Capt. Walter T. (Ret) Jackson

Capt. (Ret) Walter T. Jackson, age 78, an Albuquerque resident since 1976, died peacefully at home Monday, December 12, 2016 surrounded by his family. Walt was devoted to the Tridentine Latin Mass at San Ignacio Catholic Church for over 20 years and was a lifetime member of the Commemorative Air Force Lobo Wing. He was an avid Boston sports fan and loved his cross-country road trips to New England and numerous military museums. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 42 years, Audrey; sisters, June and Dorothy; and grandson Jared. He is survived by his sister, Evalyn; daughters, Shari and husband, Webster, Kimberly, Teri and husband, Rob, and Stephanie; son, Walter and wife Julia; 22 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Known as "Pops" to everyone, he will be greatly missed. A visitation will be held on Sunday, December 18, 2016 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at FRENCH - Lomas with the Rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Monday, December 19, 2016 at 10:30 a.m. at San Ignacio Catholic Church. 1300 Walter St., NE in Albuquerque with interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations should be made to the Commemorative Air Force Lobo Wing, P.O. Box 20576, Albuquerque, NM 81754.