Mr. Donald Peter Jackson of Lousana, Alberta passed away in Edmonton, Alberta on December 11, 2013 at the age of 62 years.
Don was born in Red Deer on April 23, 1951 and raised on the family farm in Delburne. After graduating from Delburne High School, Don joined the Navy. After leaving the Navy, Don worked for a few years in Victoria B.C. where he met and married Pat. Returning home to Alberta, Don eventually started his own business, DJ’s Cat Service. He was well known and respected for his work all around the area.
Donald will be greatly missed by his loving wife Pat, son Dan (Jackie) of Red Deer, daughter Jennifer (Craig) Fraser of Olds Alberta, two grandchildren, Nolan and Camryn Jackson, two brothers, Mahlon (Shirley), Frank (Debbie), and a sister Betty (Ian) Mose, and numerous nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and a brother Lawrence.
A memorial service will be held at Lousana Hall on Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. with Tom Peters officiating.
In lieu of flowers, friends are encouraged to support Canadian Blood Services, consider signing their organ donation card, and/or donate to STARS, U of A hospital, or a charity of their choice. Arrangements entrusted to Heartland Funeral Services, Ltd., Innisfail. Phone: 403-227-0006. www.heartlandfuneralservices.com