Clarence Lafayette Jackson

Clarence Jackson, 80, of Searcy, died Wednesday, July 13, 2016. He was born December 5, 1935 in Pottsville, Arkansas, the son of Rayburn and Lucille Jackson. Clarence is survived by his wife, Shirley Jackson; a son, Jerry Jackson of Atkins, Arkansas; two daughters, Cheryl Garrison and husband, Rusty of Russellville, Arkansas and Melody Wilson and husband David of Searcy; one brother, Carroll Jackson and wife Eula of Arkadelphia; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren; and a host of other extended family members. He is preceded in death by his parents; two wives, Mary Jane Jackson and Betty Jane Jackson; and a brother, James Jackson. Clarence served in the United States Air Force for 20 years. After retiring from the Air Force, he owned and operated a TV repair shop and video store in Atkins. He was an avid Razorback football fan. Visitation will be Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Powell Funeral Home of Searcy. Graveside funeral services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at Bowden Cemetery in Atkins, Arkansas. www.powellfuneralhome.net.