JACKSON, John L. “Bud” – Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday August 16, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Hope Marilyn Jackson (nee Warner) (Feb 2025) for 70 years. Loving father of Victoria Beaulieu (Romeo), Judi Rung (Mike), Joan Slade (Mike), and Mary Lynn Janzen (late Mike).
He also leaves behind his precious grandchildren, Johnathan (Kristine), Matthew, Derek, Chad (Jen), (John Michael deceased), Jesse, Shawn (Lisa), Chad (Rebecca), Mickey (Ashley), Marty (Mindy), Michelle (Rob). Great grandchildren, (Lily deceased), Zhane, Vance, Dax, Benjamin, Nathan, Andrew, Emerson, Eloise, Mason, Veanna, Liam, Sophia, (Sloan deceased), Noah, Ethan, Jack, Archie, Greyson, Hunter, Katie, and Claire.
Dearest brother of Audrey Ebbinghaus (late Don) and sister-in-law Janet Jackson (late Bill), and sister-in-law Susan Warner. Predeceased by his parents Earl and Lena Jackson, and his in-laws Thomas and Phyllis Warner. Also leaving behind many nieces and nephews.
Bud was a lifetime farmer but always said his greatest accomplishment was raising his 4 daughters. He opened a retail dress shop called The Petite Shoppe, something he did for his girls. He enjoyed his time as Past Master Leamington Masonic Lodge #290. Past District Deputy Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Canada, Province of Ontario. Member of Windsor Valley Scottish Rite (past TPGM). Member of Royal Arch Masons (Past First Principle). Member of St. John Conclave #11. Past President & Member of Mocha Temple & Sun Parlor Shrine Club. He was the recipient of the Grand Masters Meritorious Award as well as the York Rite Gold Cross Honor Service Award.
Cremation has taken place. Visiting at Reid Funeral Home & Reception Centre, 14 Russell Street, Leamington (519-326-2631) Wednesday August 20, 2025 from 7-9 pm. (Masonic Service held at 7:30). Memorial Service to celebrate Bud’s life will be held at the funeral home on Thursday August 21, 2025 at 11 am.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations can be made to Leamington Lodge #290 or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Family and friends are invited to share their words of comfort at www.reidfuneralhome.ca.
Memories and notes of condolence may be shared at Reid Funeral Home.
