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Reverend John Jay Jackson, a 35-year-old Caucasian male, was a beloved young Catholic priest in Jackson, Tennessee. He was born on November 12, 1945, in California and had a diverse background, including serving as an Air Force pilot during the Vietnam War and working as a journalist before pursuing the priesthood. Reverend Jackson was known for his empathy, cheerfulness, and dedication to helping others.
On the evening of April 23, 1981, Reverend Jackson was tragically murdered in the re ...Read More
On the evening of April 23, 1981, Reverend Jackson was tragically murdered in the re ...Read More
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Reverend John Jay Jackson
Male
White / Caucasian
Jackson
TN
1981-04-24
35
Reverend
John Jay Jackson
11/26/2025
Forum Posts (3)
I’ve been thinking a lot about the incredible life Reverend Jackson lived before his tragic end. H... ...Read More
10/14/2024
10/14/2024
I’ve been reading up on the murder of Reverend John Jay Jackson, and one detail that stands out to... ...Read More
03/05/2024
03/05/2024
I came across some details about Reverend Jackson's past that I found quite touching and thought-pro... ...Read More
12/12/2023
12/12/2023
