In Memory of Marcellus Jermaine Jackson

Following the death of Marcellus Jermaine Jackson, his sister and friends wrote in to share thoughts on the man they loved and in protest to judgments against him.

Below are some of their comments. This article is about how he lived, not his death.

If you have any memories of Jackson that you wish to share, we welcome them.

Memories of Marcellus Jermaine Jackson

"I was a very close friend of Marcelus Jackson....i would appreciate it if he can rest in peace please. There are so many people hurting behind this death!!!!....u just don't understand!!!!" wrote

"Jermaine was a true friend. I grew up with [sic] him in Charles County. I am still in shock from this. I hope they catch the cowards that took his life.i will keep the fam in my prayers.rest in peace brother," wrote .

"Thanks for the kind words. To "Realest", Marcellus Jermaine Jackson was my brother! He was the father of three young children. It's very difficult to find original residents in any town, city, or jurisdiction. You should be more considerate when making comments about the deceased," wrote .

"Jane doe I feel u and was buildin a very close relationship with jermaine...he was not only a father but a great uncle who tried to do whatever for his nephew, like a father, since his father is no longer here," wrote user, .

"Sorry for the loss to everyone that knew Mr. Jackson and love his memories.My prayers are with you all," wrote .

"I also was a friend of his, and anyone that knew him would never say anything negative. He is and was a wonderful man! I will always miss you," wrote .

"It amazes me that people are more conserned with the neighborhood than a wonderful man losing his life! You have no idea who he was, let alone "an original resident"... You will always be loved and missed Jermaine," wrote Cee Jay.