John “Jackie” Joseph Southern
August 16, 1941
August 3, 2023
Celebration of Life
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
1:00 PM
Lighthouse Baptist Church
2531 Burgaw Hwy
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Richlands, NC
Jackie Southern, beloved brother and friend, age 81, went to meet his heavenly Father on Thursday, August 3, 2023 at the Wallace Rehabilitation and Health Care Center after a long illness. Jackie excelled at any sport he played. He loved sports of any kind all of his life. Most of his classmates considered him their hero. Jackie is a die hard Tarheel and Packers fan. Jackie surely will be missed by everyone, but knowing he is at peace will give us comfort and strength.
A celebration of Jackie’s life and celebration of his birthday will be held on Wednesday, August 16, 2023 at 1:00 PM at the Lighthouse Baptist Church in Jacksonville. Officiating will be Phil Shepard and Michael Shivar.
He is preceded in death by his parents Dennis and Estelle Southern.
Jackie is survived by sons, Dennis Southern (Meredith) of Fayetteville, James Southern of TN; sisters Pat Shivar (James) of Jacksonville, Debbie Scott (Randy) of Chinquapin; 3 grandchildren; niece Dusty Scott; and nephews, Jimmy Shivar, Michael Shivar, Mark Scott, and Patrick Scott.
The family has requested no flowers, just your presence will be a blessing. Please donate to your local church in his honor and continue to keep his family in your prayers.
