Doris Jackson

Doris Elizabeth Martin Scruggs Jackson, beloved widow of Reverend Lawrence Jackson, peacefully passed away on April 27, 2024. Born in Boiling Springs, NC on October 17, 1929, Doris was the cherished daughter of Lawrence Vester Martin and Lizzie Modine Wesson.
 
Doris leaves behind a legacy of love and devotion through her children: Rose Brown, Martha Mahaffey (Vance), John Jackson (Susan), and Daniel Jackson (Kay), her grandchildren: Jim, Zackary, Nikolas, Elisabeth, Sarah, Lela, John Robert, Eva, Lee, and Kolbyn, 7 great-grandchildren, and her sisters: Hester Haynes, Marie Jones, and Ruby Dethmann.
 
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Carl Scruggs, a daughter, Carleen Scruggs, and her brother, James Martin.
 
Doris dedicated her life to serving others, working as a nurse's aide at St. Luke’s Hospital in Tryon, NC, and lending her talents as a seamstress. She was a pillar of strength as a pastor's wife, Sunday school teacher, and a source of unwavering support to her family. Known for her infectious laugh, southern drawl, and quick wit, Doris will be remembered fondly by all who knew her.
 
A celebration of Doris's life will be held at First Baptist Church of Landrum on Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to First Baptist Landrum Building Fund in her honor.
 
Doris's departure leaves a void in the hearts of those who loved her, but her spirit will continue to live on in the countless lives she touched with her kindness and grace. May she rest in eternal peace. 

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