Byron Bernard Jackson Sr.

Byron Bernard Jackson Sr. was born on August 1, 1955, in Seattle, Washington, to the late Charles Jackson Sr. and Eleanor Jackson. Byron Bernard Jackson Sr. was a beloved son, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, great-grandfather, godfather, friend, and cherished member of his community.

In 1966, Byron Sr. and his family moved to Las Vegas, Nevada, where he would grow up and make his home. Las Vegas became an important part of his life and the place where he built  many relationships and memories that remained with him throughout the years.

Byron Sr. attended and graduated from Western High School in Las Vegas in 1973. Throughout his life, he worked many different jobs and was always willing to help others. He was especially known for helping and serving his community, leaving a positive impact on the lives of those around him.

In 1976, Byron met the love of his life, Lavana Jackson. After building a loving relationship together, they were married in 1991. Their love and commitment spanned 50 years, creating a lasting partnership filled with memories, family, and love. Byron enjoyed listening to old-school music, playing dominos and watching his favorite football team, the Dallas Cowboys. Whether enjoying music, playing dominos, cheering on the Cowboys, or sharing his love of football with family and friends, these were some of the things that brought him joy.

On August 28, 2026, Byron peacefully departed this life at the age of 71. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Lavana Jackson; his children, Mamee Stewart; Kiplagott Stewart Sr. and his wife, Esmeralda; Kwaku Stewart Sr.; Natanda Jackson; Byron Jackson Jr. and his wife, Karen; and Aljena Jackson and her husband, Floyd. He also leaves behind his cherished grandchildren, Shontavia, Lil’Lamon, Damon, Kiplagott Jr., Kwaku Jr., Kwaii, Myracal, Arturo, Tayvion, Chanty’a, Javon, Avontay, Kwaa’mer, Kwaai’von, Goddess, Trellis, Trelicia, K’Triana, and Byron (BJ).

He also leaves a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins; his goddaughters, Jamice and Vera; his brothers, Charles Jackson Jr. (Mary) and Eric Jackson; sisters-in-law, Vanessa Stewart and Kimberly Roberts; a very special cousin whom he loved, Janet Singleton; extended family; friends; and all those whose lives he touched.

Byron Sr., was preceded in death by his parents, Charles Jackson Sr. and Eleanor Jackson; his brother, Ronnie Jackson; his sister, Patricia Shaw; his grandson, Kiplagott Jr.; and his 2 special cousins, Andre and Kimberly Ridley. Rest peacefully, Byron Bernard Jackson Sr. Your life will be remembered, your legacy will live on, and you will forever be loved.

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