Published at 15:43, Wednesday, 09 June 2010

JENNIFER Jackson, 68, and her husband, James, 67, of Stockbridge, Wilton, were both found dead on the road in the hamlet.

Victims 7&8 Jennifer and James Jackson

A family statement read: “James was the chief station officer for the ambulance service at Keswick and Barrow and then later worked for Hartley’s ice cream.

“Jennifer worked for Whitehaven tax office before having children and later worked on the accounts for Hartley’s.

“They have two grown-up children, a son, Chris, married to Shirley, and a daughter, Kathryn.

“James and Jennifer were members of the over 60s group and often supported events in the village hall.

“Jennifer was also secretary to Haile Parochial Church Council.

“She was gifted at gardening and flower arranging and gave generously of her talents. They have both supported the church in many ways.

“They were wonderful, quiet, loving people right at the heart of the communities of Haile and Wilton.

“Everyone here is in shock at this tragedy, trying to make sense of all that has happened. The community is close-knit and helps each other in tragedy.

“Thank you for all the expressions of support that have been received and now we ask for privacy for the grieving process.”

A funeral service for Mr and Mrs Jackson will be held at St Mary’s and St Michael’s Church, Egremont, on Tuesday, June 15 at 11am, followed by interment at Haile churchyard.

Donations can be made to the Lake District Search and Rescue Association or Macmillan Cancer Relief, c/o Adams, Read and Hocking, Ennerdale Road, Cleator Moor.

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