GEORGE W. JACKSON (Longtime member of the Bradford Lions Club, Local Historian, Active Member of BWG Local History Association) Peacefully passed away, surrounded by his family at York Central Hospital, Richmond Hill on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. George Jackson of Bradford in his 86th year. Beloved husband of the late Helen (Crosier). Loving father of Robert (Nancy), Richard (Nancy) and William (Lorri). Dear grandpa of Michael, Daniel (Chunlee), Kate (Tom), Jeffrey (Chrissy), Greg and Dave (Lizzie). Dear great-grandpa of Ava and Riley. Dear brother of Ann (Maurice) Crawford, Elizabeth (Robert) McQuillan and Douglas (Margaret). George will also be fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews. Special thanks to Dr. Charest for his compassionate care. Friends may call at SKWARCHUK FUNERAL HOME, 30 Simcoe Road, Bradford (1-800-209-4803) for visitation on Sunday from 1-4 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Funeral service will be held at the Bradford United Church, 66 Barrie St., Bradford on Monday, October 17, 2011 at 11 a.m. Interment Bond Head United Church Cemetery. Donations to the BWG Local History Association or The Kidney Foundation of Canada would be appreciated.