Barbara Jackson, born in 1918, spouse of Leslie Jackson, mother of Wa, Issaquah, Robin, Victoria, Patricia, Oakville and Peter, died on December 10, 2007 at 89 years old. Please consult the obituary here:
JACKSON, Barbara Mollie Barbara Mollie Jackson of Victoria, B.C. passed away on December 10th, 2007 after a short illness. She was in her 89th year. She leaves to cherish her memory her loving family: husband Leslie to whom she was married over 68 years; children Peter Jackson (Nancy-June), Oakville, ON, Patricia Jackson, Victoria, BC and Robin Bentley (Ross), Issaquah, WA; grandchildren Simon-Peter Jackson (Angela), Matthew Jackson and Michelle Bentley; great-grandchild Tessa Jackson; first cousin Thelma Fea and many dear relatives and friends. Born in Victoria, B.C., Barbara was a naval wife to Leslie for 32 years of their lives together, living on both Canadian coasts and many places in between, managing the home with aplomb while he was at sea. In the 1950s, she began working outside the home as a bookkeeper and executive secretary until 1978. She enjoyed retirement homes in Elgin, ON, North Port, FL and finally, Victoria. Throughout her life, Barbara loved to dance, play bridge and travel. She was a skilled badminton player in her youth and always enjoyed swimming. Barbara was a devoted wife and mother who made her family's needs her top priority; she was proud and protective of them. Barbara enjoyed her role as hostess for any kind of gathering, had a keen sense of humour, was a talented cook and a great conversationalist. She was a thoughtful person and an excellent correspondent, keeping in touch over many years with friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations to The Victoria Hospital Foundation (Royal Jubilee) or a charity of your choice will be gratefully accepted. She will live in our hearts forever. 431662
On December 15, 2007 (The Times Colonist, British Columbia)
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