Charles "Jack" Jackson
March 4, 1934 ~ November 29, 2020
Charles “Jack” Jackson, 86, Indianapolis, passed away November 29, 2020. He was born March 4, 1934, in Indianapolis, to the late Omer Jackson and Mary Lou (Thompson) Kriner. Charlie had the good fortune of having Bill Kriner as his step-father, who also preceded him in death.
He graduated from Arsenal Technical High School and worked for 20 years for Indianapolis Power & Light. He also owned and operated Indy Carpet for many years. While Jim Wells was serving as the Marion County Sheriff, Charlie became employed at the Marion County Sheriff’s Department. He went back to this work during his retirement years and served as a Quarter Master. He was a longtime and faithful member of St. Barnabas Catholic Church and the Msgr. M. Downey Knights of Columbus Council 3660. He was one of the founders of the Wishing Well Fund. Charlie enjoyed traveling, fishing, and simply loved people. He never met a stranger and will be fondly remembered for his great hugs.
Survivors include his wife of 67 year, Mary (Haessig) Jackson; two daughters, Teresa (Terry) Moore and Kathleen Able; grandchildren, Brandi (Jeff) Waltz, Melissa Simpson, Kris (Cyndi) Able, Katie (Harold) Perkins, Emily (Mike) Swingle; many great grandchildren and great great grandchildren.
Visitation and services will be held privately, in an effort to keep family and friends safe. The family will be extending invitations to those attending. The funeral service will be livestreamed on Friday, December 4, 2020, 11 a.m., by visiting the O’Riley Funeral Home YouTube Channel. Those wishing to attend the committal service outside, are welcome to meet the funeral procession at Noon on Friday at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens, Greenwood. Memorial contributions may be made to pancreatic cancer research. Visit ORileyFuneralHome.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Charlie was in my parents’ wedding; they were lifelong friends! For years my parents, the Jacksons, and my family all went out for breakfast after Sunday morning Masses at St. Barnabas. Charlie was a good man who was always so welcoming to everyone. He will be missed. Mary, we hold you in prayer. Julie (and Greg) Daeger
Charlie was a faithful usher at St. Barnabas. He was always there to help too when we needed a sub. Condolences to you Mary, Kathy, and family.
My dad never met a stranger he loved you all. It is so sad that we cannot all be together to celebrate his life. He wanted a keg at his funeral to have one last beer on Charlie. So next time you have a beer give a toast to my fun loving dad Sure am going to miss him
Kathy I am so sorry to hear of your Dads passing. We are still struggling the loss of Don. Your parents used to go to St Agnes when they lived in Nashville for awhile so h got to know your Dad better. He was such a sweet manߘ˜ Prayers for you and your family ߙϰߙ
Dan and I got to know Charlie through Mary, and his ushering at mass. He always had a smile and hug ready. Mary and Family, how blessed you were to have had him in your lives.
He was always very friendly. I liked talking to him and Mary. So welcoming and easy to get to know. You don’t often find that in people. It is a talent to meet and greet people making them feel welcome. My sympathy to the entire family,
Several years ago when we were in Indy for the NASCAR Race we went to a restaurant near our hotel for dinner. They had really cool beer glasses (Colts). Our friend Karen slipped one into her purse! A few weeks later we got a letter from the “sheriff” telling us they had video of us stealing a glass and driving away in our car (they got the tag number). Of course there was no video, we had walked to the place and your Dad was pranked us! I still have the glass and on Friday I will drink a beer from that glass and toast your wonderful dad!
Mary, Kathy and Terri you are in our thoughts and prayers. Charlie Jack was a great guy. He was always welcoming, gave great hugs and was truly interested in each and every person he met. I remember when you all came to Florida for vacation and stayed on the beach (remember those sun burns girls), spending time at Lake Lemon, spending time with them in Florida when they came to visit my parents and the wonderful weekend we all spent in Washington DC for my parents burial at Arlington. He will be missed by so many who were lucky to know him. May your memories of your husband/father give you all peace and comfort. The angels have a special new friend for sure.
Jack entered my life when I was 6, when he married my cousin Mary. I will always remember his kindness and gentleness to a little girl who so wanted to be a part of the big, boisterous Haessig family. I cherish the memories of Summers in Indiana. RIP Jack.
Dad this is not good bye it’s we will meet again. I miss you terribly already but I know you are in a much better place and with no pain. Whenever someone knew I was your daughter I was always told what a great dad I had, you were always so kind and never knew a stranger (I guess I got that from you as we all know I have the gift to gab and I do my best to be kind) so you set a very good example for me to do what was right. Terry and I will always think of you when we go to the casino if that every happens again, the 4 of us through out the years have had such good times and lots of memories were made. I was told that you are now in heaven playing slots and will never run out of money. I know you knew I loved you and I knew you loved me as well we told it to each other all the time. You will be truly missed by many as being the nicest man who gave the best hugs ever. I love you dad until we meet again your first born who kept you on your toes most of the time. Terri
Jack became a member of our family before I was born. I spent many a weekend with my sister Mary, Jack, Terri & Kathy when I was young. My favorite memories are spending time at Lake Lemon with them, singing songs on the long drive to get there, and anticipating being the first one to see the lake. Jack was kind, caring and a loving husband, father & brother-in-law. He will be missed
My grandpa was the best grandpa he could ever be! He knew my secrets and I knew his! It was an unbreakable bond!! I will miss those toothpick kisses!! My heart is literally broken ߘ”
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
To The Jackson Family; Charley always had a smile and shared many great stories with his brothers at the Knights of Columbus. He will be missed. Please count on our prayers. John Madden Knights of Columbus
Charlie (and Mary) helped me a lot at St. Barnabas. I always loved their company! Charlie was a wonderful man – always friendly and helpful with a good sense of humor!! He’s probably sold some carpet up in Heaven!! I loved him – he was a really wonderful man!!
With deepest sympathy.
I’ve known Jack for my entire life. Their family lived next door to mine. Jack was always so nice to me. Him and Mary felt more like family that friends. I know Jack is with our heavenly father now and is celebrating eternal salvation. R.I.P. Jack. Much love, Karin Miner
Do it Mom is having a good laugh right now
My name’s Kevin Weaver son of Leon and Mary Jane and my brother Mark. I knew Jack and Mary but not closely which was a shame. I heard he was a good man helping any body that needed it. I had met him at a few family functions and of course at other family members funerals. He always had kind words and had a smile on his face. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and Mary and the rest of the family. God Bless
Jack (the name we always called him) came into my life when I was 10. He was the older brother I never had. When he and Mary were going to the drive in, he’d let me tag along and never minded. I went with them to Indiana Beach and to numerous places. When he coached baseball, he let me ride along as the team’s mascot. I could go on and on B but he was truly a great guy and big brother. I will miss him immensely but know he is having a great time reminiscing with all who went before him. Till we meet again, rest in peace and save a place for me. Judy