Lawrence W. Jackson

MARSHFIELD, Wis. — Lawrence W. Jackson, 74 of Watersmeet, Mich., died on Saturday, Aug. 8, 2015, at St. Joseph Hospital in Marshfield.

Larry was born in Michigan on Dec. 1, 1940. He was married to Patsy Sivits on July 27, 1962, in Battle Creek, Mich. He was employed with the Gogebic County Highway Department and also the Michigan State Park System. Larry enjoyed hunting and fishing.

In addition to his wife, Patsy, he is survived by his daughters, Theresa (James Jr.) Pittsley of Watersmeet, Carmen (Wayne) Hintz of Conover, Amy (Don) Jackson of Iron River, Mich., Stacey (Nick) Fernandez of Land O’ Lakes, Heather (Jeff Sparks) Yaeger of Iron River and Dawn (Victor Briska) Jackson of Land O’ Lakes; sons, Jessie, Glenn and Scott Jackson all of Watersmeet; 14 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his mother Geraldine Vaughn.

Private services will be held at a later date.

The Gaffney-Busha Funeral Home in Eagle River is serving the family.