William "Billy" Sylvester Jackson

The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. announces the transition of Mr. William Sylvester "Billy" Jackson, Father of Association Member, Shanna Jackson Sheats

The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. sincerely sympathizes with The Jackson Family. May God continue to watch over you all. We give you this one thought to keep, "Although it's difficult today to see beyond sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow."

William Sylvester Jackson, affectionately known to many as “Billy Jackson,” a beloved pillar of the Athens, Georgia community, a devoted family man, and a dedicated entrepreneur, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2026, at the age of 90. As the longtime owner and Funeral Director of Jackson McWhorter Funeral Home, his life was defined by an unwavering commitment to serving others with dignity, compassion, and grace.

His memory will be forever cherished by his loving wife, Henrietta Finch Jackson; his daughters, Angela Jackson and Shanna Jackson Sheats (Chris Sheats); his beloved grandchildren, Justin Nowell, Haley Nowell, Jackson Bramlett, Chaz Sheats; and his adored great-grandchildren, Jayda Nowell, Jordan Nowell, Kaley Clarke, and Kyrie Clarke, Isaiah Sheats; Sister in laws, Alfreada Finch, and Lucy Harden, and bonus daughter, Dr. Beverly Harper. He also leaves behind a host of devoted nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family members, friends and the very dedicated Staff of Jackson McWhorter Funeral Home. William "Billy" Jackson's departure leaves a profound void, but his legacy of hard work, dignity, faith, and community service will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him.

A Celebration of Life service for Mr. William “Billy ” Jackson will be held Friday, October 30, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Timothy Baptist Church, 380 Timothy Road, Athens, GA. Burial will follow in Evergreen Memorial Park, 3655 Atlanta Highway, Athens, GA.

Public Viewing will be held, Thursday, October 29, 2026 from 3:00-7:00 PM at the funeral home. Visitation with the family, 4:00-6:00 PM.

Arrangements by Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home