On Friday, December 27, 2024, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 79 years. Dearly loved and cherished husband of the late Bev, much loved father and father-in-law of Karen, Stephen and Levana, and Louise, loved Grandad of Lucy, Grace, Isla, Josh, Toby, and Jack. A special thanks to everyone who supported Gilbert over the last few weeks of his life. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late Gilbert Jackson, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. In lieu of flowers, donations to Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinson’s Canterbury would be appreciated, and may be made online at mspc.org.nz. A memorial service for Gilbert will be held in our Oaklands Chapel, corner of Halswell Junction and Wigram Roads, Halswell, on January 14, at 2.30pm.