In Memory

Elba Jackson, Jr. - Class Of 1983

DECEASED ALUM:  ELBA JACKSON, JR. - FHHS CLASS OF 1983

 

We were just informed of the passing of Elba Jackson, Jr., FHHS Class of 1983.

The funeral service was June 10th, 2023.  

Elba was an extremely talented athlete and popular student at Fort Hunt High School and was well-loved in the Fort Hunt Community.  

 

FROM A FACEBOOK POST:

We are heartbroken to share the news that our beloved classmate (1983), Elba Jackson, passed away this morning. For those of us lucky enough to know Elba, he was a fierce competitor on the football field (#75) and wrestling mat, and an incredibly loyal, protective, and wise friend. The best friend you could wish for! Who remembers the Class of 1983 20th reunion, when it seemed as if the entire reunion left the event to meet Elba in the parking lot as he drove in to join the party? He liked to keep a low profile and not create fanfare, but the strength of his character was his calling card and it always did the announcing for him.

Together with his wife, La-Reiphia, Elba built a beautiful family, becoming the quintessential patriarch: an incredibly loved father, grandfather, and uncle.

Elba, you are loved and you are terribly missed.

Both Bryan Davis and I are available for information on the services, and will post updates as soon as we get them

 

 

- Our thanks to Kathy Allen-Glenn (FHHS '85) for letting us know.