
February 4, 2009 ~ May 16, 2020
Jackson Elliott Dills, 11, passed away Saturday, May 16, 2020.
Graveside Service will be 2:00 PM, Thursday, May 21, 2020 at Crossroads Baptist Church Cemetery, with Pastor Larry May officiating. The body will lie in state from 3:00 to 7:00 PM on Wednesday, May 20, 2020 at Kennedy Funeral Home. Due to COVID 19 no family visitation is planned. If you would like, please bring a chair for your use at the graveside service.
Jackson was a loving young man that enjoyed life everyday. He was a good student and enjoyed being recognized for his achievements. Jackson was known for having a big heart and was concerned for others first. He was a loving son and brother; he especially enjoyed spoiling his little sister. Like his father, he enjoyed being outdoors, doing anything that his father was doing. Jackson was also a very friendly person and he liked to play video games with his family and friends. Jackson was a son of the late Justin Elliott Dills; and was preceded in death by grandfather: Cecil Wayne Dills, Jr.; great grandfather: Leroy Jackson.
Jackson is survived by his mother: Stacey; sisters: Madison, Journey; grandmothers: Deborah Dills Lee, Lorie Duncan; step grandfather; Johnny Lee; great grandmother: Shirley Jackson; aunts, uncles and many friends.
Jackson continues to give the gift of life through organ donation.
Memorials may be made to the family to assist with final expenses.
Kennedy Funeral Home is honored to serve the Dills Family.
Online condolences may be made at www.pinesfunerals.com
Stacy and family, I am so sorry for you unthinkable losses. Praying for you.
Stacy and family, I am so sorry for your unthinkable losses. Praying for you.
Shirley I am so sorry about this I know your heart is broke,many prayers for your healing I love you!!!!
I will still love you and your mom and sister.
God peace, beyond understanding.
Pastors Larry & Linda Sue May
I’ll always remember Jackson as that respectful, hardworking, smart, kindhearted, easy going student, and someone who got along well with everyone. He was one of those students that you love to have in your class, and because he was one of “my kids”, he will always hold a special place in my heart. He will be missed so much by all those who knew him.
My prayers are with Stacey and the rest of the family. I pray the Lord would bring continued strength and comfort during this time.
I’ll always remember Jackson as that respectful, hardworking, helpful, smart, kindhearted, easy going student, and someone who got along well with everyone. He was one of those students that you love to have in your class, and because he was one of “my kids”, he will always hold a special place in my heart. He will be missed so much by all those who knew him.
My prayers are with Stacey and the rest of the family. I pray that the Lord would give you all continued strength and comfort during this time.
Debbie, Shirley, and family,
We are so sorry for the terrible tragedy in your family. Please know that you are in our prayers as you face difficult days ahead. Remember that God is a very present help in the time of trouble. Cecil and Debbie Reeder
Since my retirement, I’ve had the privilege of volunteering at RES the past couple of years. I’m pleased and thankful that I had the opportunity to see Jackson again as a fifth grade in my daughter’s classroom. When I visited, Jackson would always run up to me with the biggest smile and hug and say he was glad I came. I was pleased to see just a taller version of the sweet little boy I once knew in second grade and still loved, and I could still see that he had that same passion to help others in need.
His sweet demeanor, excellence in academics, and his kindness to his teachers and classmates have left a lasting impression.
To Stacey and all the family, I pray the Lord will give you strength, comfort, and peace at this most difficult time.
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Stacey and all the family, and I pray for continued strength and peace for you all.
Roger , Lilac , Shalana , Cheyenne