William Jackson

William Jackson, age 80 of Phila., passed away Thursday January 9, 2020 at Jefferson Frankford Hosp. Born in Phila., and a lifelong resident. Bill was employed as a U.S. Postal worker and retired in 1992 after 30 years of service. He was a U. S. Marine Corp Veteran and a member of the VFW Post 9220 in Eddington, PA. Bill attended Mastbaum High School, was an avid golfer and a member of the Bensalem Golf Association for 45+ years. He was an amateur boxer, enjoyed his involvement in the boxing industry and volunteered as a boxing coach at Harrowgate Boxing Club for 15 years. He will be sadly missed by his sisters, Mae Petock (the late John), his brother and twin James Jackson (Betty) and Dorothy Wojnar (the late Dick). He is also survived by 3 nieces; Michele(Donna), Bridget, Jackie (Mark), 5 nephews; Richie (Angie), Craig (Kacey), Michael, Billy (Melissa) and Timmy (Linda), 12 great nephews, 9 great nieces, 2 great great nephews, and many cousins and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Wednesday 9:30 am at the Tomlinson Funeral Home 2207 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020 followed by his service at 11:00 am. Interment private at Washington Crossing National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donation in his memory may be made to the Harrowgate Boxing Club, 1920 E. Vanango St. Phila., PA 19134.