SIS. WILLIE
(MOTHER) JACKSON
101 plus Years Old
Article submitted by her granddaughter |
Willie Jones was a fighter from birth. Little Willie stopped being an active child and she This was one of many obstacles |
Ms. Willie Jones gave her life to Christ at a young age and her spiritual connection with the Father became her fuel.
She continued working and feeding the community. When she saw others who were ill, her heart went out to them. She began taking care of them because she knew that it was by the grace of God that she was alive.
Ms. Willie would sing and sometimes even dance for those she helped.
Jumping rope was her favorite.
Although Ms. Willie spent many days assisting others she enjoyed raising her six children: Baby Brother, Pearlie May, Daisy, Walter, Warner and Mel.
Ms. Willie also has over 50 grand and great grandchildren.
She enjoyed raising her two grandchildren Ervin and Tina the most.
Ms. Willie (Mother Jackson) outlived four of her children and all of her siblings.
She was the oldest in her family and was a walking and breathing historian.
She lived by Psalm 23, which she recited December 2, 2012 at Pleasant Zion.
Mother Jackson always continued to spread her love.
At 101 plus years old - she put the “D” in DIVA!
Mother Jackson enjoyed visits from church members, family and friends.
She also enjoyed talking and giving kisses and hugs.
Her church was her true love.
Mother Jackson joined Plesant Zion in 1988 and since then, almost every member adopted her.
Sunday, December 2, 2012
Mother Jackson
was Presented with a Very Special “Recognition Award”
Presentation from Sis. Dorothy McCoy and Pastor A.C. Toney
- on behalf of the Pleasant Zion Missionary Baptist Church -
but also as being an active, dedicated member and her love for Christ.
After gracefully receiving her award; |
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Mother Jackson blessed our church members by singing (Acappella style) ... “I'm On the Battlefield - For My Lord” Just so you know, Acappella is singing a song with no music … ... and also ... Being 101 plus years old and “Clothed in Her Right Mind” Mother Jackson also recited - from memory - in its entirety ... PSALM 23 (unknown fact) She had a slight cold at the time - and did a "Great" job! click to see my Videos |
Another fact that's unknown by many ...
Mother Jackson (even at 101) use to dress herself for church!
And she dressed sharp too! (anonymous commentary)
The Pleasant Zion Missionary Baptist Church Family
was Blessed to be Associated with such Grace and Wisdom as "Mother Jackson" exhibited;
We Will Always Remember and Love Her !!!
