Erman was born October 10, 1941, son of the late Martin and Lorene Jackson, in Colorado City. He was a long time resident of Parker County. Erman was an avid family man who loved life and never met a stranger. He enjoyed traveling and family camp outs. Mr. Jackson was preceded in death by his parents. Survivors: wife of 47 years, Patty Ann Jackson; son, Deryll Jackson of Weatherford; daughters, Debra Greenway and husband, James of Weatherford and Darla Criswell and husband, Phil of Granbury; grandchildren, Nathan, Jessica, Matthew, Lacy, Lindsey and Stephanie; and a host of loving family and friends.