Cynthia J. Jackson 1958-2021

She was born Dec. 12, 1958, in Warren, a daughter of the late Taisto “Bill” and the late Betty Kachenko Packman.

On Aug. 4, 1979, she married Channing S. Jackson and they spent the last 41 years happily together.

Cindy graduated from Champion High School, class of 1977. She went on to Youngstown State University to study graphics technology, later adding an associate degree in recreational therapy. She was a tremendous athlete who played and lettered in track, softball and basketball. She was part of 1977 All State Ohio First Team. While at YSU, she played basketball from 1977 to 1981.

Cindy worked as a recreational therapist at Gillette Nursing Home and also with the Youngstown Developmental Center.

She was an avid Ohio sports fan, who cheered for the Cavs, Browns, Indians and The Ohio State Buckeyes.

Her memory will be cherished by her loving husband, Channing S. Jackson of Warren; her brothers, David “Willie” (Amanda) and Mark (Joni) Packman; as well as her nieces and nephews, whom she dearly loved.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Jerry Packman.

There will be no services at this time. Carl W. Hall Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

Please make any memorial contributions to the Animal Welfare League of Trumbull County, 812 Youngstown Kingsville Road SE, Vienna, OH 44473.

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