Marshane D. Jackson

OTTAWA - Marshane D. Jackson, 47, passed away at 8:15 p.m., Friday, July 24, 2026, at his residence. He was born January 31, 1979, to Leroy and Romaine Lynne (Batty) Jackson, both surviving in Lima. On July 17, 2014, he married his love of 23+ years, Kimberly Kay Kindle, she survives in Ottawa.

Also surviving are his five children: Marshane Jackson Jr. of Lima, Mar’jzai (Ty) Bright of Ft. Wayne, Ayden Jackson, Brycen Jackson and Alyssa (John) Quinn, all of Ottawa; two grandchildren: Weston Quinn and Ridge Quinn due September 2, 2026; two siblings: Jonathan Jackson and Jessica Jackson, both of Lima; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his older brother, Bubba (Danielle) Jackson.

Marshane was a 1998 graduate of Perry High School. He took great pride in working at Findlay Whirlpool, where you can find his picture on the entrance wall, 2025 calendar and past billboards. He loved to golf, bowl and play basketball for Whirlpool leagues. He was a loyal fan of the Penn State Nittany Lions college football team. He thoroughly enjoyed his many vacations with his wife, kids, and extended family. He loved to be the entertainer at every event, singing, dancing, and making everyone around him laugh. He was the best pawpaw to his grandson, Weston, playing many games of basketball and Hungry Hungry Hippos.

Marshane was diagnosed with Stomach Cancer in August of 2025, and with the incredible support from all who loved him, fought until the very end. He now walks streets of gold alongside his brother and many loved ones who have gone before him.

His funeral service will be held Thursday, July 30th, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, Ottawa with Pastor Kathy Kaufman officiating. Burial will be at a later date. Visitation will be held on Wednesday July 29th, 2026, from 2 to 8 p.m. at LOVE FUNERAL HOME, Ottawa and again on Thursday one hour prior to the service at the church.

In lieu of flowers, monetary donations can be made to help with funeral expenses, https://gofund.me/1e3104c65

Numbers 6:24-26 "The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace."

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