Surrounded by her loving family, the death of Gail Catherine Jackson, 82, of Springhill, occurred on Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at the Cumberland Regional Health Care Centre. Born in Springhill, Gail was a daughter of the late John David and Minnie Irene (Tabor) Jackson.
Gail served in the Royal Canadian Air Force from 1953 - 1956. She was well known as a fantastic cook and baker and worked in the food service industry at the high school, All Saint's Hospital, and as a private caterer as well. She loved to visit with her grandchildren and great grandchildren in Lunenburg, and while there, she was a popular figure at the Lunenburg Fire Department, often volunteering her time when she was able.
She will be sadly missed by her son Robin (Brenda) Jackson, Lunenburg; brothers, Grant (Diane) Jackson, Springhill, and Gary (Bonnie) Jackson, Amherst, and David (Sharon Carde) Jackson, Springhill; two grandchildren, Aaron (Jill), Lunenburg and Kelly (Jeremy), Bridgewater; three great grandchildren, Madison, Luca and Jordyn; close friends, Linda, Mary Ellen, Maryanne and Kenny (nephew), as well as several nieces and nephews.
Besides her parents, he was predeceased by a brother, Bill.
Arrangements are under the care and supervision of A.H. Brown Funeral Home, 5 McFarlane Street, Springhill (902-597-2361). Honoring Gail's wishes, there is to be no visitation. Family and friends were welcomed at a graveside service at the Hillside Cemetery, Springhill, on Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at 2 pm followed by a reception at the Springhill Legion.
Donations in memory of Gail may be made to the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 17, Springhill, or a charity of the donor's choice.
Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting Gail's online memorial at www.brownsfuneralhome.com or through the A.H. Brown's Funeral Home Facebook Page.