Mr. Bobby Jackson Jr.

Bobby Lee Jackson, Jr., affectionately known as “Jack,” kept life on a cool, calm, and steady beat. Born on February 4, 1951, in Opelika, Alabama, to the late Bobby Lee Jackson, Sr. and Odessa (Oliver) Jackson, he was the youngest of three children and grew up surrounded by faith, family, and a deep love for music. On Monday, November 3, 2025, after a lengthy illness, Bobby joined the heavenly drumline in the sky. Bobby was educated at JW Darden High School. After graduation in 1969, he enlisted in the United States Air Force. During his 14 year military tenure, Bobby earned several awards, including the Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon, the NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon, the Good Conduct Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal, to name a few. While stationed at Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Delaware, fate introduced him to the beautiful Stephanie Rojean Wilson as she rode her bike through a local park. Captivated by her grace and smile, he introduced himself, and soon, their hearts found harmony. Bobby married the love of his life, Stephanie, on February 5, 1979. Their family song grew stronger as they welcomed their daughter Tia on September 26, 1979 and Bobby lovingly adopted Stephanie’s young daughter, Tarra, on February 14, 1980. Together, they formed a tight-knit quartet of love, laughter, and loyalty. Through tours in Korea, Washington state, Alaska, and being stationed at Hickam Air Force Base in Oahu, Hawaii, and Dyess Air Force Base in Abilene, Texas, Bobby was honorably discharged from the Air Force as an Airplane Mechanic in 1986. After his Air Force career, Bobby was employed as an Automotive Technician spanning over 30 years across Delaware and Georgia, retiring from Dekalb County Georgia. Bobby’s rhythm found its truest expression when he joined Calvary Baptist Church in Dover, Delaware. He became the heartbeat of Calvary’s music ministry, playing drumsets and congas, for the “Mighty Men of Song” and other choirs. After relocating to Atlanta, Georgia, he joined Elizabeth Baptist Church, keeping the beat of praise alive through worship with his family. Upon returning to Opelika, Alabama, he joined Oak Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Auburn, Alabama, where his drumsticks and conga beats once again lifted spirits and filled the sanctuary with joy. A gifted craftsman and creative soul, Bobby built complex sound systems and handcrafted string art portraits and lighting for family and friends. He was the family’s unofficial DJ and master of ceremonies at family gatherings, ensuring the good times never stopped. Whether it was uptempo records by James Brown and Earth Wind & Fire booming on a Saturday morning or Sade and Atlantic Starr playing late into the night, Bobby made sure there was always music in the house and love in the air. In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 37 years, Stephanie Rojean (Wilson) Jackson; his brother, Charles Lee Barrow; his sister, Katie Maud Wilson; and his brother-in-law, Vonnie Marion Wilson. Carrying on his legacy are his daughters, Tarra Rojeana Jackson of Bear, Delaware and Dr. Tia LeJean Jackson (husband, Jabar Truitt) of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; grandchildren, Roger-DeSean Lee Jackson of Wilmington, Delaware, Saniya Lee Jackson-Truitt of Washington, D.C., and Jaxson Adam Truitt of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; nephews, Victor Wilson (wife, Wanda) of Shreveport, Louisiana, and John Patrick Wilson (wife, Vickie) of Dallas, Texas; brother-in-law, R. Darrell P. Wilson (wife, Katrina) of Milford, Delaware; brother-like best friend, James Ellis (wife, Beverly) of Atlanta, Georgia; sister-like cousin, Ruby Sue Baker of Auburn, Alabama; devoted partner, Darlene Maddox of Opelika, Alabama; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, family members, church members, and friends. Bobby’s rhythm may have quieted here on Earth, but his beat lives on in every heart he touched, every song he played, and every life he lifted. His life reminds us that love—like music—never dies; it simply changes key.

Mr. Bobby Jackson Jr.

February 4, 1951 - November 3, 2025

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Mr. Bobby Jackson Jr.

February 4, 1951 - November 3, 2025

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