Jacquelyn Yvonne Travis Obituary
Jacquelyn's Story "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." 2 Timothy 4:7 THE LIFE OF OUR BELOVED SISTER, COUSIN, NEICE & FRIEND JACQUELYN YVONNE TRAVIS NOVEMBER 10, 1950 – APRIL 3, 2024 Jacquelyn "Jackie" Yvonne Travis began her life's story when her parents Willie L. Travis and Nancy Peck Travis welcomed her into their world on November 10th, 1950. Jackie attended local Jacksonville Florida schools, graduating in 1968 from EuGene J. Butler Junior/Senior High School. While in high school, Jackie participated in many activities including the Glee Club, and was on the Talon Yearbook Staff. Jackie had the distinction of being voted Prettiest Girl of the Class of 1968 by her classmates. After high school. Jackie attended Edward Waters College and obtained her bachelor's degree in early childhood education, followed by obtaining post-graduate degrees from Florida A&M University in Tallahassee, Florida. She also held a certification in Counseling.
Jackie accepted Christ and was baptized at an early age at Zion Hope Baptist Church in Jacksonville, Florida and was continually active in the Youth Ministry while a member there. Jackie also was instrumental in the initiation of her chapter of the Sigma Gamma Rho, Inc. Sorority. Jackie also administered and held positions in the 43rd Chapter of the Pallbearer's Union, an organization in which she was particularly proud of.
As an Educator, Jackie influenced, counseled, and guided many young students under her tutelage until her retirement. She loved her career and was proud of the students whose lives she shaped.
Everyone who knew Jackie knew that she was a pleasant, beautiful spirit who was gifted by God with both physical beauty and inner beauty despite the health challenges she faced. Jackie loved spending time with family, singing, dancing, playing piano and tennis.
At the time of her passing, Jackie lived in Tallahassee, Florida. Her family, friends, Teresa Whitehead and the staff at New Journeys Residential Home Care, are to be commended for the care, compassion and comfort Jackie received while a resident there.
Jackie leaves to mourn her passing two loving sisters; Dr. Birdie R. Travis, East Lansing, Michigan and Patricia Annette Travis, Atlanta, Georgia; dutiful cousins and their spouses who were like siblings to Jackie; Mildred Peck Hagans (Alphonso), Leroy Peck (Princess), Rev. John H. Peck (Rev. Dana), Geneva Peck Redding (Don), Sylvester Peck, Sr. (Evelyn), Dorothy Peck Harris (Benjamin), Laura Flynn, Evelyn, Shaina Flynn, Virginia Gifford, Rev. Louis Anderson (Carla), Lisa Allen (Leonard), Susie, Seay, Jacki Seabrooks, Delphine Hall, Lucinda Smith, Rev. Annie Green (Michael), Delphine Fenderson (William, numerous cousins, friends, and a devoted aunt, Dr. Dorothy Adams Peck, West Palm Beach, Florida).
Jackie was predeceased by her parents, Deacon Willie Travis, and Nancy Peck Travis.
A memorial service to celebrate Jackie's life will be held at 11:00 AM, Thursday, April 18, 2024 at Bevis Funeral Home Chapel, 200 John Knox Rd, Tallahassee, FL 32303. Todd Wahlquist is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, http://www.bevisfh.com).
When Moses was on the mountain in the presence of God, his change was mental and physical. He saw, felt and communicated with God. We as his children should strive to have that same experience, mInd, body and soul. Let's lead lives of service, humility and faith in God. We are working in his vineyard and our reward is not in riches, but in love. Let us thank our heavenly father for our strong bond with each other. Also, as we grieve, let us not do so as those who have no hope. Love conquers all. Todd Wahlquist is assisting the family with their arrangements (850-385-2193, http://www.bevisfh.com).
