Jackson, Larry Larry A. Jackson, of Middleville, Michigan, born April 18, 1947, died unexpectedly on Monday, April 15, 2019, at the age of 71. Larry was a beloved husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is survived by his wife of forty nine years, Nancy A. Jackson (Zwiers), their children, Scott (Julie) Jackson, Holly Jackson, and Stacy (Ed) Hall, and grandchildren John G. Meengs V, Avery Jackson, Nicholas Jackson, and Ryan Jackson. He is also survived by his siblings, Bonnie (Doug) Blazer, and David (Sharon) Jackson, one niece and three nephews. He is also survived by his dear friends at the Barry County Sheriff's Department. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank A. and Betty J. Jackson, and Nancy's parents, Marvin and Theresa Zwiers. Larry always put his family first, often turning down promotions in the early years of his career to make sure that his children grew up in close proximity to their grandparents. He eventually left employment with Federal Express to feed his entrepreneurial spirit. Since the early nineties, he owned and operated many successful business ventures. Through those business ventures, he touched the lives of many. Several years ago, he worked tirelessly to rebuild a vehicle as an auction item to benefit the Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors. While he enjoyed success as a business owner, his true passions were fishing and being on the water with Nancy, going for long rides with Nancy in their Mustang convertible, and sharing time with family and friends. He was a gun collector and firearms trainer. He was a founding member of the Barry County Sheriff's Auxiliary, where he was instrumental in implementing and establishing the church safety training program for Barry County and throughout the state. When Nancy and Larry first moved from Grand Rapids to Middleville in the seventies, he was one of the first certified EMTs in Barry County, serving the Thornapple Township Fire Department. Whether he was caring for Nancy, or offering a listening ear and quiet strength to family and friends, Larry's giving spirit was experienced by all who knew him. Even in death, his giving nature continued. He surprised his family by signing up to be a Gift of Life donor. Through his gifts, others have a renewed chance at life. Through their grief, Larry's family and friends may take comfort in his favorite verse, Jeremiah 29:11. "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Consistent with Larry's wishes, cremation has taken place and memorial services will not be held. A celebration of life will occur at a later date where his family and friends will gather to share stories of his life, legacy, and countless memories of the good times. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made in his honor to Gift of Life Michigan, 3861 Research Park Drive, Ann Arbor MI 48108