William “Bill”'s Obituary
William “Bill” Jackson, 61, passed away peacefully in his home on October 24, 2026. His wife, Penny (Lashbrooks) Jackson, survives. He was born August 7, 1965 to Harry and Edna Jackson. He lived in the Wolcott area his entire life.
Bill worked for I+S Furrer Farms before starting his own business, Heinrich Construction, which he continued until his death. He built many area homes, and specialized in historical restoration.
His love for history led him to join the Anson Wolcott Historical Society, where he later served as president for many years. He portrayed Anson Wolcott at events and enjoyed giving tours of the Wolcott House, especially for schoolchildren.
He also enjoyed sharing his passion for firearms as a long time rifle instructor for the NRA Junior Program and also as a rifle instructor for White County 4-H Shooting Sports. Since 2005, he was a match co-director for Circle R Cowboys affiliated with Single Action Shooting Society.
Bill treasured spending time with his family. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He and Penny, his wife of 36 years, were true partners in life. They worked together in construction and on their farm, where he enjoyed raising cattle.
His biggest joy was following Jesus Christ. As an active member of Palestine Christian Church, he served as elder and participated in men’s ministry, prayer group and monthly prayer walks at Tri-County schools.
Along with his wife, he is survived by children: Brandi Overstreet of Richmond, KY, Brittany Jackson of Wolcott, IN, Cole Jackson (Dakota) of Remington, IN (mother: Jeannette Holdcraft Widner), Josiah Jackson (Betsy) of Jasper, TN, and Will Jackson (Olivia) of Mount Carroll, IL. Grandchildren include Jace Overstreet, Zayden Overstreet, Ellie Jackson, Maggie Jackson, Josephine Jackson, and Sterling Jackson. Siblings, Terri Solomon of Chicago, IL, Dave Jackson (Charlotte) of Lafayette, IN, and Cheryl Goetz (Jim) of South Bend, IN. Sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Nola and Drew Taylor of Southport, NC. Aunts, Yvonne Jackson of Hammond, IN and Sue Baldwin of Orleans, IN. Bill is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
There will be a celebration of life November 8, 2026 at Palestine Christian Church, 7275 W. 400 N. Wolcott, IN 47995 from 1:00 -5:00 PM EST, Cowboy Salute at 1:30 PM.
