Roosevelt J. Hines

Roosevelt Jackson-Hines aka Jack was born December 5, 1938 in Florence, South Carolina. He was predeceased by his mother Pearl Hines, father Herbert Jackson and step-mother Doretha Jackson. Roosevelt’s early years were spent in Florence South Carolina, where he attended elementary school and Wilson Middle School. After the passing of his mother he joined his father and step-mother in Newport News, Virginia attending George W. Carver High School. Three short years later his father gained his wings and he relocated to Chester, Pennsylvania with his step-mother and three of his siblings. Chester is where he met the love of his life Doris Hice. Together they raised a blended family of five. Roosevelt enlisted in the United States Marine Corps serving six years, receiving an honorable discharge in 1962. After his return to the States he moved to Philadelphia with his Aunt Gladys and gained employment with American Van Lines moving and storage. He ended his career working over fifty years in the moving industry and retiring from Graebel Van Lines. Jack was an avid Philadelphia Eagles and Sixers fan. At home he enjoyed watching golf, Western Movies his favorites being Gun Smoke and Yellow Stone along with listening to his old Ray Charles CD’s on Sundays. His favorite pass time was going to the casino with his ride or die grandson Jamar and great-grandson Larriff (his two bankers). Having the gift of gab and knowledge about any and everything, he would engage in conversation with anyone who had time to listen and they were never disappointed. He was never concerned with how old or young you were or what walk of life you came from, he would encourage you and send you on your way. He was one of a kind, a great ear hustler, kind heart and roaming eye. He didn’t miss anything walking or talking. Although his health was failing he still didn’t miss a beat. Taking him to the doctor was a treat, he asked all the questions and received all the answers. As usual he called the shots and did everything his way. In the end he was at peace with his final decisions of his life. Jack’s legacy will live on through his family: Daughters Julie Hice-Carter, Marlene Hice, blended family, sons Roy Hice (deceased), Navelle Hice (Donna) and Jayson Hice. 15 grandchildren, 40 great-grandchildren, 4 great-great grandchildren. Four sisters Berta (Algie) Ricks, Jacqueline Willis, Yvonne Maynor (Billie) and Deborah Jackson. Four aunts Miriam Fred, Gladys Pygatt, Dorothy McDaniel and Clemmie Williams and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A special thanks to his loving caregivers who stood by his side up until his last day Deborah Jackson , Jermaine Herring(Ashley), Jamar Herring (Shannon, Majidah), Anntoinette Herring-Seeney, Larriff Herring (Lina), Kayla and Kenya Seeney(Destiny). Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6848386118?pwd=aEowQzdmYnVRcnVlc0RJOG8wdk9oUT09 Meeting ID: 684 838 6118 Passcode: 701871

Roosevelt J. Hines

December 5, 1938 - June 27, 2022