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Jacob "Jake" Watson

1935 - 2020

Jacob "Jake" Watson obituary, 1935-2020, New Orleans, LA

BORN

1935

DIED

2020

FUNERAL HOME

Greenwood Funeral Home

5200 Canal Boulevard

New Orleans, Louisiana

Jacob Watson Obituary

Jacob "Jake" Watson, age 84, passed away on October 26, 2020, at his residence. Jake was born in New Orleans, LA on December 18, 1935, to his parents Jacob and Evelyn Watson. Jake was a native of New Orleans and loved the city of New Orleans and Mardi Gras. Jake is survived by a host of cousins and many friends. Jake was a friend to many and loved by all. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Greenwood Funeral Home, 5200 Canal Blvd, New Orleans, on Saturday, November 7, 2020 starting 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM to celebrate his life. The family invites you to share your thoughts, fond memories, and condolences online, at www.greenwoodfh.com. Due to COVID 19 regulations, please follow the current restrictions and everyone attending is required to wear a mask and adhere to social distancing.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 1 to Nov. 7, 2020.

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Barbara Trevigne

November 10, 2020

Jake brought much laughter to so many of New Orleans. His love or Madi Gras and the Jazz Fest will always be remembered. He will be missed.He always had a smile when he saw you. He would say, Hey Cooper-top.

Leo and Ann Kennerson

November 7, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Leo and Ann,
Houston,TX

Allison Eskine

November 7, 2020

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We love you and will miss you.
Stanley and Allison Eskine, Houston, TX

Murlene Jourdan

November 6, 2020

Jacob was one of a kind always Happy to see you it was a pleasure knowing him little one as I call him !RiH Jake Condolences to his Family and friends .

Ronald Johnson

November 5, 2020

Rest in peace uncle Jake.

LESTER (POLLY) LASSAI

November 3, 2020

TO THE FAMILY OF THE LATE JACOB (JAKE) WATSON I OFFER MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS I AND JAKE GO BACK A LONG WAY HE WAS ONE OF A KIND HE WILL BE MISS JUST REMEMBER ALL OF THE GOOD TIME THE FAMILY HAD WITH HIM GET YOUR REST JAKE IN OUR LORD ARMS

Ricardo Palao

November 2, 2020

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

Cathy

November 2, 2020

We’re so sad to hear about Jake’s passing. Jake was a good man. He was always happy to see you and could party like a rock star. He’s be missed especially at Jazz Fest where he loved New Orleans through its music and it’s food. Rest in Paradise, Jake. You earned it.

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5200 Canal Boulevard, New Orleans, LA 70124

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