"I am thinking of you today after seeing your beautiful photo on FB. I'll always remember the happy times at the Jackson's gatherings growing up with all our wonderful Grandparents, Uncles & Aunt and swarms of us cousins running around. How we wish we could turn back the clock - that there is always tomorrow - and will cherish the recent Northern CA Jackson's which you help organize to bring our family together. You will never be forgotten and may God give you peach and embrace your family during this diffucult times. Love you forever cousin - Arturo Jackson III"
In loving memory of
Natasha Crista Jackson Garrett
October 27, 1977 - January 22, 2012
Natasha Crista Jackson Garrett was born on October 27, 1977, in Los Angeles, California to Carlos and Herlinda Jackson. She passed away on January 22, 2012, at the age of 34.'So much of me and who I am exists because I knew you, a handprint on my heart...'From her birth, and to this day, the family and friends learned from Natasha, to smile, to laugh through anything, to love and approach each other and demonstrate love and compassion.Natasha grew up with her brothers, Adrian Carlos, and Nicholas, along with her parents, Carlos and Herlinda Quintero Jackson, in Alhambra, California.She attended St. Benedict School in Montebello, and graduated from Ramona Convent Secondary School in Alhambra.She moved to Davis, California, to attend the University of California at Davis. She made Sacramento, California, her home until January 2012.Natasha participated in community sports, loved camping and traveling with family and began her interests in photography, artistic crafts, computer science and social networking.She used all these skills in her career in the area of technical consultation in health agencies. She shared a caniness for finding the best buys in travel and online shopping, often volunteering to put together itineraries for family and friends.From high school to her present life, Natasha's interests and heart went into these and she excelled, developing a passion for ancestry and family linkage, along with culinary arts.Compassion, warmth and inspiration were graces she showered on many, and we all are better for having her in our lives. She had a tender heart for the seniors, children and an angelic reverence for the elders in her family.Natasha also enjoyed various entertainment genres. She daily walked her dog, Raisin, along the American River, and frequented online social networking, teaching others how to social network. This included helping family and friends out of their computer and onlines glitches.Her other passion was caring for three turtles and two tortoises, Riley and Saladito.More than anything else, Natasha showered her love and devotion, along with her fabulous sense of humor, onto her family, friends, her fiance, Dan, and her pets.She loved being with her family and friends, connecting and re-connecting close and distant relatives. This is her legacy: come together, spend long hours together, laugh and stay in touch.She lived her earthly life doing so.Natasha was a joy to be with, and she let you know that you were important in her life.Because she loved us, you and we are 'defying gravity.' We know that there is nothing that will hold her spirit, her love, or devotion from us. We will continue to have her here in our lives.Natasha's courage, strength and love shine on in her choice to give the ultimate gift so that others may live. She inspires us allGod has raised your soul to soar, Mijita. You have inspired us all.A viewing service will begin at 5:30pm on Thursday, February 2, 2012, at First Friends Church of Whittier, 13203 Philadelphia Street, Whittier, California. A Vigil Service will begin at 7pm that same evening also at First Friends. Viewing will conclude at 9:30pm.A Mass for Christian Burial will be held on Friday, February 3, 2012, at 9:30 am at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, 7215 South Newlin Avenue, Whittier, California,, 90602. Interment will follow the funeral service at Resurrection Cemetery, 966 N. Potrero Grande Drive, Montebello, California.
Tributes
"My deepest condolences for the loss of your beautiful Natasha. We worked together from the first day she joined DaVita until she transferred to the IT department. She was kind, generous and so full of life and I will treasure the time we spent working together. She loved you all so much. May she rest in peace with the Lord forever."
"Please accept my sincere condolences for the loss of your beautiful loved one. Our loving Creator never intended for us to suffer such pain. May you find comfort in all you loved about Natasha, as well as your faith in all that the Bible promises concerning the future of our loved ones under perfect conditions, free from sorrow and tears and even death. (Rev.21:3,4)"
"Although, I have not met Natasha, it will be my honor to be a small part of her services.Cordially,Julie Roy-Harp4funerals.com"
"Matthew 5:4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted"
"Dear Uncle Carlos, Aunt Linda and Family,I am writing to give my condolences for the loss of Natasha, as words cannot express how truly sorry I am for your loss. Even though I am here in Arizona please understand that my thoughts and prayers are with the both of you and your sons. I will always remember the last time I saw Natasha when our families got together and went out for some Mexican food in Azusa, CA. I had the privilege to be seated next to Natasha and her fianc, and it was a memorable lunch as I remember having a great conversation with her, and sharing some great laughs. However, not only did I have a great time at the restaurant, I remember being very impressed with Natasha as she really was a young woman with a huge heart. For this reason, I know she will be missed greatly by many as she touched many people's lives. I will keep your family in my prayers and I am truly sorry for your loss.With love,Kathleen Pizano"
"Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family. We met Natasha at Ramona Convent and later when she moved to Northern California we discovered that she worked for DaVita, the same company I have worked for the last several years. It was great to tie that connection and I was told that she was a model employee. May your memories bring you peace and comfort in the name of our Blessed Savior. Her love will be a reminder of how we should live. God Bless you, Gloria and Willie Ramos"
"Natasha, You will always have a place in my heart. I will miss your warm and genuine spirit, your loving smile and laughter. I miss you so much and wish I can just see you again one last time but I find peace knowing that you are forever with the Lord. Love always, your friend Roseanne"
"Natasha you will be missed greatly. We shared fun times together that i will always remember. Your giving personality and Happy Attitude, Im going to miss."
"Natasha spending the last four days of your life with you and your family has been one of the most touching moments in my life. I feef blessed to have held your hand, kissed you farewell, and thanked you for being an exemplary person. I have learned so much from you in the past 34 yrs. you have made me a better person. You have taken a piece of my heart with you on your eternal journey to Heaven.I am at peace knowing that all our loved ones that have gone before you have welcomed you with open arms...until we meet again I will always LOVE YOU."
"Natashas life was too brief, yet her selfless love will always be a reminder of the best in us. To her family I am forever grateful and honored for the moments I shared in her company."
"Natasha & Family, you are in my prayers and thoughts. May the peace of our Lord enter your hearts and you find comfort there in His arms."