Simon Mark Jackson

Died on 18 September 2026, aged 54 years.

All are welcome to join Jacko’s family at St Mary's church to celebrate his life and say a final goodbye.

Jacko’s requested dress code is ‘The Brighter the Better’ AKA ‘Wear your Shit Shirts please!’

After the service you are warmly invited to The Barn in Purley, Goosecroft Lane, Beech Road, Purley, RG8 8DR, to continue sharing memories together.

Donations in memory of Jacko may be made for Bucket List Wishes or Macmillan in gratitude for how they have supported Jacko and his family.

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Bucket List Wishes

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Macmillan Cancer Support

TOTAL DONATION

£1,705.00 + £307.50 Gift Aid potential

Sandra & Graham Dodd

12/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Rebecca Taylor - Kennylands Gymnastics

In loving memory of Simon Jackson ❤️ Simon supported our gymnastics club for so many years, bringing fun, laughter and so many wonderful memories to our parties, discos and competitions. He had such a special way of making every event that little bit more magical, and his contribution to our club and our gymnastics family will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful for all the time, energy and happiness he gave to our club over the years. He leaves behind so many special memories that we will always treasure. Sending all our love and heartfelt condolences to Michelle, Freya and Suranne at this incredibly difficult time. You are all in our thoughts. ❤️

12/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
12/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Anonymous

£20.00
11/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Adrian, Sarah, Amelie & Jasmin

Love to you all x Thank you Jacko for your kindness, enjoy the disco in the sky x

£25.00
10/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

M, B & JJ

"The greatest thing you'll ever learn is just to love and be loved in return" MOULIN ROUGE They broke the mold when they made Jacko! He was 'simply the best' and we will miss him 'more than words'. Our love & thoughts are with Michelle, Freya & Suranne, always 💜

10/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Alyson Jackson

To my wonderful brother, Simon. You've been my hero and a wonderful uncle to Joshua. Thank you for being so kind. So big hearted, the world has lost a uniquely beautiful soul; so full of fun and mischief. Never forgotten ❤️

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
09/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

£25.00
09/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Lucy and Tony Phillips

Jacko - a wonderful human being x x x all our love to Michelle, Freya and Suranne x x x

£30.00 + £7.50 Gift Aid
09/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Nobby & Clair

Jacko was avery special friend and we will miss him greatly. Sending love and strength to Michelle, Freya and Suranne.xx

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
08/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Nobby & Clair.

Jacko was a very special friend and we will miss him greatly. Sending love and strength to Michelle, Freya and Suranne xx

08/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

08/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Anonymous

£100.00
06/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Michael Burley

What a brilliant person. I feel so lucky having known him. Could brighten up any place he went. You will be deeply missed Jacko.

05/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Ann Cleall

So sad to lose lovely Jacko. He impacted so many lives in a good way. He will always be remembered

£25.00
05/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Mary, Garry & Eric

We're going to miss you Jacko. We've had 20+ years of happy Padstow memories with the 'Reading lot' and will raise a glass to you round the campfire!

£30.00 + £7.50 Gift Aid
05/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Ellie

Thank you Jacko for welcoming us into your family and letting us share in some amazing memories . Thank you for all the laughter and fun times that we will never forget

£20.00
04/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Rach & Gav

Miss your smile x The best are taken to quickly

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

03/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Chris and Rachael

Simon was a fabulous brother-in-law and uncle. His joy and generosity enhanced our lives and many happy memories will remain forever.

03/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Bernie and Maggie

Jacko and the Rocket Boys - great times - wonderful memories

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
03/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

The Tillings

An incredible man with the ability to bring joy and laughter to any room. A man with an incredibly kind heart. Sending much love to Michelle, Freya and Suranne xxx

02/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Darrel Harwood

Jacko you had us stitches while we worked together at bmw mini, very sad to hear this news RIP jacko.

02/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Jon Saverton

The man is a legend, always will be. All my memories include laughter. Cannot wait to don my shirt and know that Jacko would love it!

01/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Carsten Young

I am so so sorry for your loss. Simon contributed so so much to the community. Thinking of you during this difficult time.

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Joanna W

Such a loss for Purley on Thames. I was lucky enough to attend many children's parties that DJ Jacko hosted over the years. Rest in peace, and my deepest sympathies go out to his family-I wish them strength during this difficult time.

£15.00 + £3.75 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Richard and Rosie Brown

Sending love to Freya and family. So sorry for your loss.

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Katen & Martin Bishop

In memory of a very special friend, who contributed so much to everyone he met, and was taken far too soon.. With much love to Michelle, Freya and Suranne xxx

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Annette Bieny

You were a bright spark in the hearts of everyone you met. Your bright star will be shining throughout the years to come, watching over your amazing family.

01/10/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Maddie Ham

Sorry for your loss, Jacko was an amazing person. Lots of fond memories of Jacko from my childhood.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
01/10/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Scott Cannings

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Rachael Goss

Thanks for all the fun times given to our kids in their primary school and scouts. The world has lost a local legend. RIP.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Rachael Goss

Thanks for all the fun times given to our kids in their primary school and scouts. The world has lost a local legend. RIP.

30/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Jack Aitken

I am unbelievably shocked by this he was such a wonderful person did my 7th birthday 🕊️

£20.00 + £5.00 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Marc Drummond

Enjoy the memories made and yet to come

30/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Sally Robertson

Purley on Thames will be a much poorer place without Simon. RIP.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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Bucket List Wishes

Sarah Dennett

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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Bucket List Wishes

Kathy Fisher

Fondest memories of a Very Special man

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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Macmillan Cancer Support

Barn Owl Day Nursery

Thank you for entertaining the children with your famous sense of humour and unforgettable disco moves.RIP Simon. One beautiful person who will be truly missed. xx

£100.00
30/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Gill & Simon North

Such sad news, our thoughts are with Michelle and the family.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
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Macmillan Cancer Support

Gill & Simon North

Such sad news, our thoughts are with Michelle and the family.

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Anonymous

£10.00 + £2.50 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Sue and Pete Osborne

In our thoughts and prayers Simon and family, such a wonderful young man

£25.00 + £6.25 Gift Aid
30/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

James Allum

So sorry to hear this. Thanks for everything for the school, fireworks, birthday parties.... A real community minded man.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
29/09/2026
online donation
Bucket List Wishes

Linda and Lloyd

In memory of our dear son in law. Things will not be the same without you. Thank you for all his care

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
29/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Gabriela and Martin

In memory of our dear neighbour Jacko, and thinking about his family. Thanks to McMillan for the care he received.

£50.00 + £12.50 Gift Aid
29/09/2026
online donation
Macmillan Cancer Support

Funeral Service

Date and Time: Monday 19 Oct 2026 at 2:00 PM

Location: St Mary's Church, Saint Mary's Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG8 8BJ

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