Brian C. Jackson, 63

Sept. 6, 1947 - July 2, 2011

We are very sad to announce the sudden and unexpected passing of a wonderful person Brian Jackson on July 2, 2011, in Coeur d'Alene.

Brian was born in Providence, R.I., in 1947. He joined the U.S. Marines at the age of 17 and served four years of service with the 27th Marines H.Q. Company. He served one year in Vietnam, and was injured during his tour of duty.

After his military service, he married the love of his life, Billie Jo and recently celebrated 41 years of marriage.

Brian was a devoted husband and father, and believed strongly in the value of family. He worked in the mining industry at Sunshine Mine and in Nevada.

Brian enjoyed watching old westerns, family gatherings and was extremely patriotic. He was always wearing a baseball cap with U.S.A., U.S. Marines or insignia supporting the U.S.A. He was a very compassionate man and helped anybody he could. He took pride in catering to his family needs.

Brian is survived by his wife, Billie Jo; son Samuel; daughters Glenda, Patricia, Michelle and Tanya; sisters Patricia, Candi and Catherine; along with grandchildren and other family members.

A military honors graveside service will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday, July 20, 2011, at Riverview Cemetery, 1065 N. Lincoln Way, Coeur d'Alene.