Dr. Ronald Lee Jackson, born September 27, 1950 in Lumberton, NC, passed away on Monday, April 11, 2022, surrounded by his family.

Ron is the son of the late Esther and Kennith Jackson of Lumberton, NC and he is survived by his wife of 48 years, Rebecca Jackson; his two children, Kennith Jackson (Pringle) and Risha Doster (Stokes); five grandchildren: Alden and Frances Jackson and Stokeson, Collins, and Parker Doster; and his sister, Pam Bodiford.

Ron attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where he graduated with a degree in Political Science. Shortly after graduation he and Rebecca moved to San Diego, California where he attended law school at Western State University and received his Juris Doctor degree. Ron was an ardent supporter of underrepresented groups and used his expertise in law to advocate for migrant farm workers through the California Rural Legal Assistance program. After several years of practicing law, Ron and Rebecca moved to Atlanta where he attended Emory University and received his Ph.D. in Philosophy. Ron spent the remainder of his career as a professor of Philosophy at Clayton State University. He retired as Professor Emeritus.

Ron is remembered by his family and friends as someone who was infinitely loving, kind-hearted, and attentive. He was a wonderful husband, like a brother to his extended family, and a doting grandfather, known as "Didz" to his grandchildren who loved his silly side, who he adored and loved to spend time with, especially at Holden Beach. He had a deep knowledge of world affairs, loved music, and was a champion of environmental causes. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of sports and was especially passionate about Tar Heel basketball.

The family will receive friends and loved ones prior to the service on Friday, April 15, 2022, from 10:00-10:45 AM at Floyd Memorial Chapel, 809 E. 5th Street in Lumberton, NC. Following the visitation, a funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM with Rev. William Gentry officiating.

Burial will follow at Meadowbrook Cemetery in Lumberton, NC.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Trees Atlanta: https://www.treesatlanta.org/support-us/tributetree .