Donnie "D.J." Jacks

1955 - 2013

Donnie "D.J." Jacks obituary, 1955-2013

BORN

1955

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Smith Memory Chapel

755 Atlanta Hwy., SE

Winder, Georgia

Donnie Jacks Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 20, 2013.

Donnie "D.J." Jacks, age 57, of Winder, GA and formerly of Oxford, AL, passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2013. He was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Jackson Jacks. Donnie is survived by his wife, Joyce Jacks of Winder; his father, James Lonzo (Pansy) Jacks of Rainbow City, AL; two sons, Jason and Ross Jacks, both of Winder; a brother, Ricky (Tammy) Jacks of Oxford, AL; a sister, Mellody (Joe) Rice of Oxford, AL; and two grandchildren, Tucker and Levi Jacks of Winder. The family will receive friends from 6-9:00 pm at Smith Funeral Home, Winder, on Friday, June 21, 2013. The funeral service will be held in the chapel of Smith Funeral Home on Saturday, June 22, 2013, 2:00 pm, with Reverend Ted Tedder officiating. The burial will follow the service at Barrow Memorial Gardens, Winder. Smith Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

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June 26, 2013

Scott Patrick

Dear Joyce and family,

I am so sorry to hear about Donnie's passing. I just viewed all of the photos that are posted here and I see a man who loved his family and knew too, that he was also dearly loved! What greater happiness is there until we realize the blessings that are known only in Heaven. May God's Grace and Peace be with you all, now and always.
My heartfelt sympathy,

Scott Patrick~

June 23, 2013

Patsy Goodrich

Joyce,
Please accept my thoughts of sympathy in the loss of your husband.

June 21, 2013

Wendell & Betty Dawson

Joyce,
We are saddened by your loss. May God be with you and your family.

June 21, 2013

Beth Daniel Diggs

Jacks family,
I have many fun memories during our younger years spent with Donnie & our gang who hung out together in Oxford. He will always be remembered as one of my dear friends.
I am so sorry for his passing leaving many hearts broken. My prayers are with each of you during this difficult time.

June 21, 2013

WENDELL AND LYNN SIMS

June 21, 2013

Dear Joyce,

I'm so sorry to hear about your husband. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless and keep you during this trying time.

Patricia Beckman

June 21, 2013

Debbie Davis

So sorry to hear bout Donnie havent seen him in years but he was still my cuz . Love yall and thinking about yall

June 21, 2013

Barbara & Clifton Shedd

Our sincere sympathy for your loss. You are in our thoughts & prayers.

June 21, 2013

The Nettles Family

Please accept our most sincere condolences. We hope you find comfort in knowing that God feels your exact pain (Isaiah 63:9). Take care.

June 21, 2013

My deepest condolence, may God draw close as you draw close to him at this time of trial, and may tender memories bring comfort in the days to com.(James4:8)

June 21, 2013

Wanda Kirkland-Sanders

Ricky, I'm sorry that you lost your brother. May GOD bless you and your family at this time and forever.

June 21, 2013

Smith Memory Chapel, Inc.

Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.

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