Ms. Viola Louise Holmes Jackson, a long-time resident of Newport News, VA, entered into eternal rest Friday 10 November 2017 at Mary Immaculate hospital in Newport News.

Ms. Viola Louise Jackson the daughter of the late Mr. Eddie and Mrs. Viola Holmes was born 23 November 1942 in Charleston, South Carolina.  She graduated from Burke High School in Charleston, S.C.  Ms. Jackson graduated from Nursing School in Saint Petersburg, Florida.  She started her nursing career at Apollo Hospital in Saint Petersburg before being hired at the Tampa Veterans Affairs Hospital in Tampa, Florida.  Ms. Jackson later transferred to the Hampton Veterans Affairs Hospital in Hampton, Virginia where she completed over 33 years of government service.  She un-retired as a nurse at Coliseum Park in Hampton, VA and with those whom she adored.

Love ones left behind to cherish her memories are son, Dr. Windell L. Hutchinson (Barbara) of Boonsboro, Maryland; daughters Ms. Kirmesha Jackson of Newport News, Virginia and Mrs. Kameha N. Crespo (Michael) of Goodyear, Arizona; sister Ms. Evelyn Randall of New Jersey; brother, Mr. Eddie Holmes, Jr., (Ethel) of Palm Bay, Florida; sister Ms. Idell Smith of Newport News, Virginia; sister Mrs. Willa Mae Worthem (Nelson) of San Diego, California;  brother Mr. Daniel Gathers (Kathy) of Charleston, South Carolina;  brother Mr. Nathaniel Holmes of Pooler, Georgia; 5 grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ms. Jackson had a beautiful giving spirit at heart that people affectionally gravitated toward.  Her glow was warm and inspiring, welcoming and comforting to all of those around her and those residing in faraway locations.

She had many hobbies and interests dear to her heart such as arts and crafts, from sewing as she did early in her youth for her daughters, crocheting blankets for her grandchildren, painting and making jewelry.  Her daily passion was cooking down home southern comfort food that she grew up on as a child and exchanging recipes with family and friends.

She loved dearly her family, friends and often spent her time reaching out calling, texting and staying in frequent close contact with them.  Her love for her family was the cornerstone of her living her best life.  She will be deeply missed by her children and all who knew and loved her.  Our beloved Ms. Viola Louise is gone to soon. Those wishing to send cards and condolences may send them to P.O. Box 15353, Newport News, VA 23608.