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Jesse Wilson

10/10/1934 - 08/01/2020

Obituary For Jesse Wilson

CROWLEY - A private funeral service will be held for Jesse Wilson, 85, on August 8, 2020 at the Love of Christ Baptist Church located at 1120 West Hutchinson Ave, Crowley, La. The viewing will be from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The funeral will be from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Pastor Corwin Dale Morgan will officiate the home going. Jesse Wilson entered into eternal rest on Saturday August 1, 2020 after years of dedicated service to family, community and last but not least God. He passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family and loved ones.

He leaves behind his loving wife Ruth Andrus-Wilson of Crowley, La, one stepson Jeffery Andrus (friend) Lanie Vaughn of Crowley, La., three stepdaughters Melanie Andrus-Guillory (Donald) of Houston, Tx., Stephanie Andrus Jackson (Chriss) of Carrolton, Tx. and Valerie Sanders and daughter Kia of Sacramento, Ca. Three sisters Norma J. Wilson Washington, Theresa Hall Harmon of Crowley, La. and Burline Hall Vallier (Bishop James) of Alexandria, La. and one brother, Herman Hall (Sharon) of Houston, Tx. Two Sisters-in-law Beatrice Wilson of Daly City, Ca. and Marlene Teate “adopted daughter” of Harbor City, Ca. As well as a host of very special nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives and friends dear to his heart.

Mr. Wilson is preceded in death by: his father Earl Carver Wilson, Sr. (Emma Daniel) and his mother Elizabeth Rentrope Wilson; two sisters, Hazel Wilson Gage (Holland Sr.) and Carolyn Wilson Gage (Ralph Sr.); and seven brothers, Earl Jr., Clyde, Luther, Wallace, Willard and Fred Wilson Sr. and Sherman Hall.

Due to COVID-19, masks are required for those in attendance.

Words of condolence may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 577 North Avenue C, Crowley, LA, (337) 514-5217, is in charge of arrangements.


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He sounded like he was a decent man to most. My name is Devin Wilson and I am the daughter of Jesse Wilson from San Francisco, CA. If any of his family would like to get to know or have questions for me then please reach out to me via FB or Instagram, My email is DevjustDev@icloud.com. I would love to learn of that side of the family and I pray that they are accepting and open. I wish you truth, honestly, and God's grace.

God bless your soul, I don't resent you for leaving me but I'm sure you will take that up with God. Your bastard daughter, Devin❤️

Father, my prayers for this family for comforts, peace and strengths to keep their spirits uplifting and my prayers for Your Presence for peace and share Your love is their powers to lean on and move forward. Thank You for sharing their joy, love and laughter from Mr. Jesse Wilson's great memories and strengths. In Jesus' name. Amen. Sibyl

I will always love you!

Monique Crowther

Uncle Jesse, so many memories we shared over the years, you were such a great man that will be missed, You always be in my heart forever, Aunt Ruth thank you for the Love and all the wonderful times we shared together, Please know I'm just a phone call away ,praying God will continue to give you strength, Niece, Willie Mae Wilson, Wallace in Spirit

Uncle Jesse, so many memories we shared over the years, you were such a great man that will be missed, You always be in my heart forever, Aunt Ruth thank you for the Love and all the wonderful times we shared together, Please know I'm just a phone call away ,praying God will continue to give you strength,

Niece, Willie Mae Wilson Wilson in Spirit

To Bishop and Mother Burline Vallier, also the Wilson and Hall families, KpS3Q6our condolences on the loss of your loved one. Our prayers are with you Bro Errol and Sis Oradelle Matthews

May God give Uncle Jessie eternal rest. I was saddened to hear the news of Uncle Jessie's passing. But I know he's resting in the arms of our LORD and SAVIOR. He will be missed and never forgotten. Rest In Peace Uncle Jessie. A good heart has stopped beating, a good soul ascended to heaven. Love Karren Neal

Condolences to the family. My name is Scott J. Peradotto. Jessie Wilson, a opponent and teammate in Fastpitch softball out of San Francisco. Jessie was a hella good hitter, especially in clutch situations. We played against the best in California. Championship tournaments. I will always remember this kind and athletic man.

I will miss my Uncle Jesse dearly but I know he was happy in his choices he made in his life. I want to thank my Aunt Ruth for the love she brought to his life you made him so happy! I will miss him asking me when we talked is this Barbara Gage? Love You Uncle Jesse "May You Rest In Peace and Rise In Glory"

I knew Jesse as a co-worker, team mate and mor importantly as a friend. He was truly a gentleman it was my privilege to known him. My condolences to his family. I will keep Jesse in my prayers and thoughts.

I was privileged to play softball with Jesse in San Francisco. He was such a good man and an example to all. Tad Tassone

Sending Heartfelt Sympathy And Condolences To The Family.

My heartfelt sympathy to Mrs Ruth Wilson and sister Mrs Norma and Families May God give each one peace and consolation during your grief. Trust in the Lord Sharon Wilridge

May my brother in law Jesse Wilson Rest In Peace. He has been the only one that has continually called & checked on me since the passing of my husband Willard George Wilson Sr & when I was going through my cancer.I will truly miss him dearly forever in my heart. From Beatrice Wilson

May my Uncle Jessie Rest In Peace. I will miss him dearly & miss hearing his voice. I loved when he would call & check on us he sound so much like my father. Now he is gone & I am heartbroken. I will always love you dear uncle. Love your niece Gloria Wilson-Moreira (Glo Glo)

My deepest Sympathy to the Wilson Family! Deborah Webster

You are in our thoughts, hearts and prayers. God is our refuge and strength. Love The Wilcotts

We had fun at SF Recreation and Parks

May my friend Rest In Peace we had good times at Hayes Valley Recreaction center, Deborah Dixon

Our condolences to Mrs. Wilson and family. We are dear friends and Bethel church members of Stephanie (Criss) Jackson. May Gods peace and comfort be with the family during this time of bereavement. Lovingly, Tammye, Mark and Kelsey Jones

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

Ford & Joseph Funeral Home | Opelousas, LA

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