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William J. "Rabbit" Addison Jr.

1944 - 2024

William J. "Rabbit" Addison Jr. obituary, 1944-2024, Baton Rouge, LA

BORN

1944

DIED

2024

FUNERAL HOME

Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge

9348 Scenic Highway

Baton Rouge, Louisiana

William Addison Jr. Obituary

Bro. William J. "Rabbit" Addison Jr., 79, was welcomed into Heaven on Saturday into the loving arms of our Lord and Savior, on Saturday, April 27, 2024, 2:00 pm, at the River Oaks Rehab Nursing Facility in Baker, LA with his devoted wife Marian Addison and family near by. He was born on September 18, 1944 in San Francisco, CA. "Rabbit", as he was affectionately called, graduated from Polytechnic High School in San Francisco, CA. He was a United States Army Paratrooper serving in the 142nd Airborne unit stationed in Vietnam. Bro. Addison is survived by his wife of 47 years Marian Benton Addison; 2 daughters, Shannon Addison San Francisco, CA and Dernishia 'baby girl Addison, Baton Rouge, LA; 1 son Thaddues Addison, San Francisco, CA; bonus son, Derrill (Melanie) Ivan Gray, Baton Rouge, LA; 1 brother, Ivan (Yvonne) Vallejo, CA; 1 sister, Marlon Jones, Oakland, CA; 10 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren, 7 nieces, 3 nephews, 4 brothers in-law and 4 sisters in-law. Preceded in death by his parents Ruby Lowe Addison Jones and William Addison, Sr.; stepfather Eddie Jones; 1 sister Samantha Dollar; 2 aunts, 2 uncles. Visitation Thursday, May 9, 2024, Greater New Guide Baptist Church, 3445 Fairfields Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA., 9:00 am until religious service at 11:30 am. Pastor Mark C. Thomas officiating. Interment Louisiana National Cemetery, Zachary, LA. Funeral Services entrusted to Hall Davis and Son. www.halldavisandson.com

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Published by The Advocate from May 7 to May 8, 2024.

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Sharon Roberson

May 10, 2024

Ms. Addison once again I can't express how sorry I am to hear of the loss of your dear husband. My condolences are with you and your dear family. Please call whenever you feel the need.

Tally

May 9, 2024

Mrs. Addison,
Please accept my most heartfelt condolences. Someone so special can never be forgotten. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss.

Rita Slack

May 8, 2024

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lavonda

May 8, 2024

I am sorry for your loss! My prayers will be with you and your family. May God Bless!

Terricka

May 8, 2024

Praying with you and Family My Mrs. Addison

Betina & Kenneth Wordsworth

May 8, 2024

Our most heartfelt condolences to the Addison Family. Pa-Pa was the most humble and loving man you could ever want to meet. We so loved they way He and Ms. Addison loved each other. He was never shy to express his love for her and she'd respond with a blushing expression (I loved it). He poured wisdom into our marriage and we are so blessed to have known him. We love and will miss him dearly.

Vonda' S. Robertson

May 7, 2024

My condolences to this phenomenal family. Mr. Addison was such a gentle spirit. Ms. Addison, please know that we are always here for you. May God continue to cover you, and may his great peace hold you during this time of bereavement. Love you guys dearly.

Infinite Love,
Vonda' S. Robertson

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Memorial Events
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May

9

Visitation

9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Greater New Guide Baptist Church

3445 Fairfields Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA

May

9

Service

11:30 a.m.

Greater New Guide Baptist Church

3445 Fairfields Avenue, Baton Rouge, LA

Funeral services provided by:

Hall Davis and Son Funeral Service - Baton Rouge

9348 Scenic Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70807

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