Darren Jackson

Darren Jackson, a strong Christian husband, father, son, entrepreneur, and community leader went to be with God in Heaven on Monday, April 10th 2023. He was born on August 19th, 1965 in Ritchie County, WV, a son of Norville “Bud” Jackson and Charlotte Jackson, who preceded him in death. They raised Darren to be a God-fearing, people-loving person who served others quietly and often.

As a 1987 Glenville State College Graduate in Business, he celebrated over 30 years as a State Farm Agent loving and serving communities in and around Marlinton, WV. He was a member of the WV Political Action Committee for State Farm Agents as well as the Marlinton Rotary Club for 16 years. Among his many interests, he particularly enjoyed working on cars, NASCAR racing, and being involved with Christian music festivals with family and friends. But his favorite way to spend his time was with his wife, children, and grandchildren, all of whom he took to their “Disney House” in Florida as often as he could.

Darren and his wife Sherri Hardman Jackson celebrated 33 beautiful years of marriage. Darren and Sherri have three children: Ryan, who went to Heaven alongside his father, leaving behind his wife Kimberley Jackson and son Elias; Morgan with her husband Josiah Pitts and two daughters Abbie and Anna; and Aaron, a graduating senior at WVU.

In addition to his wife and children, his memory will be cherished by his mother-in-law Helen Hardman, his nieces and nephews including Alex Kraus and Emily Kraus, his State Farm Agency staff members, including his close friend and coworker Kenny Woods, and the countless family, friends, and policyholders who were so wonderfully served by his quiet thoughtfulness.

He will be reunited with his parents Bud and Charlotte Jackson, as well as his father-in-law Terry Hardman, brother-in-law Lee Kraus, and sister-in-law Shelly Kraus.

On April 10, 2023 Darren and Ryan were involved in a horrific car accident. Because Darren and Ryan were loved by so many in both southern and central WV, there will be a service to honor them in each location. 

Friends and family will gather at the Pocahontas County Opera House (818 3rd Ave, Marlinton, WV 24954) on Saturday April 15 for visitation from 10 am - 3 pm, with a service at 3 pm. 

Friends and family will gather at Horizons Church (8302 Mount Clare Rd, Mt Clare, WV 26408) on Sunday April 16 for visitation from 2 pm - 6 pm, with a service at 6 pm. 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Darren Jackson Scholarship Fund through First Citizens Bank. Contributions can be made at the service or at your convenience by contacting First Citizens Bank.