Jackson "Jack" Penn Blailock, 91, of McComb went home to be with his Lord and Savior on January 26, 2021 at Gulfport Memorial Hospital in Gulfport, MS. Jack was born December 17, 1929 in McComb, the son of Aletha Estelle and Franklin Penn Blailock.

He was a Godly Christian man and lovingly served he Lord all his life. He was an active member of New Heights Baptist Church in Summit, MS for over 50 years. He was a devoted deacon serving on several committees over the years, including the Finance Committee. He also loved to sing in the church choir.

Jack was very outgoing and had many friends. He loved his wife, family, church family and friends. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.

Jack, Chief Aviation Machinist Mate, retired on September 1, 1977 from the United States Navy after 20 years of active service. During his Naval career, Jack served on several Naval bases stateside and on Navy ships, but also served in Okinawa and Cuba. On December 7, 1966, Jack received the Good Conduct Award from the Department of the Navy in recognition of his faithful, zealous and obedient Naval service.

Over the years, Jack has been a very active member of the McComb community. He worked with the Pike County Fair and was a long-time member of the Summit Rotary Club. He Served as Justice Court Judge for 9 years.

Jack was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters: Nancy Marie McKinley and Mary Joyce Slater and a daughter Lisa Blailock Creel.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Belle Boyd Blailock of McComb and a daughter, Shari Belle Blailock of McComb. Jack is also survived by his sister Ida Nell Allen of Byram and numerous nieces and nephews, their children and other relatives and friends.

Visitation will be Saturday, February 6, 2021 from 11 AM until time of service at 12 Noon at New Heights Baptist Church in Summit, MS with Bro. Rick Kennedy and Bro. Jerry Mixon officiating. There will not be a graveside service.

Due to Covid-19 restrictions and CDC guidelines, social distancing and face masks are requested at the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to New Heights Baptist Church Benevolent Fund, P.O. Box 649, Summit, MS 39666.

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