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Washington, Jamaar

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Rochester: Jamaar was born on Monday, June 9, 1980 in Rochester, NY. Jamaar received Jesus as his Savior at an early age at The Greater Adams Street Church of God by Faith under Dr. & Mrs. David C. Rourk. Throughout Jamaar's life he went through many transitions, but he always remembered the God and faith of his youth. In 2007, he became a member of Victorious Living Christian Life Center under the leadership of Deacon Michael & Pastor Barbara JP Thomas (Mom).

Jamaar loved sports. He played football several years for the Southwest Colts, this is where he received his nickname "Pee-wee", a name that was shortened to "P" as he became an adult. As a member of the Colts his small size, big heart, and determination was the beginning of Jamaar winning numerous athletic awards. Jamaar also proudly wore the #5 as a member of the Wilson Magnet High School Wildcats. In 1994 he was awarded the "Most Valuable Athlete of the Year Award". Jamaar volunteered faithfully at The Rochester Family Mission and eventually became an employee for the Mission's environmental services.

He was pre-deceased by his brother Michael Anthony Washington II, uncle Steve Washington, grandfather Willie Mack and his great-grandparents Eleanor Singleton and Ceola (Mattie) Washington.

Jamaar leaves to treasure his memory and legacy of love … His Fiancé: Monique Hopson; seven children: Amari Washington, Travis Rutley, Ian Florence, Jamaar Washington Jr., Jamaya Washington, JaNyla Washington and Azmhire Rollins; father: Michael (Sherri) Washington I; mother: Pastor Barbara JP (Michael) Thomas; two brothers: Warren (Sara) Meeks Jr., Sherod Salmon; four sisters: Shana Washington, Michelle Washington, Chanelle Washington, and Alexis Thomas; five nephews: Johnathan, Jaydon, Jasiri, Sean and Jahmeir; four nieces: Sari, Aunyx, Meya, Mi'Kayla; grandparents: Mortess Washington, Alfred (Gladys) Pitts, David (Dorothy) Singleton and Dorothy Ellis; and a host of other family and special friends. Jamaar was called home by his Savior, Our Lord Jesus Christ on November 27, 2012.

Calling Hours: Saturday, December 8, 2012, 9:30am

Home Going Service: December 8, 2012, 11:00am. Both calling hours and home going service will be held at The Greater Adams Street Church of God by Faith, 230 Adams Street, Rochester, NY 14608. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made "In honor of Jamaar Washington" to the Rochester Family Mission, Youth Department, 388 Tremont Street, Rochester, NY 14608. Reference: Regency Funeral Chapel.

Published by Rochester Democrat And Chronicle on Dec. 6, 2012.
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Hi Jamaar, I miss you so much. I never really got to grieve for your death but i think about you know more than ever. I know your being a true warrior in the spirit realm. Come visit me in my dreams, so I know what to put on your alter. I try to think of memories of our childhood but it seems so distant but they come back to me at the right times. I know you would be so proud of me doing the work. Lifting our future kin from generational curses. " I do this for you guys" I know you would understand. I hate that youll never see me get married or meet my kids but we will meet again one day. I love you brothers.
Jamaar Jeffery Washington ASE
Michael Anthony Washington JR ASE

continue to guide and protect me
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chanelle washington

April 7, 2022

Miss you more than you know I´ll love you forever

Monique

Family

December 2, 2021

It was difficult to release your brother Michael and turn around two years later and release you back to your FATHER (JESUS). My heart was broken. Jesus, your brother Warren and family are the only reason I can go on.

I am trying my best to take care of Warren as you guys requested. You know how he is. So, therefore, it´s not easy. I know the both of you are watching over him as well. He is making all of us proud. We said that we are going to serve God, and he is.

I cannot wait for our family reunion. What a time that will be. You know how we do it. As I said to your brother Mike, nothing can separate us!

Even though I can no longer see you with my eyes, Nor touch you with my hands, I can feel YOU in MY HEART. Always!

Love YOU always, my baby boy.
MOM

Dr. Barbara JP Thomas - MOM

August 26, 2021

The Boys and I miss you so much...Life has been tough without you but I know you're watching over and protecting us like you always have. I love you babe

Monique H

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December 2, 2020

Thinking of you cousin and praying for the family always. May you and Mikey continue to sleep peacefully

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June 9, 2019

Happy birthday brother I love you and miss you guys everyday.

