William L. Jackson

William “Bill” L. Jackson of Lexington, MA (formerly of Winthrop, MA) passed away on July 30, 2023, surrounded by his family. Bill was born in Syracuse, NY on February 15, 1939 to the late James and Jule Jackson, and raised in Quincy, MA. He graduated from Boston College High School in 1956, and earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from the College of the Holy Cross in 1960. Bill served in the Navy from 1960-1962.

He worked at Jordan Marsh Company from 1964 to 1972, where he met the love of his life, Rita. He continued his career in retail, working in merchandising and sales until 2010.

After his marriage in 1972, Bill and Rita settled in Winthrop, MA and raised three children. Later in his life, he and Rita relocated to Lexington, MA to be close to their daughters and grandchildren.

Bill was an avid Boston sports fan, devout Catholic with an unwavering faith, and loved a good party. Bill loved family trips with his wife, children and grandchildren, and loved recounting the beautiful times together in Italy and the Caribbean. One of his favorite places was Cape Cod in the summer, soaking up the sun and swimming in the ocean, and enjoying time with friends and family.

Most importantly, Bill was the most loving husband, father and grandfather, and endlessly devoted to his family. He was the proud Papa to all of his grandchildren, and spent countless hours playing with them as babies and toddlers, and watching them at sports events and dance recitals as they grew older. Bill will be remembered for his genuine, friendly and charismatic demeanor. He had the keen ability to walk into a room knowing no one and walking out with newfound friends.

Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years, Rita (Tranquillino) Jackson, 3 children: Maria (John) Andrews of Lexington, MA; Julie (Matt) Fletcher of Lexington, MA; Bill (Sara) Jackson of NYC, NY. He also leaves 8 grandchildren whom he adored: Will, Michela and Caroline Fletcher; Gabriella Andrews; and Sophie, Alex, Matthew and Theo Jackson. He is also survived by his loving sister, Myra Jackson, and many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his sister Brenda Galofaro, and his brother James Jackson.

Family and friends are cordially invited to attend the visitation from the funeral home on Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. The funeral mass will be held on Thursday, August 3, 2023 in the Church of St. Brigid 1981 Massachusetts Ave. in Lexington at 11:00 AM (PLEASE GO DIRECTLY TO CHURCH). Services will conclude with the interment in the Westview Cemetery in Lexington.

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