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BORN
1956
DIED
2025
Herbert Jackson Obituary
Born on February 12, 1956, Herb was a graduate of St. Christopher's School and the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill where he was a member of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity.
Born and raised in Richmond, he spent many years in the Durham and Raleigh, North Carolina areas before moving back to Virginia. Herb worked in the financial services sector for most of his career.
He was preceded in death by his father, Herbert W. Jackson III. He is survived by his mother, Elizabeth "Betsy" Jackson Parrish; his brother, Henry G. "Hal" Jackson (Claire); his sister, Elizabeth Wood Jackson; and nieces and nephews.
A man with a kind heart, ready smile, and joyful laugh, Herb found enjoyment in the beauty of nature, whether in a duck marsh, on a mountaintop, or at the beach. In his younger years, he enjoyed woodworking and channeled his creative side by making furniture. Herb also had a passion for fly fishing and enjoyed cooking – especially wild game dinners for family and friends.
A private family service will be held in Richmond, Va. at a future date.
Memories and Condolences
for Herbert Jackson
6 Entries
Bruce Hall
October 12, 2025
I want to give my sincere condolences to Shannon , Betsy , Hal and Claire and nieces / nephews .. My prayers will hopefully give you some comforts ,..
Sincerely
Bruce Hall
Susan Armstrong
October 8, 2025
Herb and Shannon were neighbors for several years and loved kidding Herb. He was a good sport and always a smile. An so glad I knew him in happy times
Peter Reichenstein
October 8, 2025
My heartfelt condolences to the family
Steve McGehee
October 6, 2025
Herbert and I were classmates at St. Christopher's School for many years. I remember him as a kind, extremely funny, and gifted individual. To the family--especially his mom--I extend my most sincere condolences. May Herbert rest in peace and rise in glory.
Lisa Powell family
October 6, 2025
Shannon,
I am heartbroken for you and both your families. Let´s try and visit when things calm down?!
With love,
Lewis, Lisa, Emily, Hannah and Luke
Douglas Dupont
October 5, 2025
Herb and I were friends and fraternity Brothers for 4 years at the University of North Carolina at chapel Hill. He and I lived right across the hall from each other in Grimes dormitory my freshman year. We spent more time together going out various places than we did in our dormitory ; loved him as a friend and a great guy. My condolences to the family. He was a real gentleman. Doug DuPont
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