Doyle Dean Jackson passed away on May 4, 2026. He was born on January 23, 1937, in Portageville, MO. He was a graduate of Central High School, St. Louis, MO, and a Member of St.Patrick’s Church in Jonesburg, MO.
Doyle was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Dianna Mae Bereuter Jackson of St. Louis, whom he celebrated 58 years with before her passing. His parents, Harvey Louis Jackson and Ina Lorraine Permenter Jackson; brothers, Archie Paul Jackson, Harvey Louis and Martha Jackson, Arnold Gene Jackson; sisters, Deloma and John Hoffman, Palma Lee McKee; sisters-in-law, Norma Jackson, Norma Bereuter; and nephew, Timothy Cool.
Doyle was a wonderful husband, father, brother, and beloved uncle. He was a member of Ironworkers Local 396, an Army Reserve sharpshooter rifleman, a cowboy, and a real estate entrepreneur and developer.
Dean loved Deats and was her biggest fan. He loved horses, rodeos, and morning coffee with her. He was a man of deep faith. He loved hunting and fishing, telling stories, and he loved a good joke. He loved singing and playing music with his family. His job was playing spoons, which he took seriously with a big smile. He was proud of his many nieces and nephews.
He developed the first 3-5-acre tracts in St. Charles County. He raised his family in New Melle, MO, and developed subdivisions like Flint Hill Estates, Flint Lock Estates, New Melle Woods, and more. He was a teacher and mentor to many, always willing to offer his advice and share his experiences. He never judged anyone; he just enjoyed their company. He had a kind heart and a willingness to help anyone in need. He never knew a stranger, even if he had forgotten their name.
He is survived by his children, Brian and Jennifer Jackson, and Stacy and Tom Vehige; brothers-in-law, Allen (Whitey) McKee and Darrell (Donna) Bereuter; sisters-in-law, Mary Ellen Jackson; grandchildren, Justin Vehige, Kyle and Jera Vehige, Alyssa Jackson, Grace Vehige, and Brenden Jackson; great-grandson, Stetson Vehige; beloved nieces and nephews; and godchildren, Marla OHanlon and Karen Niemi.
Visitation: Saturday, May 9, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Pitman Funeral Home, 1545 Wentzville Parkway, Wentzville, Missouri 63385.
Funeral: Saturday, May 9, at 11 a.m. at Pitman Funeral Home, Wentzville.
Memorials: St. Patrick Catholic Church, Jonesburg, in care of Pitman Funeral Home, 1545 Wentzville Parkway, Wentzville, Missouri 63385.
Interment: Saturday, May 9, at Park Lawn Cemetery, 1800 Lemay Ferry Rd., St. Louis, MO 63125.