David Jackman was born to Roy and Phyllis (Baker) Jackman on February 28, 1944 in St. Petersburg, Florida and passed away on August 21, 2014 in Great Falls. Dave's father died when Dave was only seven years old. Dave's mom later married John "Jack" Snyder. Jack became a second father to Dave and raised him with all of the love that he could give.

Dave graduated from Great Falls High School and the College of Great Falls. He joined the Montana Air National Guard and attained the rank of Staff Sergeant while serving with the 120th squadron in Great Falls. Dave worked at the telephone company for almost four decades starting as a business representative for Mountain Bell and then as a combination technician for US West, Qwest, and FSH Communications.

Dave is survived by his wife Sandie (Nelson), son Gary (Erika), and daughter Sara Mahoney (Jon). His three granddaughters, Jane, Anne Marie, and Elsie, were a special joy to him and he was looking forward to a fourth granddaughter, Lily, who is due any day. Dave is also survived by his two brothers Bill Jackman (Cyndy), John Snyder (Sue), and their families. Dave had much love for all of his extended family and enjoyed spending time with his close friends. He had a fun-loving and caring personality that will be missed by many. Dave was preceded in death by his parents and his daughter, Lori Ann.

A memorial service is planned at the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Great Falls, on Wednesday August 27th, at 1:00 pm.

Memorial donations may be made to either the Montana Special Olympics or the Episcopal Church of the Incarnation in Great Falls.

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