Ronald Dale Jackson was born at home on September 03, 1939, in Blanchard, Oklahoma and left the bonds of this earth on June 26, 2023, in Tulsa, OK. His parents were Leo Earl Jackson (Pops) and Theretha Pauline (Colquitt).

Ronald is preceded in death by his parents; Leo and Theretha Jackson, his sister Pauline, his brother, Raymond Jackson, his sister LaVell Alexander, and his son John Robert Jackson.

Ronald is survived by his wife, Linda (Sousa) Jackson of Tulsa, OK, his son Nathan Jackson and wife Sheryl of Lindale, Texas; his son Jay Jackson and wife Debra, of Austin, Texas, his daughter Victoria Riddle and husband Bill of Glenpool, Ok, his daughter Elizabeth McAnally and husband Aaron of Oakdale, California, his daughter Sandra Jackson of Tulsa, Ok. and his daughter Charmise Jackson of Tulsa, Ok. and his son, his brother Thomas Jackson and wife Joyce of Fresno, CA, and his brother Lowell Jackson and wife Shirley of Vieques, Puerto Rico; 7 children; 12 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren.

Ronald gave his heart to Jesus at 8 years old in Tulare, CA. and started to study the Bible from 2 to 4 hours every day throughout his entire life. Ronald was a warrior and a defender of the faith, and no one could outwork him or outgive him. From a professional boxer to a semi pro baseball player, from a pastor to a Christian camp director, from a contractor to a loving, trusted father and papa to many. With all of his wins, titles, trophies and accomplishments over his 83 years, one thing stood out from him far above all else…he loved, followed and shared JESUS with everyone. His relationship with God always came first and was the driving force of his life until he met his Savior face to face. He lived his life as a champion, a fearless warrior and a trusted leader, no one EVER had to question where he stood on a subject. He leaves a legacy of love and forgiveness for his children to follow.

Memorial services will be 2:00 pm, Saturday, July 1, 2023, at the First Church of God in Sapulpa. Arrangements are under the direction of Traditions Funeral and Cremation Services, 35 S. Main, Kellyville, Oklahoma, 918-247-7373.