Barbara Ann Jackson (Cheverie) age 67,  passed peacefully in her sleep, on Wednesday,  June 21, 2023, the first day of summer, with her husband and children by her side. In a room full of sunshine, flowers and love we said our goodbyes with songs, heartfelt words and kisses.

Born in Souris on February 18, 1956, she was the loving wife of 48 years to John "Kent" Jackson  from Fortune Bridge and proud mother of Amanda (Dan Hansen) Neil (Crystal Nelson) and Alex (Kendre LeBlanc) An incredibly loving & involved Grammie to Levi & Finnegan Jackson... whom she loved "Bunches and bunches"  

Predeceased by her father Danny "Flash" Cheverie and her grandmother, Charlotte Cheverie (Fougere) who lovingly raised Barb as her very own and by siblings Barbara MacDonald, Lois Cheverie, Esther Cheverie and Cecelia Morash.

She will be deeply missed by siblings, Doreen Mallard, Elanor Burke, Dorothy Burke, Edward Cheverie, Daniel "Dan" Cheverie, Lynda Cheverie, Nancy Keeler, Steven Cheverie, Matthew Cheverie, Donnie Vissey, Gary Vissey, Liz Earl, Meriza Gionet, and Mike Gionet. Barb will also be missed by many nieces, nephews and cousins from across Canada.

Barb was a feisty French Acadian girl who proudly grew up on the "lower end" of Souris. She could turn her hand to anything imaginable, from making clothes, the best damn hamburgers, quilting, played guitar, piano, fiddle and sang like a songbird. She spent many years working at the Colville Manor in Souris where she was fondly referred to as "Angel" by many residents. Years later she pursued further education at the Souris Harmony Training Centre under the tutelage of Pam MacDonald, and quickly became an instructor herself in the program. She lovingly took many a student under her wing and formed bonds with them that lasted her entire lifetime. Barb later joined forces with her dear friend Debby Beck at Montague Computer, and became an instructor with the Academy Of Learning. Again creating family like bonds with her workmates and students.

In 2010 Barb successfully battled cancer and decided to slow down into retirement. She often enjoyed quiet alone time, walking the beaches, and knitting with her sister/aunts in Souris, over biscuits and tea, and maybe a little Chardonnay:) However she also enjoyed a good ol’ house party with family, guitar in hand, barefoot dancing in the kitchen at Gary & Edith’s farm, a good game of crib, and singing to the rafters. A petite french girl, a force of nature, intelligent and independent, fierce yet kind, unforgettable.

A private committal ceremony will be held at a later date where her ashes will be laid to rest with Charlotte, her "mom" at the St Mary’s cemetery in Souris. Guaranteed to be followed by a bonfire and guitar party... just like she would have wanted.

Deepest gratitude to the Home Care Program in Montague especially "our rock" Mallory Peters, to Dr. Jeannette Verleun, to Dr Janet Baker and all staff and volunteers at the Provincial Palliative Care Centre. Due to these expert and loving teams Barb’s final days were full of comfort, dignity and
peace.

Donations to the Provincial Palliative Care Centre are highly encouraged, whether financially, or by volunteering
of time or a sharing of your talents. Please consider doing one of these in Barb’s honor.

Online condolences may be made through the Funeral Home website at www.fergusonlogan.com