Donald Jackson
September 20, 1965 ~ February 24, 2022
Jackson, Donald, age 56, a lifelong resident of Edgewater, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday February 24, 2022. An active member of the Edgewater community he worked in the maintenance department of Edgewater. A member of the Edgewater Volunteer Fire Department, he served in all capacities including Fire Chief. He was also well known as one of Edgewater's Fire Inspectors. He loved carpentry, model trains and the Jersey shore. An avid Yankees and Cowboys fan he enjoyed debating with Giants fans.
Beloved husband of 9 years to Anastasia (nee: Clarke). Devoted son of the late William and Alice Jackson. Cherished brother of Kathryn Reap and her husband Jerry, Robert Jackson and his wife Theresa, and the late Paul Jackson and his wife Karen. Adored uncle of many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews. Dear son-in-law of the late Ellen Clarke.
The family will receive their friends on Monday 10:00 am – 12:00 pm at the Frank A. Patti and Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home 327 Main Street "opposite the Fort Lee Library". A prayer service will be offered at 12 pm in the funeral home. Following the prayer service a formal Departmental Fall out and honors will be rendered. Cremation will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital. For condolences, directions, or information (201) 944-0100.
Services
Funeral Service: February 28, 2022 12:00 pm
Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Visitation at Funeral Home: February 28, 2022 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Frank A. Patti & Kenneth Mikatarian Funeral Home
327 Main Street
Fort Lee, NJ 07024
Big "D", thank you for being the best part of the Fire Department: Devotion, Unselfishness and Commitment to Service. I will miss you and am glad to know that now, you are at peace and without suffering any longer. Be well my friend! I will see you at the next "Big One"!!
Dennis S.
From Holy Rosary to Bergen Tech to the Fire Department I had many, many opportunities to create and share memories and laughs with you Donald
Your dedication to the service of others made the Department, the Borough, the Mutual Aid, and the world better for your presence.
Once a Chief, always a Chief. Rest in peace Chief!
John R. Brophy
My deepest sympathies to the Jackson family. I have many fond memories of Donald- he was the go to person for advise on installing doors, he was at Randal's Bar with Jackie Peters when my daughter was born- we had a toast together. Remembering all the Dinner Dances, Mutual Aid Picnic's, the Fires where Donald was either pumping or operating the ladder and just conversations together. He had an impact on many people. I along with many others will miss him but his reputation will always be there.
Michael Cioffi
To the Jackson Family, So sorry for the loss of Donald. I did not know him well. Just an hello and rode the school bus to Bergen Tech. He was a year behind me. I know growing up they were a nice family around the block. With sympathy, Kathleen Dame-Fierro & Family.
Dear Donald,
We will miss your laugh, smile and hugs. Rest in peace our dear friend. Until we meet again….
God Bless!
Love,
Marcella, Dennis, Meghan and Jim, Sean and Brendan