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Abe Whitaker Jr. Obituary

Entered into eternal rest at his residence in Baton Rouge, Louisiana on Sunday, August 30, 2015. He was a 75 year old native of Baker, Louisiana. Visitation at Higher Ground Outreach Church, 2156 Wooddale Blvd., Baton Rouge, La., on Saturday, September 5, 2015, from 10 am until religious service at 11 am, conducted by Bishop Rickey T. Washington, Sr.; interment at Roselawn Memorial Park. Survivors include his loving wife, Annie Mae Whitaker; children, Deborah, Charmaine, Keith, Aberylun, Phyllis, Abe III, Corey, Sr., and Chrystal; three siblings; 18 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Arrangements entrusted to Miller & Daughter Mortuary, Zachary, Louisiana.

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Published by The Advocate from Sep. 3 to Sep. 5, 2015.

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Sabrina Hills-Lacey

September 5, 2015

I am so sad to hear this. My prayers are with you all. Rest peacefully Mr. Whitaker for you were a very nice man. Heaven as gain a WONDERFUL ANGEL.

Edward Free

September 4, 2015

Worked with Abe at City Pawn some years back he was a good man and I'm sure he will be missed. Prayers to the family.

Richard Rodney

September 4, 2015

Abe and I were the Best friends. Due to my health I will not be able to attend. I will keep the family in my prayers. The Rodney Family.

September 4, 2015

There will always be a void in our buildings and laughter missing from you along with the fussing . "Come On Five Thirty"!!!!! You will always remain in our hearts ,thoughts ,and conversations . Our Love and support we send to your family .
Your extended Family City Pawn And Jewelry .

Thelma Brown

September 4, 2015

Our prayers are with you always Brightside Day Habitation Ricky and Lizabeth Jackson owners

Cassandra Greensberry-Smith

September 4, 2015

Shandria(Phyllis) my VBFF, my prayers are with you and your family. May God sustain your hearts during this time and may the Holy Spirit be your comforter.

Shirley Scott

September 3, 2015

That whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have eternal life.
JOHN 3:15

Your dad was a much loved man who treated everyone with respect. His memory will live on in your hearts

Uncle Earl & Tee Shirley

Ralph Sterling

September 3, 2015

I work with Abe at OLOL,and my prayers go out to his family.May God comfort you in yourr time of sorry.

Liz Eure

September 3, 2015

Mrs. Annie, Chrystal and family: Know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family as you all struggle to adjust to life without your husband/dad.

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