Gerald Boots Jackson, Sr., “Togahe Giya” First to Fly passed away on Friday, October 14, 2022.
Boots was born on June 24, 1950 in Poplar, MT to George Grant “Kao” Jackson and Gertrude Louise “Tootie” Bushman Clark.
On May 15, 1993 he married Shirley June Jackson they resided in Poplar, MT and through their union they combined their children and grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Boots serviced in the Army and he held many careers throughout his lifetime, he was a police officer, Director of Fish and Game, SORNA Officer, Housing Commissioner and Tribal Executive Board Member.
Boots enjoyed visiting and spending time with family and friends. He forever had a story and would make everyone laugh with him. He enjoyed his card family, playing many games of Contract and Poker.
Boots is survived by his wife, Shirley June Jackson; his siblings Ron and Ruth Jackson, Calvin Clark, Coleen Clark, Lanette Clark; his daughter Leigh An Jackson and husband Russell “Rusty” Cochran; his sons Gerald and Xanthia Jackson, Ivan Witford, his daughters Autumn White and Criss Thompson, Leilani and Jason Dupree, Gina and Billy Bow, MC Jackson, Heather Jackson, Holly Jackson, Alicia Barker, Mitchellene Clark and AnnJenette Rodriguez; his nephews Roland Clark, David Clark, Mitchell Clark, Loren Clark and Calvin Clark; his grandchildren Christian “CJ” Hustad, Jayda, Kayden, and Joshua Jackson, Eliza and Skylar Jackson, Rain Shepard, Summer Falcon, Justin and Jude Reddoor; great grandchildren Lane and Evaleena; his sisters Sharon Plante and Edna Brien; his brothers Don Granbois, Mike Laliberty, Boy Ladd, Kelsey Packineau, Peter Big Stone; his uncles Lyle Denny, Sonny Bill Whitehead.
He is preceded in death by his parents, siblings, Kermit Clark, Ethel “Pie” Jackson, Judy and Cayin Rodriguez, George “Rusty” Jackson, Mitchell Clark and Roland Clark; sons Joshua Jackson and Wade White Eagle; daughter Adrienne “Annie” Jackson; nephews Brian Jackson, and John John Jackson, Bobby Rodriguez; special brothers Bob Boyer and Brian Akawinzy; uncles Dean Bushman, Luke Bushman, Pat Bushman; aunts Joyce, Roberta and Mary Bushman.
Please forgive us if we have left anyone out, that was not our intention.
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel has been entrusted with arrangements. Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Greg and Chris Holler-Dinsmore says
Deepest condolences to Bootsie’s family and friends. May you find comfort in the knowledge that he has passed over into the loving arms of the Creator, and may you find healing in the love and care of family and friends. Lifting you up in prayer.
Nelson L Heart says
Enjoyed knowing Gerald while I was station on the Fort Peck reservation. He will be missed, was a very kind person, RIP 🙏
Fred McGeshick, Jr. says
Condolences, prayers for the family. Bootsie had a heart of gold and a giving spirit. Rest in peace and will always have great memories of you cousin. God bless you and comfort you!
Tina Magnan says
Bootie will be missed by all family and friends. What a reunion they are having in heaven. Prayers to all his family and friends.
Ethelyn Moccasin says
My sincerest condolences and prayers to Bootsie’s family.. He will be missed.. give your cousin Ronn a hug for me..🙏🙏🙏
David Boyd says
Shirley and family our prayers are with you all.
Donald Boyd says
R.I.P My Neighbor And Elderly Friend Was Nice Knowing You And Deepest Condolences To The Family In The Days Ahead…
Cheryl Cantrell says
My Sincerest Condolences to Bootsie’s family. He was a very well respected man. Touched many hearts. Journey well!
Emoree Gray says
Rest in peace Boots! Prayers and condolences to his family. 🙏
Linda Herschel says
Our sincere condolences. Hugs and prayers from Oklahoma, Linda Herschel and Robin Garrison 🙏🏻🙏🏻🌷🌷
Frank DeMarrias says
I met Bootie in 75 and I got to play a lot of pool with him and this man was so funny. Gonna miss his sense of humor. My condolences to his families. RIP my friend, Godspeed.
Warren Crowe says
Thoughts and prayers to the entire Jackson family. Sorry for your loss. RiP Bootsie.
EJ Lambert says
You will be missed my friend, gonna miss your texts and messaging which always left me laughing and smiling my sincere condolences to Shirley and all the families … I will see you again Boots
Robert/Terry McAnally says
To all of Bootsie’s family and friends, our hearts and prayers go out to you all. May the Creator hold you all in loving hands as you all move through this time of grieving. He left us all with good memories.
Denise lester says
Prayers 🙏 for his family
Joni McClammy says
Dear Shirley and Jackson family,
So sorry for your loss; Bootsie will be missed by all who knew him! My deepest sympathy and condolences to each of you. Prayers and thoughts are with you, may he fly high!
Greg Bushman says
Condolences to Shirley and Bootsie’s Family. RIP cousin.
Jonny BearCub says
May your walk across that Star Road home be filled with happy memories as you are welcomed home by many who have gone before you. On Earth many will miss you but memories will come with the tears and Life must go on. Prayers of comfort to the family.
Charles. Red boy says
Gonna miss you at the casino and you asking how everything is going and when am I gonna go back and cook for the tribes b.o.c. rest in peace my friend
Iva Zimmerman says
Condolences to the family!
Roxann Smith says
Sending prayers for all of Bootsie’s families, friends, and most especially his wife and children.
Jake R says
RIP Bootsie. See you then.