“THE JOY OF THE LORD IS OUR STRENGTH” – Nehemiah 8:10 With both deep sorrow and unshakable hope in Christ, we honor and celebrate the life and legacy of Pastor Leonard Charles “LC” Jackson, beloved husband, father, pastor, and servant of God. Pastor Jackson, a resident of Clinton, Oklahoma, was born on August 29, 1958, in Elk City, Oklahoma, to Archie and Catherine (Howell) Jackson. On Saturday, March 7, 2026, he transitioned from this earthly life into the presence of the Lord at OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma — where we are confident he heard the words every faithful servant longs to hear: “Well done, good and faithful servant.”
Leonard was raised in Elk City, Oklahoma, and graduated from Elk City High School. From an early age, he carried a heart that was both compassionate and bold in faith. Those who knew him knew that he never met a stranger. Whether in conversation, prayer, or encouragement, Pastor Jackson had a God-given ability to connect with people and pour life into them.
He loved staying active and could often be found cutting grass, lifting weights, or taking long walks. Yet what truly energized him was people — sharing stories, laughter, wisdom, and most of all the hope found in Jesus Christ. He found joy in the simple things in life and treasured time spent with family, friends, and anyone God placed in his path.
On May 12, 2003, Leonard married the love of his life, Wilma Randle Jackson, in Clinton, Oklahoma. Together they built not only a marriage but a ministry rooted in faith, love, and obedience to God’s calling. Pastor Jackson faithfully served as Co-Pastor of H.O.S.T Ministries Church, standing beside his wife, Pastor Wilma Jackson, as they poured into the lives of many. His heart burned with passion for the Word of God, and he carried a shepherd’s heart — always ready to pray, encourage, counsel, and speak life into those who needed hope.
Pastor Jackson also faithfully served the Clinton community through his work with the City of Clinton, where he built meaningful friendships and demonstrated the same servant-hearted spirit he carried in ministry.
For over nine years, he also served as clergy to the Mission House in Clinton, offering spiritual guidance, prayer, and encouragement to those seeking refuge and restoration. His life reflected the heart of Christ — meeting people where they were and reminding them that God’s love was still reaching for them.
Pastor Jackson will be remembered for his gentle spirit, unwavering faith, contagious joy, and the powerful encouragement he brought to so many. His life was a living testimony that joy is not found in circumstances but in the Lord. Though his voice is now quiet on earth, the seeds he planted in the hearts of many will continue to bear fruit for generations to come.
He leaves behind a beautiful legacy of faith, love, and service.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Wilma Jackson of the home; five sons, Joshua Jackson and wife Kayla of Elk City, Oklahoma, Jacob Pena and wife Amber of Cordell, Oklahoma, Jeremy Pena of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Jason Crawford of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and Pierrie “Deshawn” Crawford of Tulsa, Oklahoma; a beloved spiritual son, Shaquille “Shaq” Catchings of Oklahoma City; and five daughters, Raven Jackson and fiance Jeffery of Clinton, Oklahoma, Charlize Jackson of Edmond, Oklahoma, Staci Nelson and husband Stephen of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Sunsheonna “Sonny” Jackson of Seattle, Washington, and Latuisha Davis and husband Steven of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
He is also survived by his sisters: Ruth Starr and husband Wenzel of Lansing, Kansas; Margaret Branch and husband Jesse of Albuquerque, New Mexico; Carolyn Edmundson of Newnan, Georgia; and Markeitha Smith and husband Nathan of Senoia, Georgia.
His brothers include Robert Jackson and wife Olethia of Macon, Georgia; Pastor Ricky Jackson and wife Joyce of Lansing, Kansas; Terry Jackson and wife Sandra of Clinton, Oklahoma; Michael Jackson and wife Stacy of Callaway, California; Dwight Jackson and wife Vickie of Elk City, Oklahoma; and Richard Jackson and wife Vickey of Memphis, Tennessee.
He also leaves behind numerous grandchildren, greatgrandchildren, one uncle, Tim Bagby, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, church family, and dear friends whose lives were forever touched by his love, laughter, and faith. His prayer team: Ministers Fred Huber, David West, and, Donald Webb.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Cornerstone Church in Clinton, Oklahoma, officiated by his brother, Pastor Ricky Jackson. Burial will follow at Fairlawn Cemetery in Elk City, Oklahoma, under the direction of Lee Hometown Funeral Home.
As we gather to honor his life, we hold firmly to the truth Pastor Jackson often declared: “The Joy of the Lord is our Strength.”
And that joy — rooted in Christ — remains with us still.