Richard B. Jackson July 26, 1931 - November 22, 2009
Richard B. "Kermit" Jackson, 78, a lifelong resident of Greenfield, passed away Sunday, November 22, 2009 at the Golden Living Center Brandywine.
He was born July 26, 1931 in Greenfield, IN and was the son of the late Connie and Dorothy (Brooks) Jackson.
Dick was a member of St. Michaels Catholic Church of Greenfield, co-owned and operated Pennys Florist Shop, was a member of the Greenfield Kiwanis Club, the Greenfield Elks Lodge #1720 and former volunteer Fire Fighter for over 25 years with the Greenfield Fire Department.
He is survived by his wife of 29 years, Penny (Serio) Jackson of Greenfield; daughter Denna (Ken) Gundrum of Greenfield; brother, Clyde "Andy" Jackson of Greenfield; niece, Connie Jackson; nephew, Todd Jackson (daughter, Lauren); grandchildren, Angie (David) White; Kevin (Susan) Gundrum; Kenny Gundrum; great-grandchildren, Zo and Quinn White.
He was preceded in death by a son, Eddie Cuvellier and daughter, DeeAnn Arwood.
Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 28, 2009 at St. Michaels Catholic Church, Greenfield with Father Severin Messick O.S.B. officiating. Burial will follow at Park Cemetery, Greenfield. Friends may call Friday, November 27, 2009 from 4:00 until 8:00 p.m. at Stillinger Family Funeral Home, Pasco Chapel, Greenfield.
Memorial contributions may be sent to the Alzheimers Association Greater Indiana Chapter, 50 East 91st Street Suite 100 Indianapolis, IN 46240.
Comments We always remember Dick as a kind and gentle man. We will miss him greatly. He was a wonderful patron to our restaurant. " The Employees of Jim Dandy Restaurant
Jim Dandy Restaurant - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Dear Penny and Andy, We just wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and that you are in our prayers. Dick was one of the finest men I had the privelege to " know most of my life and to call a friend, from the days of passing his newspaper to the fire station on North Street. Peter and Brenda Wilson
Peter Wilson - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Linda (Jackson) Briant - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM " Dear Penny and Denna; You have been in our thoughts all day. I am so thankful I was able to spend a little time with Dick and give a few smooches. I will be out of " town Friday and Saturday but my heart will be with you! I love you! JEannine
Bud and Jeannine Gray - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Sincerest sympathy to the entire family in your loss. Dick always brightened the room when he came into Long's Florist Supply to pick up merchandise. You all mean a lot " to us.
Ray Heilman - November 21, 2011 at 04:54 PM
Penny, we are very sorry for your loss. Dick was a great person who loved live and you more than anything. Hope to see you in couple weeks. " The Fox Family