On October 26, 2026, Ms. Annie Mae Jackson peacefully departed this earthly life at Southside Community Hospital in Farmville, Virginia. Born on February 25, 1937, in Appomattox County, Virginia, Annie Mae lived 89 remarkable years filled with faith, perseverance, unconditioned love, and service to others.

Baptized at an early age at Bethlehem Baptist Church, where her father served as a deacon, Annie Mae developed a foundation of faith that remained with her throughout her life.

Annie Mae was united in marriage to James Lewis Jackson, affectionately known as

"Buck." Together, they were blessed with five children. Following her husband's passing in 1973, she devoted herself to raising her children with extraordinary strength, determination,and unwavering love.

A hardworking and independent woman, Annie Mae worked in numerous occupations. However, after 20 years of dedicated service at Thomasville Furniture Company, she retired, only to continue serving her community as a receptionist with H.O.P.E. Development, Incorporated.

Annie Mae was known for her warm smile, gentle spirit, remarkable hospitality, and ability to make everyone feel welcomed and appreciated. Her kindness touched countless lives, and her dedication to others became one of her most treasured qualities.

Annie Mae was preceded in death by her beloved husband, James Lewis

"Buck" Jackson, and three cherished children, Rose Mary Jackson, James Jackson Jr., and Barbara Ann Jackson.

She leaves to cherish her precious memory two loving daughters, Stella Mae Watkins (Martin Watkins) and Judy Jean Bizzell; her beloved twin brother, William

"Bill" Jones; and a host of devoted grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, along with nieces, nephews extended family members and dear friends.