Minnie Marie Josey Jackson January 9, 1917 - January 7, 2011 Biography Marie Jackson, 93, died Friday, January 7, 2011 in a Cameron hospital. Memorial services were held Sunday, January 9, 2011 at the First Presbyterian Church in Cameron with Rev. Doug Budd officiating. Mrs. Jackson was born January 9, 1917 in Benchley to Lee and Minnie (Allen) Josey. She graduated from Hearne High School and then attended St. Edwards Nursing School in Cameron. She married F. E. Jackson on October 12, 1939 and he preceded her in death in 1990. After graduating from Nurses school she worked as a private duty nurse. Later, she worked for several local doctors and then went to work as a school nurse in 1955. After retiring from the school she worked for the Milam County Health Department. She was a member of the First Presbyterian Church, where she had taught Sunday school and served as an elder of the church. She had served on the board of the Cameron Thrift Shop. Two grandsons, John Dale Davenport and James Lee Davenport and 5 siblings also preceded her in death. Survivors include: 3 daughtersFrances (Fran) McGuire & husband Nick of College Station Josey Davenport & husband Billy of Rosenberg Barbara Crane & husband Andy of College Station NieceGeorgie Jackson of Cameron 4 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church or charity of donors choice. Facts Born: January 9, 1917 Death: January 7, 2011 Guestbook Share your thoughts and memories in the guestbook. Sign the guestbook Read the guestbook Memorial Networks™ Partner Provider: Memorial Solutions , All rights reserved.