Jewel Marie

Jackson

Jewel Marie Jackson, age 68, of Mechanicsville, Virginia entered her eternal rest on Saturday, June 20, 2026. She was one of ten children born on April 29, 1958 in Dillon, South Carolina.

Jewel was predeceased by her father, Clyde Martin, mother, Luvinia (McCall) Covington, and siblings Clyde Martin Jr., Caroline Martin, Jerry Martin, Margaret Martin, Denise Covington and Carl Martin Sr.

Jewel was raised and educated in Newark New Jersey. She married James Jackson and became a military spouse. Where she traveled and lived all over the United States. She became a kidney transplant recipient in February of 2003. Being forever grateful for that cherished gift, she nurtured and thrived for over 23 years after her transplant. Jewel was passionate about organ donation and education and spent many years helping others in their transplant experiences. Jewel was an extremely kind and generous soul who found joy in the happiness of others. At the end of her life, she became an organ donor to continue the legacy of giving.

Jewel leaves to cherish her memory, a daughter, Tamara Teresa Brown (Ksaan), a grandson, Christoher Best, two brothers,  Dannie Martin (Kathy) and Michael Covington, and one sister, Elisha Covington. She also leaves a host of aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

Jewel will have a small memorial service at 11 a.m. on Friday, June 26, 2026, at the Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. The family will receive guests at 8422 Shire Court Mechanicsville, directly following the service.