Obituary of Jackson Koontz

Koontz, Jackson "Jack" Ocala - Jackson "Jack" Warren Koontz, 82, former owner of Jack Koontz Garage, an avid Philatelist, and WWII Navy Veteran in the Pacific Theater, went home to God on December 19, 2008, while holding hands with Jeannette, his devoted wife of 40 years. Born in Kiefer Township, Oklahoma, Jack moved to Ocala from Bluffton, Ohio in June 1960. Jack was preceded in death by his parents Jasper & Linda and his parents-in-law Sim & Decemia Causseaux. He follows his brothers and sisters: Rolland, JO, Billie, Mary and Jim to Heaven. He was also preceded in death by his first wife, Donna, Jim's mother. He is survived by his three children Jim (Lorre), Jackson III (Mary) and Jacqueline and his sister Lillian Crates of Arlington, Ohio. Grandpa made a great impression on his grandchildren Jennie (Brent), Amanda, Jesse, Kathleen, Alyssa, Jacob, Dylan, and Noah. Papa found constant delight in his grandson Ashton "Beep Beep." He will be dearly missed by his loving brothers and sisters in-law, all who knew him, and especially his loyal companions Puppy Dog and Stormy. A funeral service will be held at 10 AM on Monday, December 22, 2008 at Hiers-Baxley Funeral Services, 910 SE Silver Springs Blvd. Visitation will be Sunday, December 21, 2008, from 2-4 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the V.A. Palliative Care Unit, 1601 SW Archer Rd, Gainesville, FL 32608.