Nell Jackson Obituary in Yemassee at Young Funeral Home, Inc.

Obituary For Nell Jackson

Precious Memories how they linger and fill our souls: Mrs. Nell M. Jackson, 81, widow of Henry Lee Jackson, transitioned time for eternity on Sunday, August 13, 2023. Nell was the second of seven children born to the late Lillie Mae Washington and Columbus Washington. A native of Hampton County, SC, she was a graduate of the North District Training School, Varnville, SC. Nell resided in Newark, NJ for many years

Her goal was to become a teacher and she received a degree in Early Childhood Development. She loved working with special needs and autistic children. Most importantly, she loved Jesus Christ. She was a member of the Jerusalem Baptist Church, Cummings, SC and while in New Jersey, the Emmanuel Baptist Church, Newark, NJ.

In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by: her son, Henry Lee Jackson; Jr., grandson, Sharif Jackson; sisters, Alethia Boatwright, Mary Ann Moody, Martha Lee Jamison; brothers, Columbus Washington, Jr, and Jay Lee Washington.

A loving mother and grandmother, she was a jewel to her entire family. They will forever miss her but will treasure her essence and Memory.

She leaves to cherish her memory: her children, Mahalia Jackson White, Amehalia Jackson, and Carolyn Washington and Jarave Myers; one sister, Lillie Pearl Washington; grandchildren, Tyeesha (Nadir) White, Tevin (Sophie) Barber, Darren Barber, Dwayne Barber, Akillah Burrows, Shanana Jackson, Yasir Muhammad, Tushmbay (Natasha); nineteen, great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and caring friends, including special friends, Adline Williamson, Warren Williams, Nora Bell Washington, Betty Jean Mims Wooten, and Vernell Holloway.

Visitation: Friday, August 18,2023 5-7 pm in the Chapel of Young Funeral Home, Yemassee, SC.

Funeral Service: Saturday, August 19, 2023, 2:00pm in the Jerusalem Baptist Church, 29 Jerusalem Rd, Early Branch, SC. 29916. Burial in Church Cemetery.

Please Continue to lift our family in prayer that they may rest in the love and assurance of God.

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My heart was saddened to hear of the passing of Cousin Nell. I am from New York and I did not reconnect with my South Carolina Family until the 1990s. My grandmother and Nell's mother were first cousins. I developed an instant connection to Cousin Nell and from the day we met at a Family Reunion in Greenville SC we stayed in touch. I do not care where I moved around the country, Nell found me and gave me a call. I talked with her just a few weeks before she passed. She never complained of her illness. I will truly miss my Cousin Nell. God saw best to call his angel, Nell Jackson, home to rest in perpetual peace. Cousin Nell, I will never forget the love you extended my way. I miss you so much, Cousin Kerima

The families of Nathaniel & Julia Mae Hill of Early Branch,(Early Branch, Hampton, Orangeburg and Varnville)South Carolina sends their sincere condolences and 🙏 🙏 🙏 during your time of loss.
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Sending Condolences to the family of Mrs Nell.She was a Gem.Meeting her at the Yemassee Senior Center bought many joys. She will always be remembered as a kind and friendly gentle individual. Bessie Washington -Ross.

Sending Condolences to the family of Mrs. Nell she was a Gem.Meeting her at the Yemassee Senior Center she brought kindness and a warm Spirit with her.She will missed. It was a pleasure knowing her. She will always be in our thoughts. Rest In Peace.

Cuzin Nellie was ajewel. She was truly a diva in this time. she always deseed so elegantly and everything in place when attending church. We will miss her. Pandrea Wrice and Barbara Young

To the rest of the Jackson Family...Gods Got it,love always Cuzn Yvette and the rest of DeCosta Family!!! May you find peace during this painful time!!!

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