JAE SAMUEL Obituary
Jae Samuel entered eternal rest on Mardi Gras Day Tuesday, March 4, 2025, at the age of 48. He was a native of Carson City, California and a resident of Marrero, Louisiana. Jae was a patient advocate who believed unity and knowledge could help anyone affected by cancer. Beloved husband of 30 years to Wanda Iveliz, Father of Enne, and his dog Hector. Jae is survived by a host of cancer warriors, and a beautiful circle of relatives and friends. Relatives, friends, medical professionals and caregivers are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Calvary Baptist Church 2401 General DeGaulle Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Visitation is from 8:00 a.m. until service at the church. Interment: Will Be Private. Arrangements by Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe St. Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook please go to davismortuaryservice.com.
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Jae Samuel lives on through the love he shared…
“You’re a good man Jae. Your kindness and integrity made an impression on me.”
“A great MM warrior! I admired his courage and his attitude towards this disease. I’m a better MM patient having known him.”
“I admired him and his heroic fight. He was our guiding light.”
“Truly some of the happiest days of my life getting to work with someone that was such a great person and had the effect to make everyone smile.”
“He was a beacon of hope and strength for so many of us, and his spirit will always shine brightly in our hearts.”
“Jae was a special gift to this world. It was a privilege to have known him, Wanda and Enne - keep inspiring this world. Can’t wait to hear that Light Chain EP!”
“Jae brightened up every room he entered.”
“I only knew Jae for a short period of time but I knew I was in the presence of a beautiful soul.”
“I had the pleasure of working with Jae as he shared his story and wisdom through a workshop last year. His joy and energy were such a blessing.”
“He will be missed. Jae was an incredible patient advocate. His story and his bravery inspired others. I will think of him often.”
”Jae was one of my favorite people that I have ever worked with and his friendship always meant the world to me.”
“I'm so glad you got to see how much Jae means to us all. The love you've seen is not from us, but from him; I hope you feel it every Mardi Gras forever.”
Jae will be celebrated every day by his child - Enne, his dog - Hector and his 30 year soulmate - Wanda Iveliz
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