A.Z. Jefferson Jr.

ROCKFORD – A.Z. Jefferson Jr., age 80, of Rockford passed away peacefully Saturday January 23, 2021. Born in Starkville, MS on January 13, 1941 to A.Z. & Bessie Lee Jefferson Sr. (Petty). Beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and dear friend; he will remain forever in our hearts.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Estella Jefferson (Holliman); sons, Giles and Harlan Jefferson; daughters, Phyllis (Kenneth) Conley-Payne and Stephanie Cornelius; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; sisters, Ethel Anderson, Flora Cousin and Diane Boatner; brothers, George, William, Lincoln, Alvin & Archie Jefferson and Wade Perry; and many dear friends. He is predeceased by his oldest son, Julian D. Jefferson; mother, Bessie Lee Petty Jefferson; father, A.Z. Jefferson Sr.; step-mother, Delaphine McCraley Jefferson; brothers, Turner Lee Petty Sr. and Kenny Jefferson; and sister, Marsha Elaine Jefferson.

Services are Private. Cremation rites accorded. Christenson Funeral Home is assisting with arrangements. Memorials to the family.

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