Valerie A. Jackson

Valerie A. Jackson, 59, of Quincy died at home in Houghs Neck on Monday, Aug 3rd, after a heroic battle against cancer, inspiring many throughout with her forthright humor and strength. Her family, with whom she shared an incredible, loving bond, was with her at the end.

Val graduated Braintree High Class of 79 (Val’s Pal’s) and Quincy College, gaining many lifelong friends along the way. Her career in management took her on an incredible journey from Pneumatic Scale to the MBTA (The Ride) in Cambridge.

She was committed to her family and friends, her generous and loving spirit an inspiration to all, giving back not only to them, but to volunteer opportunities like those at Meals on Wheels.

She will forever be known for her indomitable spirit, leading the charge toward adventure whenever it presented itself. But let’s not forget the simple things that made her who she was: her ardor for travel, her unwavering support of the Patriots and the Red Sox, her appreciation for a good party, and, of course, her “giant garlic”.

Her motto, “live life while you’re living”, is one she embraced, encouraging all those whom she touched to delight in every moment, as well.

She leaves behind her soulmate of 40 years, Susan Bartlett, her parents George and Mary Lou Jackson of Braintree, her nieces Kristin and Kimberly Howley of Whitman, her brother George and wife Amy Jackson and their children Maddie, Maxwell and William of Bridgewater, and her sister Renee Jackson and partner Jamie Nuwer of San Francisco, CA.

She is pre-deceased by her mother Marjorie Evans, and her sister Linda Jackson Howley who predeceased Val by four days, joining the angels on Friday, July 31^st.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on Friday 4-7 PM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home SOUTH WEYMOUTH at 809 Main Street (Rte 18 opp. So. Shore Hospital). Burial to be private and a celebration of life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations in Val’s memory can be made to PKD Foundation, (Polycystic Kidney Disease), 1001 E 101^st Terrace #220, Kansas City, MO 64131. HTTPS://PKDCURE.ORG

Normally, the funeral is an opportunity for the community to gather in support of one another. Although some people may not be comfortable gathering together with Val’s family at this time, friends may still share a special memory or message online by clicking the link above.