Jeweller Deloris Star Jackson Of Scotty Jackson Jewellers is Dead
May 10, 2021 | Hopeton O’Connor-Dennie |
An Elegy To A Jewel Of Fortitude
It is with deep sadness that I pen this elegy
To star Jackson a Matriarch of tremendous zest and energy
She appeared larger than life
As she knew how to handle suffering and strif
Star battled cancer for more that 21 years
Yet she did not roll over with fears
She may have privately shed many a tear
But publicly she lived life radiating consummate cheer
Did she mask her pain?
That fortitude was indeed her fame
She shone as brightly as the jewel she assembled
Doing so with skill, as good as any
She proved to be a jewel of fortitude
Only equal to the poise she did exude
Always ready to help a stranger
She was never a loner
That was how we started our acquaintance
Which was due to her keen observance
One fateful morning she offered me a ride on my way to work
It turned out that it was for us of great worth
This was the start of a solid acquaintance
One without any apparent pretence
She refused to retire, despite her failing health
Yet she soldiered on oftentimes defying how she felt
At times discomfort was clearly etched on her face
Such fortitude shown was with dignity & grace
Star Jackson was larger than life
As she was equally a devoted wife
Married with children for over 40 years
Which clearlly were her life’s cares
She spoke lovingly of her partner
Even if he was not always her sole provider
That bond that held them together
Must here be recorded forever
I will miss your genuine smile
Which lingered in my mind for a long while
You did not suffer fools lightly
Your laughter at times was quite haughty
You always said you liked my jokes
Funny comments were also your strokes
As you captivated the attention of many folks
Your love for flowers was legendary
A fact that is etched in my memory
You visited with friend Joan to tour my garden
Both left with plants which costed you both not a farthing
With Star I shared my prized palm tree
Giving plants to you both for free
You accepted my gift with glee
Assuring me how well taken cared of they would be
You are indeed the lucky few
For me to have shared even my prized palm without a fee
On not so light a note my friend
There were inescapable experiences on which Joan and I had to contend
Star was never known to shy away from an argument
Alas! Never afraid to express any disagreement
On the business sphere
Star showed she really did care
Star had a passion for good customer service
As she never seem to stop to decide for a bit
If a delivery was worth it
That for me will be her lasting legacy
Coupled with her trademark segasety
Like a hard hitting boxer, your jabs did sting
Equally, you were never a prisoner to bling
Alas! Other times your kind words did slide
Flowing off your tongue with pride
The gates to larger life opened wide
Yes, you were gently ushered inside
You accepted without hesitation
His open in invitation
Ride on, ride on, your majesty
Yours has been an inning of some mastery
The Lord saw that you were getting tired
He said it was time you be retired
With me you are wanted by my side
In my loving arms to abide
It will be sad to see you leave earth
Your parting will no doubt cause some hurt
But this rare opportunity you should not skirt
Although you are not known to flirt
Yours has been an inning of some mastery
Ode To A caring Soul
With over 80 runs on the board quite a mystery
Albeit at times, likely happening with some misery
You were a jewel of fortitude
For which you deserve much gratitude
You came, you saw, you conquered
That is why today you are being honoured
Honoured with this tribute as you deserved to lauded
May the Angels come to meet you in Paradise
Escorting you to where you likely will permanently reside
And usher you into the Holy City Jerusalem
Amen!
By Hopeton O’Connor-Dennie, poet, elegist, satirist and an associate of Deloris Star Jackson. She was a woman of class. Rest in peace, gentle soul.