Kassidy Renee Jackson

Kassidy Renee Jackson was born on October 27, 2007, to Devosica Jackson and Kasey Rivers. Beautiful was truly an understatement when describing Kassidy. She was affectionately known by her nickname, “Stank,” a name that reflected her playful spirit and loving personality.

From birth, Kassidy was sweet, intelligent, and full of life. She had a natural ability to make light of any situation, always finding humor and spreading laughter wherever she went. She loved to dance, and her final dance group was RD3, where she expressed her passion and creativity.

On October 22, 2022, Kassidy gave birth to her beloved son, who became her entire world. She later attended Job Corps, and after completing her studies, she returned home to devote herself to caring for her son and being close to her family.

Kassidy had a love for beauty and style. She took great pride in her appearance and was a talented hairstylist, known especially for doing wigs with perfectionist precision. She enjoyed looking pretty and carried herself with confidence and grace.

She shared a deep and special bond with her cousin, Glendon Thompson, and loved her family fiercely. Kassidy lived with her heart wide open—bringing joy to others through her radiant smile, genuine compassion, and infectious laughter. To know Kassidy was truly to love her.

Kassidy Renee Jackson departed this life on January 8, 2026, at the tender age of 18. Though her time with us was far too short, her impact was immeasurable. She leaves behind beautiful memories that will forever be cherished. While we mourn her passing, we also celebrate the remarkable life she lived.

Those She Leaves to Cherish Her Precious Memories: her beloved son, Javarian Washington Jr.; her parents, Devosica (Clydell) Hawkins and Kasey Rivers; one sister, Clymri Jackson, and bonus sister, Rynigha Byrd; grandmothers, Yvonne Byrd and Brenda Butler; great-grandmothers, Barbara Byrd and Lucille (Robert) Rivers; grandfathers, Kevin Rivers Sr. and Angelo Jackson; aunts: Tyquandria Byrd, Rynisha Byrd, Wilhemina Hawkins, Dakota Jackson, Devasinna Davis, LoAsha Garner, and Kayla (Willie) Jarreau; uncles: Blandon Byrd, Janel Cole, Angelo Young, Anterrio Jackson, Karter Caesar, and Kevin Rivers; beloved Godmother, Tameria “Tammy” Thompson; Godbrother and Godsister, Tyree Thompson and Timara Thompson; and a loving host of cousins, extended family, and dear friends.

Kassidy was preceded in death by her great-great-grandparents, Bessie (Freddie) Milton, Henry L. Jackson Sr., and Georgia Butler; great-grandfather, Isaac “Bobo” Byrd; Godfather, Jerome O’Conner; cousin, Glennisha Thompson; De’Niyha Moore, Marquis Muse, Arnez Hawkins and Johnathan Triplett and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.