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Boyd Jackson Jr., 92, of Parkersburg, WV, died Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at his residence. He was born January 22, 1932, in Queens, NY, a son of the late Boyd Jackson, Sr. and Anna (Vogel) Jackson.
He retired from DuPont and was a member of Fairlawn Baptist Church. He was a United States Air Force veteran having served in the Korean War. He was well known in the area for playing his autoharps at various local churches, Blennerhassett Island and Cracker Barrel. He even composed the Blennerhassett Waltz during his time at the island. He enjoyed shooting at the gun range, woodworking, and doing genealogy.
He is survived by his wife of seventy-four years Betty (Summers) Jackson, son Stephen Jackson (Marlene) of Port Charlotte, FL, daughter Lisa Jackson of Parkersburg, seven grandchildren, fifteen great grandchildren, and three great great grandchildren and several nieces and a nephew.
There will be no visitation or service. The family is planning a celebration of life at a later date. Leavitt Funeral Home, Parkersburg is assisting the family with cremation arrangements.