12:00 noon

INTERMENT: Parkway Cemetery, Kosciusko, MS

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THERE ARE NO WORDS OF THE IMPACT THIS HAS ON ME I LOVE YOU AND WILL REJOYCE TO SEE YOU IN THE RESSURECTION.THE DEAD IN CHRIST WILL RISE

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My condolences to the family of Nathan Mc Donald. We worked together at "The Valley" years ago. He was a dear friend and loving co-worker. I will truly miss Big Mack! RIH, Nathan.🙏🏽 D.R. Simon

To the Family of Nathan Jackson: So Sorry to hear of Nathan passing we were Classmate @ Tipton street High, class of 1963. I have light hearted fond memories of Nathen. Many Blessings to the Family Nathan was Special.
Sarah Simpson

Grateful for the richness of his life, the kindness of his heart and the love of his friends, the Family of Nathan Andrew Jackson-McDonald extends its sincerest gratitude to each of you for your loving concern. May the Lord our Savior, who has welcomed Nathan, bless you and yours now and forever more. ~The Family~

I am sending my sympathy and prayers to the family of Nathan Jackson McDonald. My heart goes out to you at this time of sadness. Nathan was a faithful and devoted friend to all schoolmates and colleagues. This world was definitely a better place with his presence. Let us remember.....to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord. Love, peace and blessings! Sallye Ann Winters

My prayers and deepest condolences to Nathan Jackson family and friends. We attend church and school together. Thanks for the memories and cards. Rest In Peace my friend. Tina McFadden

My thought's and prayers will be with Nathan, as he ascends to that loft on High....Lawrence Campbell

My heart is saddened that Nathan is no longer with us. We talked and laughed last summer about childhood memories. We went to church and school together and had planned to meet this summer. My condolences to his family and friends...... Bettye Jean Blumingberg

My high school classmate, Class of 1963, Tipton Street High School. He will always be remembered as a friend who sent Christmas cards with a two-dollar bill, or a box of chocolate candy to many of his classmates. His academic business knowledge and professionalism will always be his legacy. ~Joe & Linda Massey~ Grand Blanc, Michigan

It is with heartful sadness that I write these words.I remember the fun times we had growing up and all the phone calls since then.I will miss you and will always have loving thoughts of you cousin. Love Jerry Jackson

To my Brother Nathan: I will miss you dearly but what is keeping me going is that I will see you in the resurrection, as these are the final days, it won't be long until we are reunited as God word promised us at Acts 5:28,29 & Psalms 37:29 reads. Love, Eldest Sister (Diane Garnett)

My prayers and condolences to Nathan family and friends. I will truly miss Nathan, his cards and calls. we have been friends since he came into our class in the 5th grade. He was a true friend, he was there for me though the good and bad. He supported me during the loss of my mom and brother. I love and miss him. Praying that he had a safe journey to the other side. be at peace my friend..... Laura Dean Hilliard-Howard

Through the years, it was truly a joy to have known you. Our friendship grew out of relatives we shared in common. I shall miss you, especially our daily telephone conversations (three and even four times a day). Your intellectual wit and sometimes crazy demeanor always brightened my day. It is true that "iron sharpens iron". "Thanks for the memories". Rest well, my friend.
Mac O'Neal, Lexington, MS