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Jesse Walden Obituary
AGE: 25 • Oceanport
Jesse Walden, passed away on Monday, July 25, 2011. Jesse was born and raised in Long Branch and Oceanport. He moved to California when he was 18, where he trained and became a professional MMA (mixed martial arts) fighter. Then he moved to Colorado Springs, teaching adults and children at a local gym. Jesse competed all over the world, including Japan, South Africa, and Korea.
Jesse is survived by his parents, Daniel and Yvonne Walden; his brother, Timothy; and sister, Michelle. Jesse has touched so many lives.
In honor of his memory, there will be a celebration of his life at the family home at 12 noon Saturday, Aug. 6. Anyone who wishes to pay their respects is welcome to attend.
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for Jesse Walden
Chawn young
December 28, 2024
I was in the budo karate house with Walden. I'm sadden to hear this... I trained with him for over a year in the house I fought him everyday for over a year, he's the strongest kid I've ever met he had the warrior spirit just like me.....
Clint Coronel
August 7, 2011
Jesse sure could fight , miss you big dude ,
Patrick Minihan
August 7, 2011
I trained at AKA and worked at the Cardiff with him.Great guy and fun to be around. He was always happy. He was a tough sparring partner who gave it his all. He was a free spirit who put smiles on peoples faces and always respected others.He will be missed.RIP brother,
Patrick Minihan.
August 6, 2011
We are all so deeply saddened by this tragedy. I was looking at photos yesterday of Jesse, Donald and Gov. Christie Whitman when they went to the Statehouse back when they were in grade school in Long Branch. Please find comfort in your memories of Jesse, and never forget that he will always be with you in spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Susan, Brian and Donald Harris
August 5, 2011
Dan,yvonne,Tim & Michelle,
We are sadden by the loss of your son Jesse. Our Thoughts and prayers are with you.Remember and treasure your memories of your beloved son Jesse and may he rest in peace.
Love, Carmen,Paul & Family
August 5, 2011
May your many special memories of Jesse help you through each day. Our sympathy and prayers are with you each; Yvonne, Dan, Tim and Michelle.
All Our Love,
Bonnie, Jesse, Greg and Dan
David Nydes
August 5, 2011
Jesse we love you and miss you. You are a great spirit, and we will always remember you for your kind heart and love of animals. I celebrated your birth with your dad, cigars and beer of course, and now greatly miss you in your passing. I truly believe that your grandparents are embracing you now, and that you have found peace. Love David Nydes and family
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