Shana Washington

June 9, 2019

Heyyyy nephew I love and miss you so much! I truly wish I could hug U and mikey I think about all the good times we had I love y'all with all my heart!!

ronni singleton walker

April 3, 2016

R.I.P pee wee....

Gabrielle

March 31, 2016

Missing you more than life itself...I love you so much!!!

Monique Hopson

August 10, 2015

Hi auntie baby i miss U and mikey so so much i'm still tryin to process that you're gone i look at U and mikey pictures everyday and smile thinking about how crazy funny y'all was i have nothing but good memories that i cherish everyday of my life i love and miss y'all so much until we meet again

ronni singleton walker

August 9, 2015

Happy birthday jamaar i love and miss U!!

ronni singleton walker

June 8, 2015

Hi jamaar i love and miss you so much i think about you and mikey everyday its hard not seein y'all when i look at your pictures i laugh so i don't cry your kids are doin good they have good mothers so they'll always be ok i love you i'll see you mikey granma stevie and aunyx when i get there r.i.p!!

ronni singleton walker

June 6, 2015

R.I.P you and Michael are truly missed

Yolanda Harrison

April 19, 2015

Hi dad I wanted to stop by and let you know I'm doing good in school and I'm going to start playing basketball with my Uncle Clifford's team. I love you, miss you and wish you were here to see me play.

Ian Florence

March 10, 2015

Hi jamaar i was thinkin about u and mikey i miss y'all it's been crazy since u left us there's not a day that goes by i don't cry looking at u and mikey pictures in my bible i can't come to grip with y'all not bein here i pray on it i love y'all and your forever in my thoughts!!

ronni singleton walker

March 9, 2015

Hi jamaar i think about you and mikey everyday i try not to cry because i no you're safe with GOD everybody love and miss y'all

ronni singleton walker

February 11, 2015

Hi nephew i'm just stopping by to tell you how much i love and miss you and mikey our family ain't the same without y'all i look at your pictures everyday i keep them in my bible so you'll always be near me i love you

ronni singleton walker

January 1, 2015

I still miss you, kinda feels like I saw you yesterday....my memories are still clear as day..love you cuz your forever in my heart ??

gabby g

December 29, 2014

Hi jamaar i love and miss you everything is everything in my life i think about y'all every single day it hurts so bad i look at pictures and laugh thinking about all the good times we had together i love u nephew rest in paradise

ronni singleton walker

September 3, 2014

Thinking about you and Mike!

M Scott

September 2, 2014

Still miss you cuz, R.I.P so missed forever by everybody!

Gabby

August 14, 2014

Hi hunny love i miss U rest peaceful in paradise!

ronni singleton walker

June 11, 2014

Happy Birthday,
Love Mom

June 9, 2014

Happy Birthday!
Your always in my heart.
Love Mom

June 9, 2014

Hi jamaar i was thinkin about U i'm sad i miss U and mikey i can't get it in my head that your in heaven i so wish U was here with us there's not a day that goes by i don't think about y'all until me meet again i love U with all my heart and soul nephew!

ronni singleton walker

June 1, 2014

Janetta Cleveland

May 31, 2014

Love you ALWAYS!
MOM

Barbara Thomas

April 30, 2014

Hi jamaar i was thinkin about you and mikey life hasn't been the same without y'all around to make everybody smile i miss y'all so much myles really misses you he talks about you and mikey all the time we just sit around and think about all the good times we spent with y'all lol my heart is so heavy i love you and mikey!!

ronni singleton walker

April 28, 2014

I miss everything about u cuz, u cross my mind every single day. Can't forget you. Watch over me ??????

Gabby

April 27, 2014

I miss you so much. My pain runs deeper than the ocean, wish I could be with you.

Monique

March 8, 2014

Ian Florence

March 5, 2014

Ian was talking about you the other day saying how much he misses you and how proud of him you would be. He is doing such a wonderful job, he's becoming such a gentleman. You would be proud!

Clianda & Ian

February 26, 2014

Had a great time today at a banquet honoring an elderly lady from the church who went to be with the Lord late last year. So many shared how they felt about loosing their love ones. I was the one praying for everyone then I realized how I wish you and Mikey was here. I told them if they could hold on to the memories and trust God they will make it. They asked as always how do you make it through the days and nights. You know my answer, Yes, with my Savior Jesus Christ, who assures me daily that He has the both of you in His Arms. "To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord." When I get to heaven I will look for my Savior, then my boys, granddaughter Aunyx, family members, oh hey my best friend (my brother Stevie).

