Bernice Jackson's Obituary
Bernice Jackson Obituary
Bernice Seaton, affectionately known as "Bon," was born on December 7, 194I, in Mound Bayou, Mississippi, to the late Delia Jenkins and John Seaton. She accepted Jesus Christ as her Lord and Savior at an early age and was baptized at Wonders Holmes Baptist Church in her hometown.
Bernice graduated from Mound Bayou High School in 1960 and soon after moved to Chicago, IL, where she built a file surrounded by enduring love and support of her siblings, family, and new friends. In 1962, Bernice was united in holy matrimony to her high school friend, Thurmond Lee Jackson. From this loving union, three children were born: Chauncey, Cassandra, and Chanca.
Bernice dedicated much of her professional file to the Anchor Rubber Company and lacer to Jad{Son Park Hospital, where she worked diligently until her retirement. She was known for her quiet strength and nurturing spirit; a woman of grace, who made her home a refuge of warmth and acceptance for all. Whether it was her children's friends or relatives in need of comfort, Bon welcomed everyone with kindness and without judgment.
Bernice was a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose love had no limits. Affectionately called Momma,' 'Granny,' and Nana,' she gave of herself completely; offering unwavering devotion and a heartful of unconditional love." In her quieter moments, Bernice enjoyed working crossword puzzles, reading romance novels, watching her favorite soap operas, and playing card games. Those who knew her, will remember her calm demeanor, gentle wisdom, and love she so freely gave.
Bernice Seaton made her peaceful transition on May 27, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Thurmond; her daughter,
Chanca; her great-grandson, Damias Smith; her sister, Ernestine Bass, and her sister Ernestine Bass brother, John Seaton.
Bernice leaves to cherish her memory: her children, Chauncey Jad{SOn and Cassandra Rawls (Derrick); grandchildren, Fanis O'Bryant, DeShaun Cole, Jillian Tucker, and DaMarco Smith; great-grandchildren, Fara' Ann O'Bryant, Fanis O'Bryant III, Farissa Chanca O'Bryant, JaZelle Chanca Campbell, Kori Richell Campbell, Corbin Caron Campbell, and DaMontae O'Bryant Matthews. She is also survived by her aunt, Eanna Franklin; her sisters, Johnnie Mae Logan, Barbara Seaton, Audrey Bryant (Earl), Yvonne Turner; her brothers, Carl Seaton (Deborah), Everett Seaton (Loretta), and Cornelius Seaton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and dear friends. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love, kindness, and resilience will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
Bernice leaves to cherish her memory: her children, Chauncey Jackson and Cassandra Rawls (Derrick); grandchildren, Fanis O'Bryant, DeShaun Cole, Jillian Tucker, and DaMarco Smith; great-grandchildren, Fara' Ann O'Bryant, Fanis O'Bryant III, Farissa Chanca O'Bryant, JaZelle Chanca Campbell, Kori Richell Campbell, Corbin Caron Campbell, and DaMontae O'Bryant Matthews. She is also survived by her aunt, Eanna Franklin; her sisters, Johnnie Mae Logan, Barbara Seaton, Audrey Bryant (Earl), Yvonne Turner; her brothers, Carl Seaton (Deborah), Everett Seaton (Loretta), and Cornelius Seaton; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and dear friends. Her presence will be deeply missed, but her legacy of love, kindness, and resilience will live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.
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