Celebrating the life of
Jackson McLeod Hightower
August 13, 1999 - March 31, 2025
It is with deep sadness that the family of Jackson McLeod Hightower announces his passing. He died peacefully on March 31, 2025 in Boston, Massachusetts.
Jackson was born in Savannah, Georgia on August 13, 1999. He was raised and schooled in Savannah before starting a career in deep water diving, welding and construction. He earned his dive certifications in Charleston, SC and worked on various projects across the country before settling in Boston. Jackson was highly regarded by his colleagues and coworkers for his diligence, reliability and professionalism. He worked his way into the Local 56 Pile Drivers & Divers Union at a relatively young age. He was described by a senior Union official as "having a bright future" and " an up and coming player in the dive industry".
Jackson loved his work but also enjoyed many outdoor pursuits that he shared with his family and friends. He was an accomplished sailor and boatsman. He was passionate about fishing, shooting, bird hunting, hiking, and most of all snow skiing. Jackson had a great sense of adventure and loved to travel and explore, especially with his dog Cash. He was a talented artist and, despite having no formal art training, created some rather impressive drawings and charcoals. Mainly his art was a way for him to relax and express his creative abilities.
Those who knew Jackson will remember him for his wonderful sense of humor, his big smile and his affable nature. Mostly though he will be remembered for his graciousness and the love and loyalty to his family and friends. His passing represents a great loss and he will be missed terribly by all you knew and loved him.
Jackson is survived by his parents Dr. Richard R. Hightower, Jr. and Mrs. Louisa Waters Cate; step parents, Mrs. Cynthia Ragan Hightower and Mr. Grant Cate; sister, Lillian Louisa Hightower; brother, Richard Russell Hightower, III and fiancée Ms. Lindley Russell; aunt and uncles, Holly and Rick Dubois, Brandi and Emerson Waters and Ross and Hayley Waters; cousins, Tinsley, Sawyer, Grace, Mills, June, Hannah and Emma; as well as his beloved dog Cash. He is also survived by his very close friends Julia and Kyle of Boston, and Grainger, Thomas, Will and Noah of Savannah. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Emerson Waters, Jr. of Savannah, Mr. and Mrs. Richard R. Hightower, Sr. of McDonough, Georgia, and cousin, Hewitt Waters of Savannah.
Jackson will be laid to rest in Savannah alongside his grandparents, Nina & Dinda. There will be a visitation at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel on Saturday April 12, 2025 from 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Graveside service and burial will be on Sunday April 13, 2025 at 2:00pm in Greenwich Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, Jackson would have loved any contributions to be made to the Humane Society of Greater Savannah, 7215 Sallie Mood Dr, Savannah, GA 31406.
I am so very sorry for your loss. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
- Karen Harp Ivey, Warner Robins, GA
I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
- Catherine Lee Harp, Phoenix , AZ
Our sympathies & condolences. We remember him as a small boy , playing in the cul de sac at his grandparents house.
- Jimmy & Marlene Paschall, McDonough, Ga
We are so saddened to hear of your loss.
- Russ and Susie Sliker, Pooler, Georgia
My prayers are with you and your family. His of 92 love you.
- Kimberly Watkins, Louisville, GA
My prayers are with you and your family. His of 92 love you.
- Kimberly Watkins, Louisville, GA
We are saddened and sorry for your loss. You ate all in our thoughts and prayers.
- Wayne & Kristie Russell , Greenville , S.C
The whole Davis Family is grieving your loss. Miss Judy, Kim, Kathy and Julie send our heart felt prayers during this difficult time.
- Davis Family, Flowery Branch, Ga
I am in shock and so sorry. This is too much for you and your family. Prayers for you Louisa and your family. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. Heather Sims Kaeser
- Heather Sims Kaeser, Savannah, Georgia
My heart breakers for you all. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Sylvia Kolozsvary , Winter Park , Florida
Jackson was a great young man. I just got the privilege of just meeting him in the last few months and got to dive together every day for weeks growing our friendship he was very liked in the union and will be missed very much.
- Dillon Regan, Cohassat , Massachusetts
Jackson was very great guy. I worked close to Jackson in the union and became good friends he will be very missed.
- Kevin Isadorski, Galena , MD
Rusty and Cindy, I am so very sorry for your loss.
- Donna Adamson, Savannah, GA
My condolences on your loss. You are all in my prayers.
- Sheila Moore, Savannah, GA
I am so sorry to hear this news. Peace to you and your family.
- Charles Bridgers, Atlanta, GA
Heartbroken to hear about your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers
- Dr Michelle L Wilson, Savannah, GA
Rusty, Cindy and family. We are so sorry for your loss. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Sending you lots of love.
- Kathy & Don Lewis , Stockbridge , GA
We love you and pray for comfort and peace.
- Lana & Michael Bryan, Richmond Hill, GA
My condolences to the family, Jackson was an awesome guy to work with and incredibly awesome dude to hang out outside of work, will heavily miss chatting with him and hanging out
- Frankie suarez, Chelsea, Ma
Sending our prayers and condolences to the family. From CWC Liberty County
- Penethia R Turner, Midway, GA
With deepest sympathy for your loss. May he rest with the angels.
- Frank Love, Pooler, Ga.
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 3:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Sat, April 12, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
-
7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Graveside Service
- 2:00 p.m. on Sun, April 13, 2025
- Greenwich Cemetery
-
330 Greenwich Road (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-651-6843
