Gordon Jackson

Gordon Fletcher Jackson passed away on Monday, March 28, 2022, at Billings Clinic due to kidney failure. Gordon was born on February 19, 1939, to Chester and Velma Shy Jackson in Billings, Montana.

He graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1957, and attended Eastern Montana College, graduating with a degree in Education, and later a Masters in Social Work from the University of Utah. While attending EMC, Gordon met Carolyn, the love of his life, and they were blessed with 4 children.

Gordon led a life of service working at Pine Hills School for Boys, Eastern Montana Industries, Eastern Montana Health Center as a counselor and associate administrator. Throughout his career, he counseled many with his respected guidance and unconditional compassion.

Gordon’s love of athletics and talent at mentoring led him to be one of Miles City’s most highly regarded coaches. He was a large man with a loud voice, and many stories can be told after 30 plus years of coaching Little Guy and Junior High Football. Gordy also loved to play racquetball. He enjoyed competing in area tournaments including The Big Sky State Games. His bravado, intensity, and sense of humor were Jackson’s trademarks that were certainly passed on to his children and grandchildren. Gordy was one of a kind and loved by so many. He was truly a legend in Miles City and Southeastern Montana.

Gordon’s pride and joy were his family. While raising his children, he spent hours working, umpiring, and coaching to selflessly provide for them. He was a devoted grandfather attending events, cheering them on, and being there whenever they needed him. He adored his lovely wife Carolyn, and often times you might catch Gordon with a tearful eye, expressing his love for her and his family.  They loved to reminisce about the good and not-so-good times that made up their beautiful life together.

Gordon was preceded in death by his mother, father, son Joshua, and nephew Matthew. He is survived by his wife Carolyn of 59 years. His oldest son is Trevor and his wife is Linda. His daughter Ashley Johnson and her daughters Avery Shy and Lily Jean. His youngest daughter Cecily McDonald, husband Patrick, and their daughters Ali and Aria Carolyn. Josh’s wife Carol. Josh’s children, Gabriel and wife Carolyn Esteves, and their children Isabelle and Wyatt. Alicia Esteves and her son Kylan. And Stella and Hank Jackson. Gordon is also survived by his brother Cody and wife Leslie, and Cody’s son Kevin and wife Amy.

Services: Michelotti- Sawyers Mortuary, 1001 Alderson Ave, Billings, MT

Saturday, April 2nd

Visitation- 9 am Funeral- 1pm.