Obituaries
Obituaries

Jackson, Belma

Updated June 27, 2024

JACKSON, Belma Burston

Of Atlanta, transitioned into external life on Saturday, June 22, 2024. Services for BJ are being held at Emmanuel Christian Fellowship, 3858 Bakers Ferry Rd., Atlanta, GA 30331, on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at 11:00 AM.

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