Love you always MOM

Barbara Thomas

January 25, 2014

Hey cousin love u just breezing through u crossed my mind!

Gabrielle Green

January 24, 2014

Hi jamaar i'm just stopping by to say hey i'm in cali with the family for my bday i'm havin a good time as usual we been laughing talkin about you and mikey we miss y'all so much i wish i could see your faces right now for comfort but i no your spirit is around me so i'm fine i love y'all until me meet again....MUAH!!

ronni singleton

December 13, 2013

I wanted to drop a note and share with you some thoughts Ian had the other day about you that brought tears to my eyes. We were singing at a hospital and someone resembled you and he looked at me and said mom I miss my dad so very much. He would be so proud of me right now. You know I see his face in the sky when I am at school smiling down at me. I know he is with me I feel his smile.

Clianda & Ian

December 7, 2013

I miss u so much cuzzo, and it's not even that I was with you everyday, it's that when I did see you it was always love. You never changed. I will always love & respect you. I always expect to see u some time soon, but reality sets in. Ill remember you for all the rest of my days. Love ya lil cuz Gabby!!

Gabrielle G

December 7, 2013

I miss and love you auntie lil baby rest well tell mikey and granma hi

ronni singleton

December 3, 2013

It's been a year and I still can't believe your not here with us. We miss you so very much; but as it's always said we love you but God loves you best.....See you when I get there!

Michelle Ruth

December 3, 2013

You have no idea the hell Im going thru without you here. I wish so bad that God took us together, its hard facing this world without you by my side. I need you and miss you more than you'll ever know. I love you Jamaar Washington, see you soon!

Monique Washington

December 2, 2013

Sending you love bro, I love you and there is not a day that goes by that you don't cross my mind. Your in my thoughts!
Love Your Brother from another mother
Spank

December 1, 2013

Hi jamarr it's almost a year since you been gone i miss you and mikey so much my heart hurts so bad i think about y'all everyday they say it heals with time that's a lie cause i'm not healin but i think about are great memories like when i pinched your ears when y'all was pickin on granma and morty i wish i could get all that back but i'll have all the great moments i've spent with y'all i love and miss y'all with all my heart and soul!!

ronni singleton walker

November 9, 2013

Missing everything about you

November 5, 2013

its one of them days when i cant stop thinking about you , i love and miss you!

October 30, 2013

Jamaar... Words Can't Explain How I Feel It's Almost Been A Year Since You've Been Gone, I Tell Myself That Your In California & I'll See You Soon.. I Miss You So Much!! It's Not A Day That I Don't Think About You... The First Time I Went To New York After Your Home Going, I Told My Mom We Gotta Go See Ja... I Choked On My Words & Began To Cry. I Miss You Like No Other. Everytime I Go To New York I Always Tell Myself I Don't Care How Much It Hurts I Gotta Go To The Grave Site & Talk To You. The Last Thing You Told Me Was To Make You Proud & To Go To College, & Do Something That Makes Me Happy & Don't Give Up... That's What I'm Doing. Your My Motivation To Get Thru School That's Why I'm In The Place Where I Am Now. I Have Your Picture On My Window So When I Come In From Class That's The First Face I See. I Imagine You Telling Me, Your Making Me Proud Keep It Up continue To Watch Over Me I Love You & I Miss You. I'll Come Talk To You Next Month (:

October 15, 2013

Missing you dad , I love you so very much.

Ian Florence

October 6, 2013

I miss you cuz...that is all I can say...things are not the same..life gets a little less lively without seeing people you've known since childhood grow old...idk...I really do miss u P..I feel sick...R.I.P Cuzzo

Gabrielle Green

September 27, 2013

To my brother from another mother, just wanted to stop by to let you know that there is not a day , an hour, a miniute, or a second that goes by that I don't miss you. I love you Fam, and I cant wait to see you again. From your Best Friend SP AKA Spank!

September 25, 2013

Dad I'm sorry for your lost I miss you so much but now your in a better place . Love you from Ian.

