Celebrating the life of
Jacqualand "Jackie" Burn
October 04, 1958 - September 03, 2026
Jacqualand “Jackie” Burn, born October 4, 1958, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, September 3, 2026 surrounded by her family after returning home from Memorial Hospital under the care of Hospice.
Jackie was preceded in death by her parents, Lawson and Dot; her brother, Wayne Yeo; and her sister, Susie.
She leaves behind her sister Peggy, her husband of 41 years, Alan; her children, Ashley and his wife, Britney, and Heather and her husband, Jason; and her beloved grandchildren, Ashton, Avery, Makenzie, and Brayden and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jackie was well known to so many as the “J” in A-J’s Dockside Restaurant on Tybee Island, a place that became not only a successful business, but a gathering place for friends, neighbors, visitors, and generations of families.
Before beginning her life in the restaurant business, Jackie worked for several years at the Savannah Morning News. She and her husband later decided to embark on a new adventure together, purchasing a tour boat and starting Jolly Mon Dolphin Tours. They operated the tour business on the Back River of Tybee Island, sharing their love of the water and the island with countless visitors.
That adventure eventually led them into the restaurant business. In January 2003, Jackie and her husband opened A-J’s Dockside Restaurant. For the next 22 years, Jackie helped make A-J’s a beloved part of the Tybee Island community. After more than two decades of welcoming guests, working alongside employees who often became like family, and creating countless memories, Jackie retired at the end of 2025.
Those who knew Jackie will remember much more than the businesses she helped build. She will be remembered for her love of family and friends, her generosity, her strength, her sense of humor, and the way she made people feel welcome. Jackie loved deeply, and she was deeply loved in return.
Her passing leaves an enormous emptiness in the lives of those who loved her, but also a lifetime of memories, stories, laughter, friendships, and love that will continue to be shared for years to come.
The visitation and memorial service will be at Fox & Weeks Islands Chapel on Thursday, September 10, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
To Jackie's Family, Am so sorry to hear about Jackie. I can remember when she was just a small kid on the island. Her brother Wayne started the island with the saying Tybeeian. Everyone knew everyone and looked after each other. Jackie grew up showing that trait. She will be missed. Jackie and Charlie
- Jackie and Charlie Brown, Tybee Island/Metter, GA
Alan and Family.Our Heart goes out to each of you,Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you all..May you find Peace in the memories you and Jackie créated together..Much Love for All of you!
- Craig and Linda Lanier, Ellabell, Ga
A candle has been lit!
R I P
- Sandra Piper, Walhalla , SC
Oh, we're heartbroken to lose such a precious friend. She is a big part of our best memories coming to AJ's for years. Alan, we send you our biggest hugs and most fervent condolences. Love, Elaine and David
- Elaine and David Barrow, Savannah, GA
Alan, I haven't seen you since Gulfstream days. I met Jackie a couple times while in Tybee. You are a lucky man to have had her by your side all these years. Cherish those memories. I am so sorry for your loss.
- Steve Schupp , Sausalito , California
A candle has been lit!
My deepest condolences to you and your family.
- James Casper, Savannah , Ga
Wonderful person and a great friend.
- Charlie Altman, Statesboro, GA
Wonderful person and a great friend.
- Charlie Altman, Statesboro, GA
Wonderful person and a great friend.
- Charlie Altman, Statesboro, GA
Our hearts go out to the family for such a treasured loss. May God take your hand and guide you and may you find peace.
- Rev. Sue Jackson and Ben Jackson, Tybee Island, Ga.
Our hearts go out to the family for such a treasured loss. May God take your hand and guide you and may you find peace.
- Rev. Sue Jackson and Ben Jackson, Tybee Island, Ga.
There comes a time when we all meet this part of it. Not my favorite subject at all. I do want to wish Condolences to Alan the kids Peggy Erin Bubba and Robbie. I have known the family since we were all kids growing up together on Tybee. She was a great business person as well as just a great all around Tybee Kid! I pray the Lord our God hold each of you till we meet again.
- Michael Hosti, Tybee Island, Georgia
I am so very sorry to learn of Jackie's passing and want to extend my condolences to her entire family. Jackie was such a very sweet, outgoing person and always had a great smile on her face. May God bless you all during these difficult and sad times, missing your dear Jackie.
- Kaye Burch, Savannah, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
912-898-0900
- Visitation
- 6:00-7:00 p.m. on Thu, September 10, 2026
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
-
4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900
- Memorial Service
- 7:00 p.m. on Thu, September 10, 2026
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
-
4605 Hwy 80 East (map)
Savannah GA 31410 - 912-898-0900