Emile Thomas Jaha

I used to hustle on the street at 3rd and Yamhill. Sometimes I would spend a little of my earnings on your excellent seafood. I remember your lovely restaurant with fondness. Working on the street fine tuned my capitalist instincts and now I have 20 million dollars. You clearly excelled at capitalism too. Only in America!

We were are so sad to learn of Emil's passing. I have many fond childhhood memories of my Uncle, and Godfather, Emil. He was always a bigger than life presence who was loved by all. My brother George Joseph and I (children of Emil's twin sister Emiline Rose) would give anything to be there with our family today but only received word on February 21st. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all today.

Dear Jaha family~ You have been truly blessed to call this wise Gentleman, The Matriarch to your fine established family. May you always be blessed with his amazing memories. I pray you are provided comfort in his peace and always remember the great moments he provided his family. The deepest of sympathy and many prayers to you all.

Some of my fondest high school, college and adult memories have been spent with the Jaha family. Such a wonderful family, what a legacy for Emile.
Sincerely,
Kristin Hoffman

I remember Emile as being a man who seemed a father figure to all yonug people he came in contact with. He gave me such a warm, sincere, hug on the rare occasion that I saw him. What a kind man. I wish I could attend his funeral, I am sorry that I will not be able to make it.

Loved Emile very much, will miss him dearly. Very gentle, kind man.

He was so dearly loved by my family. My heart goes out to you all. Love, Frances