Helen Coleen Johnson Jackson's Obituary
Helen Coleen Johnson Jackson, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted disciple of Jesus Christ, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, at the age of 89. In a tender reflection of life’s full circle, she was born at home and she died at home, surrounded by love and family.
Helen was born on April 13, 1936, in Holden, Utah, to Austin Johnson and Hattie Bennett. She was the youngest of seven children and grew up surrounded by the love and companionship of her siblings: Elizabeth Theone, Austin Rowland, Lou Jean, Edward Leslie, Ada Ione, and Hyrum Bennett. Helen was the last surviving sibling, closing a cherished chapter of family history.
On September 9, 1955, Helen was sealed for time and all eternity to her sweetheart, Roland Shane Jackson, in the Salt Lake City Temple. Together, they built a life centered on faith, family, and service. One of their greatest joys was serving side by side in the Mesa Arizona Temple, where Helen found deep spiritual fulfillment and peace.
Helen and Roland were blessed with seven children: Mark Roland, Sheila (Andy Wood), Shaneen Vivian (Ralph Cloward), Karl Johnson (Susan Learned), Sharri Lyn (Tony Elizando), Michelle Ruth (Brent Tubbs), and David Austin (Honey Bott). She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Roland, her daughter Sheila, and two grandchildren. Her posterity was her joy, and she cherished her role as a grandmother and great-grandmother.
Throughout her life, Helen served faithfully in many ward and stake callings in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her testimony of the gospel was unwavering, and she exemplified Christlike love through her kindness, humility, and quiet service. She was a source of strength and wisdom to her family and community.
Helen’s legacy is one of faith, devotion, and love. She will be remembered for her gentle spirit, her dedication to temple work, and the countless lives she touched through her example.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, August 21, 2025, at 11:00 AM at 1136 W 700 S, Pleasant Grove, Utah. A viewing will be held prior to the service from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Burial will follow at 1:00 PM at Memorial Redwood Mortuary and Cemetery, located at 6200 S. Redwood Rd, West Jordan, Utah. For those unable to attend the services in person, a recording of the services was made: https://youtu.be/CfwBReP30fA
The family expresses heartfelt gratitude for the love and support received during this tender time. Helen’s life was a blessing to all who knew her, and her memory will continue to inspire generations.
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