Obituary of Jackie Gail Blackstone

Jackie Gail Blackstone was born on November 22, 1966 in Slaton, Texas to Johnny and Delia Blackstone, and passed away on Saturday, December 18, 2021. She grew up in Pearland, Texas where she went to school. Jackie married the love of her life, John Perry on July 7, 1994 in Las Vegas, Nevada. A long-time employee at Manheim Texas Hobby, Jackie worked for the company for more than 25 years. She started off as a driver and worked her way up to the Senior Human Resource Business Partner. Jackie was an exceptional employee and loved by practically everyone she encountered. She was very dedicated to her career and enjoyed it immensely. Jackie was a devoted wife, mother, GiGi, and friend. She and John were true soulmates, they were completely perfect for each other in every way. They had their ups and downs but through their strength and perseverance, and their strong faith in God, their love was everlasting. They loved traveling as well as staying home and relaxing on the couch watching their favorite shows, if they were together, it did not matter to Jackie. Jackie had only one child and she was her greatest accomplishment. Despite her dedication to her successful career, she always made time for her daughter. Jackie supported and loved Paige more than anyone in her life. She was truly blessed to watch Paige grow into a beautiful woman and mother. The day Jackie’s grandchildren were born was one of the best days of her life. GiGi cherished Peyton and Paxton like no other grandparent. She enjoyed being able to take them boating with her and Papa on weekends as well as take them on trips. Jackie loved spoiling her grandbabies and they were such a joy to have in her life. She loved being their GiGi. Jackie was also an avid reader and affirmation writer, she really enjoyed reading self-help books as well as writing in her prayer journal. She loved soaking in the jacuzzi with family and friends. Jackie had a zest for life and every day lived her life to the fullest. She faced many health struggles from the day she was born and was a walking miracle. Jackie lived her life with absolutely no regrets. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Jackie is preceded in death by her father Bobby Jack Blackstone. She is survived by her mother Delia Scott Blackstone; husband John B. Perry; daughter Paige Perry and husband, Eric Herrera; grandchildren Peyton Herrera and Paxton Herrera; many nieces, nephews, and a host of other dear family and friends. Services for Jackie will be held on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, at Clayton Funeral Home, 5530 West Broadway, Pearland, Texas. Visitation will be held from 10:00 – 11:00 am. The funeral service is scheduled at 11:00 am. Interment will follow at the Confederate Cemetery, in Alvin Texas.