Jackson, Ellis L. Rev. 1887 - 1948

JACKSON, DANIELS

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Date: 11/21/2011 at 18:36:35

REV. ELLIS JACKSON DIES FOLLOWING A BRIEF ILLNESS

Rites Held Tuesday For Esteemed Akron Baptist Pastor

The community was shocked and grieved when word was given out of the death of Rev. Ellis L. Jackson, pastor of the First Baptist church, at the Akron Hospital late Saturday afternoon, as the result of a heart complication. Becoming ill while at work was taken to the hospital and everything possible done for his relief, but without avail.

Ellis Lindsley Jackson was born in Livonia, New York, March 31, 1887, and passed away September 11, 1948 at the age of 61 years, 5 months and 11 days. He was the eldest of four children born to Thomas H. and Ella Lindsley Jackson. He is survived only by one sister, Mrs. Ethel Daniels, and a nephew, John Elwood Daniels, both of Akron, his wife having passed away here on February 21 of this year.

Ellis Jackson was graduated from Livonia High school and Y.M.C.A. Training school at Springfield, Mass. After a short period in boys work, he entered training at West Point Military Academy. Completing his course at West Point, he served with troops on the Mexican border and later went overseas to serve with the American Expeditionary Forces in France, first with a Gas Defense unit and later in the Hospital corps with the rank of Hospital Sergeant. He was awarded the Purple Heart, having been gassed and wounded. Upon discharge from overseas duty, Sgt. Jackson served some time in Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D. C.

Rev. Jackson received his training for the ministry at Rochester Theological Seminary in New York state from 1920 to 1922.

On April 13, 1922, he was united in marriage with Bertha M. Daniels at Jamestown, New York. Rev. and Mrs. Jackson went to northern Canada directly after their marriage to serve Baptist church fields at Fairfield, Peace River and Red Deer, Alberta, Canada. Rev. Jackson was ordained at Peace River Baptist Church December 11, 1924. He accepted a call to Page, North Dakota, in 1929 and also served several years at Bismarck, North Dakota. From 1940 to 1945 he served churches at Mitchell and Mobridge, South Dakota, coming to Akron in 1945. On September 8, 1948, Rev. Jackson completed three years with Akron Baptist Church.

Rev. Jackson not only ministered well to his own church, but was always ready to help wherever and whenever needed. He was a beloved minister to all who knew him, regardless of their church affiliations and as was evidenced by the expressions of folk in this and surrounding territory. He not only taught the principles which go to make this a better world to live in, but he exemplified these teachings in his daily Christian living. A great reader of the best literature, he was zealous in promoting good reading among the members of his congregation, being very generous in sharing the volumes of his library with members of his church as well as with any other friends who were interested in any of his books.

Rev. Jackson was a member of the American Legion,,having served locally as chaplain of Hoschler Post. He also held life membership in Disabled American Veterans. At the time of his death he was serving as president of the Akron Ministerial group. In connection with his hobby of gardening, he belonged to the South Dakota Federation of Garden clubs and the American Iris society. He was a regular contributor to Horticulture Magazine, under the heading, "Iris Gleanings.'' Through his efforts, the ' church grounds 'have been beautified and well cared for. He loved nature and was a specialist in growing choice varieties of iris, and when these were in bloom their gorgeous colors were a delight to all who saw them.

Rev. Jackson took especially good care of the sick and shut-ins. Calls of the needy were always met with ready response. He also possessed a keen interest in the missionary work. His passing is not only a great loss to the church which he served but to the entire community. Condolence is extended the near relatives in their bereavement.

There was a large attendance at the funeral services held Tuesday at 2:00 p.m. in the First Baptist Church. The sermon was by Dr. S. S. Feldman, of Des Moines, in which he paid splendid tribute to the life, character and service of Rev. Jackson. Organ numbers were by Mrs. V. G. Adams, who also accompanied the Youth choir in singing "Whispering Hope" and "Abide With Me," songs which were also sung at the funeral of Mrs. Jackson. Local ministers attended the services, us well as the following from out of town: Dr. S. D. Huff and Dr. C. Stromme, of Sioux City, and Dr. Leon Nelson, of Hawarden. A delegation was also present from the Le Mars Baptist church. Honorary pallbearers were the Akron Ministerial group, and active pallbearers were: Walter B. Mellen, Walter Young, Alvin Peterson, Clair McCorkell, John Winquist and Hugh Swift. Burial service in Riverside cemetery was in charge of Hoschler Post, American Legion.

Akron Register Tribune pg. 1 and last page
Thursday, September 16, 1948
Akron, Iowa