Thomas Jackson, known to everyone as Tommy or T.J., was born November 19, 1956 in Marlin, TX to Billie and Irene Jackson. Growing up he was an athlete participating in football, basketball, baseball, golf, and track where he still has the record for most medals in the hurdles at Marlin High School. He also went on to run hurdles at Angelo State University. Tommy was an avid golfer and Texas Rangers fan, he and his son Tyler went to numerous games and enjoyed many more on tv over the years.

Tommy married Madeline Oltorf on September 15, 1990. They gave birth to their only child and son Tyler on October 18, 1991. He always said his proudest moment was when his son was born. He was involved in every event Tyler participated in and even helped coach his little league team where some people refer to him as "Coach."

His wife Madeline said his most endearing quality was how he loved his dogs Rochelle, Slinky, & Charlotte like family.

He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Madeline; son Tyler and wife Bianca; his mother Irene; his sister's Beverly & Linda and husband Charles; his nieces Mary Katherine Hopkins & Amanda Doering, his nephews Chris Hopkins, Scott Drake & Jeffrey Drake; his granddaughters Aaliyah and Alexandria

He is preceded in death by his father, Billie Jackson.

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