Michael Jackson’s father Joe Jackson died at the age of 89 on June 27.
Paris Jackson, daughter of Michael was at Joe Jackson’s bedside as he passed away following his battle with pancreatic cancer.
The 20-year-old shared her final moments with her grandfather in her Instagram post with the caption:
‘’RIP The HAWK. Joseph Jackson.”
”spending those last few moments with you were everything.point 180 | being able to tell you everything I needed to tell you before saying goodbye was such a blessing.point 260 |
everyone that came to visit you, came with love, respect, and so much pride in their hearts for you.point 82 | proud of you, proud to be your children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, proud to have your strength and share the dynasty you spent your life creating, and proud to be a Jackson.point 239 |
you are the first true Jackson.point 26 | the legend that started it all.point 52 | none of us would be anywhere near where we’re at if it weren’t for you.point 113 | you are the strongest man I know.point 140 | your life’s work will go down in history, as will you, to be known as one of the greatest patriarchs to ever live.point 234 |
I will cherish every moment with you til the day I die, especially our last moments.point 69 | being able to hold your hand, lay with you and cuddle you, give you kisses all over your cheeks and forehead, meant more to me than you’ll ever know.point 192 | quoting advice you gave me when I was a little kid and seeing your eyes light up, sharing stories my dad used to tell me about you, telling a joke and hearing you laugh for the last time.point 342 |
my heart is full knowing we left each other in that way.point 45 | I made you promise me you’ll come to visit me.point 84 | you agreed and I’m going to hold you to it.point 120 | and I promised you that we will keep telling your story, over and over.point 178 | to never be forgotten.point 197 | my great grandchildren will know who Joseph Jackson is.point 244 |
I love you, grandpa.point 17 | so so so much that words can’t describe.point 52 | I have immense gratitude for you, and always will.point 94 | we all feel that way.point 111 | thank you for everything.point 133 | truly.point 139 | rest in peace and transition.point 164 | I’ll see you in my dreams very very soon.point 199 | ’’point 205 | 1
Other members of Jackson family also paid tribute to Joe Jackson including Paris’ brother Prince.
He wrote: ‘’This man is and always will be an example of sheer willpower and dedication. He didn’t choose the path that was the easiest but he chooses the path that was best for his family. You taught me to take pride in the Jackson name and what it really means, you taught me dedication in the face of adversity and most of all you showed me strength and fearlessness. There is and never will be someone like you. Fly free and until we meet again The Hawk.’’
TJ Jackson also shared a picture of his grandfather with the caption: ‘’You did the unthinkable.point 220 |
You gave your all (and the prime years of your life) to make sure your kids and your family were a success.point 86 | Some people will never understand the commitment and love it takes to do what you did.point 157 | My life could have been so much different if it weren’t for you.point 211 |
I could have been in a gang.point 22 | I could have a father who was in and out of jail.point 60 | But I don’t.point 72 | Why? Because you were plugged into your kids lives and saw a dream that they (or even the world) didn’t know could exist.point 173 | It took all of your strength to keep your entire family safe from the real dangers in life.point 247 |
You are misjudged but I know who the real you is.point 39 | And as your grandson, I am forever grateful for the strength I have from you.point 102 | I will always remember what I’ve learned from you.point 146 | I will always cherish you.point 168 | Always.point 175 | I love you, grandpa.point 192 | ’’point 198 | 1