Avery Jackson

Avery Jackson, 93, of Bourbonnais, formerly of Tennessee, passed away Friday, September 22, 2023. He was born August 7, 1930, in Halls, Tennessee, the son of Jesse and Annie Jackson. Avery was known for tinkering and liked to put things together. He loved working on tractors, motors, and cars. He also enjoyed searching for parts for whatever he happened to be working on at the time, as well as attending farm auctions. Avery liked to garden and feed the squirrels and birds. When he wasn’t busy working on one of his projects, he loved spending time reading his bible, making sure to make notes and highlight the scripture that spoke to him. Most of all he loved spending time with his family. Avery is survived by his children and their spouses, Brenda and Mark Bettenhausen of Tinley Park, Terry and Vicki Jackson of Bloomington, David and Susan Jackson of Bourbonnais; grandchildren, Amy (Jim) Kessler of Tinley Park, Mark (Larissa) Bettenhausen of Aurora, Terry James Jackson of Bloomington, Richard Jackson of Bloomington, and Kevin (Jaeleigh) Jackson of Tennessee; 8 great grandchildren and 3 siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents, 2 siblings, and his granddaughter, Tammy. Visitation will be held at Jensen Funeral Home, Kankakee on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 3pm to 6pm. Burial will be Wednesday, September 27, 2023 at 10am at All Saints Cemetery, Bourbonnais. Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family.