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Jose McPherson Obituary

Jose McPherson was born in Colon, Panama, to George McPherson and Mavis (Marsden). He was raised in Brooklyn, N.Y., until he entered the U.S. Air Force. He traveled extensively and settled in Anchorage, Alaska. He retired from the Air Force and worked for Northern Air Cargo, FedEx and U.S. Postal Service. Jose leaves behind his wife, Tanya; son, Jose Jr. (Tasha); daughter, Jasmine (Terrell); grandsons, Dominic, Isaiah and Jordin; brothers, Ernesto (Lori) and Louis; and aunt, Norma Hibbert (Ernie). Services will be held at Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church on Friday, Aug. 19, 2016, at 2 p.m., with a potluck following at VFW 10252, 3105 Mountain View Dr. in Anchorage.

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Published by Anchorage Daily News on Aug. 14, 2016.

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Joey/Mary/Marina/Alyssa Singian

September 21, 2016

Tanya and family. Our most deepest condolences. Our hearts are broken at the passing of Jose. The world has truly lost an amazing man. May God comfort you and your family. You will always always be in our thoughts and prayers dear friend.

Deana Jones

August 21, 2016

My friend Tanya, I am so sorry about the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Richard & Carolyn Walker

August 20, 2016

Tanya,
No one can feel what you and your family feels at this time, we can only pray and ask our Lord and Savior to watch over You and Yours. We will keep you in our prayers.

August 20, 2016

My sincere condolences to the McPherson family. We had the privilege of knowing Jose as a friend to the Chief and to us, surrogate father and a just wonderful human being. He will forever be in our hearts.
Monika and Insa Evans and Carmyn Samuel and Family.

Ayanna Santiago

August 19, 2016

My sincerest condolences to the McPherson family. Know that in your time of sorrow, Mr Jose is watching you with a smile on his face. He will be missed here at the VA...always a warm thought and smile from his heart. Rest in Peace, Mr Jose. God be with the McPherson family.

Ciesta/David Williams

August 19, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time, in sorrow and remembrance. God Loves you and will be with you always. Jeremaih 29:11

August 19, 2016

We the members of DAV Metro Chapter 7, Anchorage wish to express our deepest sympathy. Our prayers that God will grant you peace. Pam Beale, Commander and all members of DAV Metro Chapter 7.

Paulet Garrett

August 18, 2016

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Angela Barnette

August 18, 2016

My prayers and condolences are with you and your family. Jose will be truly missed. Everyone loved him. He was a special man with a heart of gold. He was a good friend and a loyal person to everyone. I wish there were more people in this world like him. We loved him, but God loved him more.
May God Bless You And Family

August 18, 2016

August 18,2016
Tanya
You and your family are in our prayers.
My brother was loved by all who knew him.
We love you, be strong.
Joe and Ann Richardson, Henderson NV

August 18, 2016

Tanya,I know things aren't easy for you right now; but God is merciful and, in time he will give you strength and comfort.My prayers are with you and the Family.Love your cousin.Pamela and Henry Robertson, Richmond, Virginia.

Frank Pace

August 18, 2016

My prayers and condolences goes out to you and the entire family. Love Frank Pace(your cousin) and family

Neesie Lynch (Pace)

August 18, 2016

Tanya
you have my deepest sincere condolences. May Jose rest in peace.

Minnie Hannah

August 18, 2016

Tanya, Lil Jose, Jasmine, and family, you guys are like family to me. Jose and Tanya were among my first friends I met, after moving to Anchorage in the 1980's. I have so many fond memories of those day's...day's I'll never forget. It won't be the same without hearing from Jose, or seeing him on my visits to Anchorage. Me, and my children will never forget Jose, He was so full of love, and light, a man who never met a stranger. My thoughts, and prayer's are with you. God bless you all!

Sonya Stadmire

August 17, 2016

Ms. Tanya and all of Joes's Family,
I'm so sorry for your lose but the Lord knows best. I was saddened to hear of Jose's passing I'm going to miss my dear friend he was like my Big Brother and a good man. It is just not going to be the same not seeing him at the VA and BX. If you need anything just let me know. Be strong in the the Lord and God bless. Rest in peace my Brother

Sister Frankie Ware

August 17, 2016

Dear Family,
Praying that God will be with you in your loss and will grant you peace, and comfort your heart.

August 17, 2016

Our condolences to the MCPHERSON family. Jose was a great person and he will be missed. May God continue to comfort you all in your time of need.

Tyrone & Sherice Massey

Jim Raymond

August 17, 2016

The Brothers and Sisters of the National Association of Letter Carriers, Branch 4319 send our condolences to Tanya and the family. Jose was a proud and active member of our branch. We will miss him. Rest in peace my brother.

Beverly Taylor

August 17, 2016

MY prayers and thoughts go out to you and the family.BE strong for that is what Jose would want. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.

Robert Dyett

August 17, 2016

Condolences to the MCPHERSON Family. God is truly receiving one of his best leaders, I am going to miss you big brother.

August 16, 2016

Our hearts are heavy with the sad news of Jose passing. Please accept our deepest condolences Tanya and family.
Karen and Joseph Flanagan

Bill Paton, M.D.

August 16, 2016

Jose Jr and Tanya, I am saddened to read of Jose's passing. Just from having known you two, he was a good man. You both were, no doubt, fortunate for having him in your lives. May your strengths heal you in time.

Doreen Schenkenberger

August 15, 2016

Jose and Tasha, My deepest condolences, wishing you and your family peace and love.

Ann Secrest, AARP Alaska

August 15, 2016

Our sincere condolences. Jose volunteered along with his grandsons at the annual Police Navidad on behalf of AARP. It was a joy to have him part of the celebration. From Heaven, God watch over your entire family and on earth, wishing you peace to bring you all comfort.

Susan Shern-Holta

August 14, 2016

Tasha and Jose, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy

August 14, 2016

Sorry for your loss Tanya. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

L Groh

August 14, 2016

Your life and your service to your Country is very much respected. Rest in peace!

August 14, 2016

My sincere condolences on the loss of your dear loved one. May the wonderful memories you shared and the words at John 11:43-44 comfort you during this difficult time

Stanley Sykes

August 13, 2016

To my friend Jose I miss you man we had some fun times I am really going to miss our weekly talks. You left me totally exhausted I pray God introduce you to my Mom tell her hello for me. Dude you left a hoe in my heart I pray that God take you and please be waiting for me when I get there I will try and bring a couple of pastries with me so we can talk about everything you miss. Love yah Brother.

Betty Cramer

August 13, 2016

Good by old friend I will miss you a lot.

Jennifer (aka Vanilla Ice) Richardson

August 13, 2016

I don't know what to say....Jose, you were an incredible person with a beautiful soul. You shined so bright when you were among us, I can only imagine how bright you're shining now. I know we lost contact along the way, but you've never strayed far from my mind. RIP my dear....you will never be forgotten!

V. Kaye Smith

August 13, 2016

My prayers and condolences go out to the family. My heart was sadden when I heard. Jose never met a stranger only a future friend. Gone but never forgotten, RIP my friend.

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