Obituary
Sanford Weldon Jackson age 67, of Amherst passed away, Saturday, August 16, 2003 as a result of a boating accident. Born in Amherst Head, he was a son of Eileen (Smith) Jackson of Amherst and the late Alfred Jackson.
Sanford was employed at IMP Aerospace, Amherst as a Stationary Engineer for 46 years. He loved rebuilding old engines and antique cars and was an avid participant of the Antique Mechanical Fair in Amherst.
Sanford had several friends whom he enjoyed sharing his knowledge of antiques and engines. He loved bluegrass music and enjoyed bluegrass festivals.
He was a dear friend to all and loved his family.
He is survived by his wife the former Donna Wheaton, daughters Joyce (Wendell) Hollis, Beatrice Marks and Bonnie Mae (Rennie) Bugley all of Amherst, son Donald (Annette) Jackson of Amherst, brothers Mayhue (Ruby) of Grande Cache, Alberta, Carman (Jean) and John (Dianne) both of Amherst, Bruce (Cindy) of Galatia, Illinois, U.S.A., and Brian (Gwen) of Fenwick, sisters Brenda (Reginald) White and Judy (Bliss) Baker both of Amherst, Jocelyn Jackson of Moncton, Patricia (Garth) Gates of Truro, Starr (Robin) MacLean of Strathcona and Wanda Thorburn of Petawawa, Ont., many grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, uncles and aunts.
Sanford was predeceased by his father Alfred by 9 years, infant daughter Doris (Dolly) Marie and a sister Gwenda by 43 years.
Cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday at 2 p.m. from Campbell's Funeral Home, 98 Church St., Amherst with Rev. Danny Compton officiating. Interment will take place in the Head Of Amherst Cemetery. Donations in his memory may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.
Refreshments will be served after the service at 19 Cornwall St., Amherst, N.S.
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1935 - 2003 (67 years)
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