Mary Grace Jackson, 92, of Flagler Beach, FL passed away April 27, 2016. Grace will be honored at a Graveside Service at Jacksonville National Cemetery, May 5, 2016 at 2:30pm, 4083 Lannie Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218.
Grace was born September 29, 1923 to George and Eronia (Tiner) Armstrong. She graduated from Southside High School in Memphis, TN. Grace met her husband of 62 years, Edward Jackson, Jr. at a USO in Memphis. Grace was by Edward's side throughout his Navy career. She proudly served as President of The Officer's Wives Club in Millington, TN. They were stationed around the country, living primarily in CA. Their last duty was at Cecil Field in FL.
Grace will be remembered as being very sociable. She loved luncheons, parties, and social occasions with her family and friends. Grace was a passionate shop-a-holic! She also enjoyed the beach.
She is survived by her son Preston Jackson (Susan); by her daughter Patti Sinclair (Alan); by her granddaughter Nikki Smith (Jamie); by her great-grandchild Beckett Smith; and by her dear friend Arlene Hoilett. Grace was predeceased by her husband, Edward, in 2010. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Funeral Home Palm Coast.