Douglas Jackson

Jackson

Douglas L. Jackson, 67, of Ashville, passed away Saturday, January 31, 2009 at his residence. He was born April 11, 1941 in Columbus. Doug was preceded in death by his father, Forest H. Jackson. He was honorably discharged from the Army and Navy. Doug was employed by General Motors (Columbus) for 11 years. After leaving G.M., he worked briefly as a semi-truck driver. In 1981, Doug obtained his position at Central Ohio Transit Authority (COTA), receiving numerous awards for outstanding attendance as well as safety and retiring after numerous years of service. He is survived by his mother, Amazetta (Rutherford) Jackson; loving companion, Judy (Bowen) Shamblin; children, Michelle (Jim) McGuire, Angela (Dan) Stultz and Barbara (Chris) Watkins; brothers, Forest Melvin (Kari) Jackson and Keith Anthony Jackson; sister, Wilma Jean (Gary) Underwood; stepchildren, Robin Bowen, Ronda Shamblin, Ronald Shamblin, Debra McCall and Shawn Shamblin; brothers and sisters-in-law, Linda (Frank) Sciacca and Mike (Nancy) Bowen; seventeen grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Tuesday, February 3, 2009 from 2:00-4:00 and 6:00-8:00 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home SW Chapel, 3393 Broadway Grove City. Funeral service will be Wednesday, February 4, 2009 at 11:00 AM at the funeral home. Interment will be in Asbury Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff at Berger Hospice.



He has lost his battle from cancer, but his determination and strength has given him purpose to all who knew him. He will be remembered for his passion for life and the laughter he bestowed in our hearts. The world is sadder without him. His presence will be greatly missed, but he will live in our souls forever.

"We love you Daddy."