David Eugene Jackson Obituary (1963 - 2019)

David Eugene Jackson, 56, of Emington, formally from Alsip, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2019, at 12:11 p.m. at his residence due to complications from advanced lung cancer. Private family services at a later date. Duffy-Baier-Snedecor Funeral Home, Pontiac, is in charge of arrangements. David was born June 24, 1963, in Berwyn, IL to Eugene and Marilyn (Dietritch) Jackson. On October 30, 1993, at the age of 30, David married his wife, Rochelle "Shelly" (Louise) in Millboro, VA. She survives along with their sweet dog and constant companion, Bonne. He often said "She saved my lonely life." He loved her very much. They spent 25 years living in rural Emington. Also surviving are his sister, Shari (Bruce) Byrom of Jackson County, MO and nephew, Jacob Byrom of Bourbonnais, IL He was preceded in death by his parents and his "best dog ever", Belle. David graduated from Dwight D. Eisenhower High School. He worked as a maintenance electrician for many years with Fleetwood Systems in Bolingbrook, IL. David was a "Jack of All Trades" in that he could fix just about anything. David loved living out in the country. He was a man who found solitude in nature. He spent many years enjoying the outdoors, fishing, deer hunting and golfing. David was whip smart and quick witted. He loved to learn. He taught himself and mastered many hobbies, including building remote control airplanes. There was not a thing he couldnt learn if he set his mind to it. David had a wicked sense of humor and laugh. Although known for being stubborn, he was clever and punny. Online condolences may be made to the family at duffyfuneralhome.com or visit us on Facebook.