James D. Jackson, “Uncle Buddy,” age 55, went home to be with the Heavenly Father on May 3, 2018. He was born on March 21, 1955 to the late Millard Jackson and Trula Martin. Uncle Buddy was very laid back and a stylish individual who loved riding in his chair and listening to music. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brothers: Joe Melvin Martin, Millard Jackson, Jr., Walter Gene Jackson; and his sister, Lillian Middleton. Uncle Buddy leaves to cherish his memories one son, Michael (Keisha) Monday-Hines; grandchildren: Ke’Andre, Audrina and Kalissa; devoted great-nephew and caregiver, Davon “Butterball” Middleton; aunt, Catherine (Bay) Clark; devoted family members: Denise, Darrell, DeNisha, Darrel Jr., Darel, Deonte, Dushaunte and Junai; siblings: David (Caroline) Jackson and Tyrone (Annie) Steen; very devoted friend, Albert Nelson; and a host of family and friends too numerous to name. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 from 11 AM to 12 noon, will the funeral service to follow, in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary, with Rev. Tyrone Steen officiating.