The Legacy Of Irving Jackson, Jr.

Irving Jackson, Jr. was born into his earthly life on June 30, 1947, to the late Irving, Sr., and the late Evelina Jackson, of St. Charles Parish, in Louisiana. He departed his earthly life and entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at New Orleans East Hospital.

As a young teenager Irving had an interest in fast cars and what made them work. That curiosity and knowledge opened the doors for him to become the family’s go-to auto mechanic. He was also a jack of all trades but a Master Auto Mechanic and ASE Certified. There was nothing Irving could not take apart and put back together again.

He was employed at Avondale Shipyard and a Master Automotive Mechanic at B.F. Goodrich, before stepping out on faith and becoming a business owner of I.J. Automotive, in Gretna, LA for over 40 years. His customers, employees, mentees, family, and friends all called him IJ.

Irving accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior and was baptized at New Hope Baptist Church in Gretna, LA. He attended school in the St. Charles Parish Public School System and graduated from George Washington Carver High School.

He met the love of his life, the late Lorraine C. Jackson, from New Orleans, LA. They joined together in holy matrimony in 1966. Their union was blessed with four children: three daughters and one son.

Irving was preceded to eternal rest by beloved family members. He will be reunited with his wife Lorraine C. Jackson: His parents Irving, Sr. and Evelina Jackson; His siblings: Betty Hall, and Andrew Jackson, Sr.; Mother-in-law; Mildred Cannon, Brother in laws: Isaac, Sr., Peter Cannon, Jr., Sterling Foster, Sr., Sister-in-laws: Delores Cannon, Maxine Foster and Godchildren: Bernice Young Daniels and Paul Dellafosse, Jr., Godmother Rita Jackson.

Irving leaves to cherish his beautiful earthly memories: His beloved children: Sharon Jackson, Deon Grissett, Renee’ (Fayard) Lambert and Kentrell Jackson; Six grandchildren: LaShawn Jackson, Brionne Grissett, Tehya Grissett, Cornelius Wilson, Dior Jackson, and Fabian Lambert; Two great grandchildren: Jersee Billizon and Saniyah Wilson; Siblings: Mary Washington, Debra Dellafosse, and Alvin (Pauline) Jackson; Brother-in-laws: Warren Cannon, Sr., Paul Dellafosse, Sr., and Thomas Washington; Sister-in-law; Anna Jackson; God children: David Williams, Lisa (Kenneth) Johnson and a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, other relatives, neighbors, friends and dedicated customers.    

Irving is missed by all who knew and loved him.

Relatives and friends of the family, Pastors, Officers and Members of New Hope Baptist Church and all neighboring churches are invited to the Celebration of Life Service at 10:00am Saturday, November 9, 2024, at New Hope Baptist Church, 434 7th Street, Gretna, LA 70053. Pastor Warren Johnson, Officiating. Visitation from 8:00am until the time of service at the above-named church. Interment New Hope Cemetery, 1257 Lafayette Street, Gretna, LA 70053. Final Arrangements Entrusted to Patrick H. Sanders Funeral Home & Funeral Directors, LLC. 605 Main Street, Laplace, LA 70068. 985-359-1919. “Providing Care & Comfort is Our Highest Mission.”