Robert John Jackson, affectionately known as Bobby, was born on September 14, 1949, at Grace New Haven Hospital to Peggy and John Jenkins. He was raised by his stepfather, Mr. George Dennis Jackson, and spent his entire life in New Haven, Connecticut.
Bobby graduated from James Hillhouse High School in 1969, where he participated in many sports. He enjoyed a fulfilling career, working for the Greater New Haven Transit, the Hamden Department of Motor Vehicles, and the New Haven Fire Department for 27 years. After relocating to Charlotte, North Carolina, he continued to serve his community by working for the Parks Department and The University of North Carolina at Charlotte.
A dedicated member of Rockwell A.M.E. Zion Church, Bobby was an active participant on the Usher Board and sang in the Men’s Choir. He also loved coaching, having spent time coaching Pop Warner Football and both boys’ and girls’ basketball. Bobby had a deep passion for sports, both as a player and a fan, and his favorite heroes were Muhammad Ali, Jim Brown, Richard Pryor, and Fred Sanford. His favorite football team was the Oakland Raiders!!
Bobby is survived by his loving wife, Christine Jackson; his daughters Alizabeth M. Jackson and Amber Jackson; his step-daughter, Rachel McGlothen and step-son Marvin Davis; his grandchildren, Aryk (Ashley) Jackson, Ebonie Vaught, Chea Coy, and Atlanta Coy; his great-grandson, Amari Jackson and bonus great granddaughter, Meagan Jackson; his son-in-law Terry Vaught; his sisters Diane (Carl) Dixon, Georgiana Bradley, and Donna Torres; his brothers Dennis (Bena) Jackson and Donald Broadnax Jr. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, and friends who will miss him dearly.
Bobby was predeceased by his mother, Peggy Broadnax, and his stepfather, Mr. George Jackson.
A celebration of Mr. Jackson’s life and legacy will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024, at 11:00 A.M. at Bible Gospel Center, 143 Leeder Hill Dr., Hamden, followed by the burial in Evergreen Cemetery, New Haven. A viewing will be held at the church from 10:00-11:00 A.M.
The service will be live-streamed at: https://www.facebook.com/events/496421672796256/
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Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Bobby. I met Bobby decades ago coaching youth football in New Haven. But far beyond coaching the sport, he was such a positive influence on the lives of young people (most now are grandparents). He always was kind and paid attention to the needs of others.
Truly a life hero
Bobby was a great person who I had the pleasure of knowing and working side by side with. RIP my brother God has gained an amazing man.
My condolences to his entire family. You will be missed Bobby. Continue to rest in paradise.
My sincerest condolences and prayers for the family’s sustained strength and comfort.😍🙏🏾🙏🏾
A good man gone and will be greatly missed….I knew him for a long time….nothing but positive thoughts
To Jackson Family: Sending words of comfort on passing of your lost.Bobby was quite person loved his fireman 👨🚒 duties along with doing floors .Bobby belong to Elk’s here in New Haven would joint the bro’s doing various functions,had 😊loved his jazz music 🎶 Will Downing and liked working with the youth.his best buddy Ronnie Diggs going miss his buddy. Along with other buddies from brookside.Now finishing his firefighter’s duties will go home among family and friends teaching fire safety .May his soul SIP my friend.
Bob was a good brother and athlete in high school and the community—my condolences to the family.
To the Jackson family, so sorry for your loss. Bobby was always good to my boys, he was really an uncle to them . I remember that he loved to coach and taught the kids hiw to be more athletic .He also was a great photographer. He will be miss. Our sincere condolences to you all!! Love, Cynthia Erkard Christopher
Rest. in Peace my good Brother 🙏🏾
To the Jackson Family:
I would like to express my sincere condolences and my deepest sympathies for your loss. I remember Bobby as a dedicated member of the fire service. May God Bless you and Keep you during this time of sorrow. May He wrap His everlasting arms around you and give you peace. Rest In Peace!
Dear Jackson Family,
Sorry for your loss .Deepest sympathy 🌹
We are sending our deepest sympathy and condolences for your loss.. Always remember that “Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal”
Bobby was a well known person who had many qualities he was a member of the Rockwell AME ZION church usher board, he song with the men’s at the church, he did what ever he could when. I called him my brother ,and a friend. Don’t forget he loves to dance, and he also was very funny. Bobby will be miss.
To the Jackson family, May God bless Bobby’s soul and sincerest condolences to his family and friends. Good man and God always takes the best.
I meet brother Bobby about 10 years ago and we connected we serve together in ministry we had some powerful conversations about life his character was so beautiful all I can say is that I will miss brother Bobby.