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Obituary For Jakie R. Gadson

Jakie R. Gadson, affectionately called “Man” by family and friends, was born on April 30, 1956, in Tarpon Springs, Florida, Jakie Gadson, Sr. and Barbara Forbes.

Jakie attended Union Academy during his primary years. During his middle school years, he attended Tarpon Junior High School and was a graduate of Tarpon Senior High School, Class of 1975. He continued his educational goals at Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas, where he played on the football team. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and served for four years, surviving the Beirut bombing in 1983. He was a Free Mason Grandmaster with Saint Safford Lodge #67. Jakie was employed with the State of Florida Department of Corrections for 18 years.

Jakie enjoyed fishing and hunting. He was a devoted member of Mt. Herman Missionary Baptist Church, where he was a member of the choir and a church van driver. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Jakie enjoyed watching westerns and wrestling television shows. After retirement, he took pleasure in cutting the lawns in the neighborhood.

Jakie R. Gadson departed this earthly life for his eternal home on March 2, 2021, Tarpon Springs, Florida.

He leaves cherished memories to… Sons: Jamil Gadson (Magdalena) and Clint Burrowes; Daughter: Kirby Thompson (Damion) Mother: Barbara Forbes Father and stepmother: Jakie Gadson, Sr. (Gladys) Brothers: Henry Forbes (Monica), Curtis Saunders, Brian Gadson, Jakie Gadson, Jr. (Teresa) and Tony Brown (Yvette) Sisters: Sonja Hicks (Rickey), Winzella Williams (Antonio), Katrina Saunders, Gina Bass (Antoine), Erica Johnson and Tamala Holmes (John) His ex-wife, whom he was married to for 16 years: Joy Thurston Grandchildren: Scavorris, Izaiah, Anastasia, Jamil, Jr. and Jake Sister-in-law: Gale Gadson And a host of nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends from the Pelican Point Seafood, Rusty Bellies, Department of Corrections and Henderson State University.

Public Viewing will be Friday March 12, 2021 (5P - 7P) & Home Going Services will be Saturday March 13, 2021 (11AM) both at Mt. Hermon MBC 400 S. Levis Ave. Tarpon Springs, FL 34689.

For the safety of those in attendance CDC guidelines will be adhered to for both the Public Viewing and Home Going Services.

Services entrusted to Smith-Young's Funeral Home, Inc.

Guest Book

My Dearest Jake, you left without saying goodbye. you said you were going to be fine. But you earned your wings and flew away. I'm sad but 😂 happy because you're not suffering. Stand tall and Walk proudly as you enter into heaven to meet our father. Kirby,Jamel and little short short and not to forget my 2 beautiful sisters. I've know your dad and brother since 12/86 he was my big brother in the Corrections Acadamy and took me under his wings and became my big brother. Love you guys forever💘 My deepest condolences Chery G.Knight St.Petersburg Fl.

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Sometimes God wants a beautiful flower too so he took Man sleep in peace we love but God knows what best with deepest Sympathy

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Man you will really be missed but we know God makes no mistake love you

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Felicia Wright-Plummer

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My deepest condolences and prayers for my family!! Man was a beautiful person and I was truly blessed that he was a part of my life!! Felicia Wright-Plummer

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Just as we live we soon shall follow this road keeping it real in heart and practicing daily What Love Is I'm so sorry to hear about his passing I remember him like I saw him last full of life but I know that all of us must get our houses in order for one day we shall see the Lord forgetting about all the pain and suffering here on Earth God bless the family you will always be in my prayers God bless Genevieve Collins and the House of Prayer for all people

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Man, it seems unreal. I'm so thankful we had an opportunity to talk recently. I also grateful that I was able to say I love you "BLOOD" you will never be forgotten!! Rest easy family!!!

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God has a purpose for all our lives, and His time to call us home. My brother I love you man and truly will miss you much. Your brother Donnie Tank Sparkman, AR

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My brother ... it's been a helluva ride. Along the way, we've had some fun. I know you're in a much better place now, but, man, we're really going to miss you down here. Godspeed on your new journey. And put in a good word to the Supreme One for us. I love you, Jake. Rest In Peace! Lee Ivory, Washington, DC

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I would like send my sympathy to my family. I will miss man for our early morning talk. Rest in peace Man.🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🌹🌹

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Jakie it was a pleasure knowing you. You will be missed by our family at Pelican Point Seafood and Rusty Bellys. You were always there for us. We love you. The Reis family.

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Rest In Love Jake! Roderick& Mamye Gill Eudora,AR

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Rest In Paradise Man.. You were loved by so many but God Loved you Best. You will be missed

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Man, You will be missed by our family. We loved you and enjoyed all the times you stop by and visit with the family and the things you done so gracious and willing and you will never be forgotten. You earn your wings, so now soar high and rest in peace. You will always be remembered. The Crawford Family

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"To be absent from the body is to be present with the lord." I know you were strong in your faith with God. Every conversation you gave him the praise and glory for where you were!! Now your struggles are over and you can REST IN LOVE! I will miss you but we will meet again...

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We will miss you MAN..you always treated us with love and care. It was a pleasure to visit with you on family vacations, all the laughter and cooking jokes. Take your well deserved rest. Love from uncle Ivan,sharon ,Jada,tahj,Jere,danara and Anoush (Nassau Bahamas)

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My condolences to the family

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Peaceful Journey my brother. Love you!Dwight Boo Watson

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Condolences to the family. RIP Jakie. 🙏🏾🙏🏾

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Jakie, you will be missed. I love how you cared for your family. I love how you treated me when I visited and also when you visited us in the Bahamas. Visiting Florida will never be the same as your presence will be missed. Walk good my brother in law. RIP.

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Take your rest Uncle Jakie. I was blessed to be able to stand in you and Auntie Joy's wedding and then to visit you both during a few summers while in school and university. You will surely be missed and I am glad my husband and children got to meet you. Love always Stacey, Mitch, Jordyn, Joshua and Summer.

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Rest In Peace Uncle Jakie. Will always cherish the summers you took us to the fish house, for a drive and lunch. You were such a loving uncle💕. You will be forever loved and missed❤️😭. Love Adrian, Tiffany, Arron and Israel from Nassau, Bahamas

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