Thank you for celebrating the life of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr. with us.

The Jackson Family invites you to Rainbow PUSH HQ, where the Reverend will be lying in repose on Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27.

Please also join for The Public Homegoing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr. at House of Hope on Friday, March 6. You can register for the services here.

All Celebration of Life details can be found at www.JesseJacksonLegacy.com/services.

Keep Hope Alive and Continue His Legacy.

For those wishing to contribute, you can make a tax-deductible donation to the Jackson Family Foundation’s Legacy Fund here.

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Civil Rights leader and founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, the Honorable Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr. He died peacefully on Tuesday morning, surrounded by his family. His unwavering commitment to justice, equality, and human rights helped shape a global movement for freedom and dignity. A tireless change agent, he elevated the voices of the voiceless—from his Presidential campaigns in the 1980s to mobilizing millions to register to vote—leaving an indelible mark on history.

Reverend Jackson is survived by his wife, Jacqueline; their children — Santita, Jesse Jr., Jonathan, Yusef, Jacqueline; daughter Ashley Jackson, and grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen Burns Jackson; father, Noah Louis Robinson; and stepfather, Charles Henry Jackson.

"Our father was a servant leader — not only to our family, but to the oppressed, the voiceless, and the overlooked around the world,” said the Jackson family. “We shared him with the world, and in return, the world became part of our extended family. His unwavering belief in justice, equality, and love uplifted millions, and we ask you to honor his memory by continuing the fight for the values he lived by.”

Public observances will be held in Chicago. Final arrangements for Reverend Jackson's celebration of life services, including all public events, will be shared by the Rainbow PUSH Coalition at www.rainbowpush.org or JesseJacksonLegacy.com.

Jackson Family Statement on the Passing of Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Guests visiting Chicago are encouraged to stay at:

    Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
    2233 S Martin Luther King Dr, Chicago, IL 60616
    (312) 567-1234
    Website

    Rooms within the hotel block have been reserved for this event with limited availability on a first-come, first-served basis.

  • Registration and full details of the schedule are available at JesseJacksonLegacy.com.

  • We encourage guests to dress in respectful attire appropriate for a memorial or funeral service.

  • Funeral arrangements are being managed by Leak & Sons Funeral Home.

  • Flowers and personal tributes may be placed at the outdoor memorial area at Rainbow PUSH (930 E. 50th St., Chicago, IL 60615). They are not permitted inside the auditorium or sanctuary.

  • Security checks and magnetometers will be in place at each venue. Please limit the items you bring to help ensure a smooth process.

    Items that are prohibited: Weapons, signage, and any items that could disrupt the service are strictly prohibited.

  • Public restrooms will not be available inside the building. Portable restrooms will be provided on-site for attendees.

  • Is the venue accessible for people with mobility needs?

    Each space will have a wheelchair/mobility-friendly entrance.

    Who should I contact for special accommodations or questions?

    For accessibility needs or other inquiries, please email: info@apsandassociates.com.

  • At Rainbow PUSH Coalition:
    Street parking is available nearby along S. Drexel Blvd, 49th St. ,E. Hyde Park Blvd. and E. 49th St. 

    At House of Hope:
    House of Hope has a parking lot along 113th St.