Ian Florence

September 14, 2013

I miss you and mikey so much i look at your pictures everyday i remember all the good times we shared together and i wish i could see your smiling faces right now but i no we'll be together again i love and miss you and mikey with all my heart and soul forever in my heart y'all will always be

ronni singleton walker

September 13, 2013

as i sit here at work and finally be able to read some of the entries my eyes are watering so i cant finish i need u to know its not a day that goes buy when i try to remember a time we spent together and i imagine u r just a phone call away and then reality sets in and i realize once again im in this place again its really unbearable to be missing two sons that i loved so much i was so proud of both of u they say it gets easier as time goes by but thats not true it only gets harder for me but i huet want u to know i miss and love u and ur brother so much and i finally am not afraid of dying because i want to c u guys again soon so until the next dream or thought of u i will c u soon love dad

September 12, 2013

Thinking of you Today and Always...Love you babe

Monique Washington

September 12, 2013

i still cant believe your gone, i thank god everyday that he allowed me to be apart of your life. no more worries, no more pain:)

June 10, 2013

I know the pain is eventually suppose to go away, but day by day its gets worst for me. I never realized how lonely I am without you, I feel so lost sometimes. I miss you more than words can express, you were my backbone. But I know your safe and resting, and all I can do is give God praise for that...Until we meet again. Love you babe

Monique Washington

June 10, 2013

Happy Belated Birthday Pee. I thought of you yesterday. You are truly missed!

Love,
Tasha

June 10, 2013

Jamaar I miss you so much. As I think of you on your birthday my heart is filled with joy. Rest in Jesus Arms. I'll see you soon.
Love Always,
Mom (Barbara)

June 9, 2013

I took Ian to visit where you rest yesterday he misses you so very much. It was a bitter sweet moment, he was trying to remember where you were and we called your mom and she come up with her flashlight to guide him and show him were you are. He gave her a big hug and told her he loved her and he came back to the car and looked at me and said I wish my dad could see me now , I hope I'm a 103 years old when I die! There's not a day that goes by that Ian does not mention you in some kind of way! Gone way to soon, but I am thankful for the imprint you have left on the heart of our son! He will Forever miss you!

May 28, 2013

Im up early thinkin about you and mikey there's not a day that goes by that i don't think about y'all i try to hide my pain and hurt but i can't i remember the day y'all was born i changed your diapers and pinches the mess outta y'all lol i love and miss y'all with all my heart and soul i have pictures where i can see you everyday i wake up and go to sleep i truly miss my boys love u take care of granma u no she can be a handful lol i love u always!!

ronni walker

May 26, 2013

Where can I start we miss you down here I know your watching over everyone & making that transition to the heavens I hope it's as beautiful as I believe, we all just miss you dearly, but what can we do, guess I'm just greatful to be here, so glad to see Monique & all your loved ones still showing you so much love, life will never be the same knowing ill never see you again down here, but Im gonna look on the bright side & be greatful I have a few loved ones to catch up with when I get to heaven! Loved reading all the comments P you will always be missed but never ever forgotten!!! R.I.P!!!!!

Gabby

May 25, 2013

Just the other day Ian was in school and he drew a picture and began to cry. His teacher asked him to tell him about the picture and he said its a picture of me with my dad in my heart. I miss him so much. Man I wish he could have just one more moment in time with you. He misses you dearly!

Clianda (Ian) Florence

April 4, 2013

I cant deal with Life without you, its soo hard babe, I miss you so much it hurts

Monique Washington

April 3, 2013

Just had a thought of you today, and although we haven't seen each other in years, I still miss you and the chance of bumping into you out and about and being able to catch up. I hope you bless your family and friends - we miss you.

M Scott

January 17, 2013

Jigga, I am still in disbelief, I am so glad that God brought us so close in the last 5 months.All the cookouts, nights just sitting around watching tv. Those are memories I won't forget. I know your in a better place. Say hello to Mikey and Grandad for me. Missing you every day. love your big cuz

Roz

January 2, 2013

may u rest in peace

darlene wall

December 30, 2012

Jamaar, I never thought in a million years that you would not be around to see Ian grow up. He misses you so much. Gabby came over a few weeks ago and he told her " I guess I can't play football because my dad is not here anymore!" Gabby and I are going to make that happen. Just the other day he wanted to ride by the house, and he said "I miss coming over here with my dad, Monique and my brothers." I thank God everyday for blessing you with a strong loving woman like Monique. You would be so proud, she still checks on him and Ian does the same. I tell Ian everyday all though your dad is no longer here in the flesh he wants the very best from you. Words can not begin to express the love Ian has for you and how much he misses you!

Clianda Florence

December 29, 2012

Rest In Paradise

Lance Floyd

December 27, 2012

Today makes a month that youve been away from me, I miss you more than anything babe, I know that you would want me to stay strong and just take it one day at a time, which I will continue to do. I love you so so much, the kids had a lovely christmas. You can sleep peacefully now...

mrs. washington

December 27, 2012

Love you my youngest child. Miss you and cherish the memories in my heart. You and Mickey take care of each other. I'll take care of the "Big Man", Warren. We will always be a family!
Love Mom

December 27, 2012

Merry Christmas babe see you on the other side Rest In Paradise *muah*

December 25, 2012

Missing you...

