Richard V. Jackson, age 90, of Columbus passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on August 21, 2022. He was preceded by his daughter, Theresa Ann; father and mother, Emery and Nellie Jackson; brother, Robert Jackson; sister, Jeannie Hensley and son-in-law, Bryan Mulford.
Richard is survived by his wife of 65 years, Jean; children: Tina Reed, Mark (Jen) Jackson, Mario (Vicki) Jackson, Lisa Mulford, Amy (Ron) Estepp, Mara (Dave) Covington and Richard (Nikki) Jackson; 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Richard was a Korean War veteran and a graduate of The Ohio State University in 1958. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed gambling, hunting and fishing. His personality was larger than life and he will be dearly missed by all that knew him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to AutismSpeaks.org or Nationwide Children's Hospital.
A private service will be held by the family.
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