Dublin Core
Title
Jackson Cemetery
Subject
Colbert County, Alabama; Muscle Shoals, Alabama; Jackson Cemetery; Cemeteries
Description
The Jackson Cemetery was established in 1918 by Alex Jackson as a burial place for his adoptive family. Vinson Perkins, the grandson of Jackson's adoptive parents, was caretaker of the cemetery from 1978 until his death in 2006.
To reach the cemetery from Woodward Avenue in Muscle Shoals, head east on 2nd Street, turn right onto Wilson Dam Road, and drive four blocks. Jackson Cemetery is on the right, past Rosedale Street.
To reach the cemetery from Woodward Avenue in Muscle Shoals, head east on 2nd Street, turn right onto Wilson Dam Road, and drive four blocks. Jackson Cemetery is on the right, past Rosedale Street.
Creator
Brian Corrigan, University of North Alabama
Source
Joseph D. Bryant, "Old Cemetery Symbol of Family, History for Caretaker," TimesDaily, March 1, 2003.
Obituary for Vinson Perkins, Sr., TimesDaily, April 11, 2006.
Obituary for Vinson Perkins, Sr., TimesDaily, April 11, 2006.
Publisher
Alabama Cultural Resource Survey
Date
November 26, 2015
Format
text, image