Monique Washington

December 20, 2012

December 19, 2012

I had not expected to be doing this again. Especially not this soon. I know better than to question God. My heart aches. Jamar your spirit lingers on. Your smile was infectious. Your presence will be remembered. I hold my memories of you close. Tell Mike I said hello. We loved you but God loved you best. Rest in peace my son. Your school Mom. Ms. Penns

Kimberly Penns

December 18, 2012

PeeWee, You will forever be missed. Me and Dad cried together talking about how we all grew up together. We never know when God will take us home. I'm glad the last time we saw each other was positive and ended with an embrace. If you can see all the love you have out here you know that you were here for a purpose. May you rest in Peace.

December 18, 2012

Pee we send our condolence to all of your family with our deepest sympathy you will always be remembered. Gone in the physical but you'll never be forgotten. From the Pross Family!

Mr & Mrs. Pross

December 14, 2012

What's up cuz ... U know
Like I know it's taken me sometime to even write about u.. Had I known 2 hrs later I would of gotten such a call... Man I love u ...brother I miss u so many words can't explain.. I will do my best too assure the kids know there cousins and the man there dad stood for and was about ..I'm so sorry I wasn't there ... Love you always

Teran Green

December 13, 2012

Pee Wee I love & miss u lots, I can't forget about all those childhood moments we had in Van Aucker with u & Teran. I remember I followed y'all around all the time, playing football & y'all letting me score, or watching Poetic Justice & you getting in trouble with my mom for saying a bad comment lol, I'll miss u randomly stopping by the house, and most of all just your cool, calm, attitude. I hate that this has happened but I'll stop questioning God. Love u always your lil cousin Gabrielle a.k.a Gabby!!

December 11, 2012

S.I.P.

STEVE-O("P" VOICE) WASHINGTON

December 11, 2012

I miss u like crazy cuz and I love u always...U and Mikey save me a seat with our Father bc I knw yaw holdin it dwn! Gone but never forgotten my dude!

Jasmine White

December 11, 2012

I don't know where to begin...My heart is shattered, my mind is Lost, I have never felt PAIN like this in my life. P, I miss you so much, waking up with you every day for 5 years to not seeing you anymore is just not registering with me, I cant function without you. I want to thank you for everything you've showed me and done for me and Travis. I love you more than anything, and Im destroyed that someone took you away from us. I wil continue to hold you and the kids down no matter what, I am a Washington for Life, but you can rest now and be with Mikey, we will reunite again in heaven in the mansion you always wanted us to have. Again I love and miss you dearly

Monique Hopson(Washington)

December 10, 2012

Praying for the entire family during this time; I am so sorry for your loss. May God give you peace and strength like only he can.

April Hepburn

December 9, 2012

Rip p. You was my brother and a great friend, the family will be good me and tj will look after them...

krystal Guilford

December 9, 2012

To the family, I send prayers up for you all. I also pray you are wrapped in GOD's embrace during this time. From the Washington, Bell Wilson, Lenear and Chisom family.

Debra E. W. Bell

December 8, 2012

R.I.P. Jamar

Donald Gordon

December 8, 2012

Today I said my last goodbye to you. No I don't understand why someone would take you from us. As I sat in OUR church today where it all started I couldn't help but weep. I remember us always laughing when aunt Barbra and aunt Linda got the holy spirit us young and really not understanding it at that time. I sat reflecting how you Mikey and warren used to beat up me Tasha and teak to remind us that you will always be our big cousins. I will truly miss you I miss Mikey too. I know that you will live through your children and I know your in a better place but my heart has been ripped out of my chest over this. All I can do is keep all of the memories that we all shared and how GOD has always kept us... Aunt Barbara your strength and FAITH is what truly keeps me going I see you and always since I was a little girl seen how GOD has always moved in your life because how faithfull you are you bought so many people to church and introduced them to GOD you truly have a CROWN waiting for you cause if it wasn't for you I wouldn't know GOD I love you and I know God will always keep YOU love ALWAY jamila* I love you Mikey Warren and Jamaar 4 ever and always love you auntie Barbra and I will continue to PRAY

Jamila Hanna

December 8, 2012

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