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Obituary For Willie James Nash, Jr.
Willie James Nash, Jr. of Fayetteville, GA passed on May 26, 2022.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022 at 11:00 AM at Tabernacle of Praise Church International 1640 GA-42 North, McDonough, GA 30253.
Services entrusted to Willie A. Watkins Funeral Home of Riverdale. 770-909-8800
Mr. Willie James Nash, Jr. was born on April 19, 1951, in Union, MS to the late Willie J. Nash and Bessie Jane Nash. He graduated from C. H. Boler High School in Decatur, MS. He attended Jackson State University.
Willie was driven and accomplished in sports, particularly loving to play baseball and football. He played football for Jackson State University and later for the New Orleans Saints.
He served in the United States Marine Corp but was most proud of his 30+ years of service in law enforcement. He started his law enforcement career with the City of Atlanta but did most of his career with the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office where he had hundreds of stories to tell in that colorful story-telling way that kept everyone engaged.
In law enforcement he impacted many lives. He developed a passion for training and trained thousands of law enforcement officers. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) and served for several years as Georgia Chapter President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE). Major Willie Nash retired from the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office in 2004.
Willie’s hobbies included fishing, watching all sports and so much more. He also loved his family and friends often planning fish fries, cook outs and low country boils to bring everyone together.
God called Willie home to eternal rest Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Piedmont Fayette Hospital surrounded by his wife, daughters, and family. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Willie J. Nash and Bessie Jane Nash, his son Carlos Nash, and brothers John Garner, Vernon Garner and Charles Hooker. He leaves with beautiful memories to cherish: his wife of 25 years Paula Nash, daughters Morgan Nash and Santana Nash, son Michael Nash, and honorary daughter Justice (Temeka) King; sisters Diane Grant, Arlene White, Darlene Brown, and Gemetricia Bass; brothers Andre Griffin, Robert Nash, Charles (Chucky) Nash, and Winston White; and a host of cherished cousins, nieces, nephews, and countless friends.
In some of his last words, Willie expressed a quote by General McArthur that read “Old soldiers never die, they just fade away.” While this quote is so fitting for Willie’s magnificent and impactful life, it is even more fitting because it was said by General McArthur on April 19, 1951, Willie’s date of birth.
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Cheryl Bolden sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Willie James Nash, Jr. - June 02, 2022
Paula you and the girls are in my thoughts and prayers. Psalm 34:18 reads The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed.May you find comfort in the Lord. Cheryl Bolden
Sherrette Dyson sent Eternal Peace Basket for Willie James Nash, Jr. - June 02, 2022
May God grant you all strength, comfort and peace. We love Jr. and we love you all.
Love, Sherrette and Terance Jada and Jordan Dyson
The Loving Light Dishgarden was sent for Willie James Nash, Jr. - June 01, 2022
Heavenly Grace Spray was sent for Willie James Nash, Jr. - June 01, 2022
To Paula, Santana, Morgan, Michael, and the Nash Family, We are Sending Our Sincerest Condolences to You and Keeping you Lifted Up in Prayer for Comfort, Peace, and Strength at This Time. We are truly going to miss Junior and having our talks on the phone with him. The stories he would tell about our humble beginnings growing up in Union with the Family (PawPaw & Grandma Biddie, finding Tigerworms for fishing, hunting with Daddy Jake & Uncle Bennie (Our Dad) & snacking on Mom Mae's famous "Tea Cakes") to conversations of Life abroad. The way he could make us laugh and could encourage & inspire! We Loved Him Dearly & Will Truly Miss Our "Big Brother Cousin! Numbers 6: 24-26 24 The Lord bless thee, and keep thee: 25 The Lord make his face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee: 26 The Lord lift up his countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. The Bennie & Maudie Nash Family Vincent & Yvette, Jose & Tammie, Benny & Tonya, & Dennis Nash
Love and comfort to you all during this time of bereavement. Jessica
Paula, Morgan,and Santana our prayers are with you, during this difficult time. May God continue to comfort you, more and more every day to come. May the love and memories that you all shared, be a light to guide you during any dark times, and remember that your protector is always watching over you. -Love always, Tito, Nichole "Nikki", Carizma, and Kennedi Williams
Paula, Morgan,and Santana our prayers are with you, during this difficult time. May God continue to comfort you, more and more every day to come. May the love and memories that you all shared, be a light to guide you during any dark times, and remember that your protector is always watching over you.
Big cuz.... u will truly be missed! I'll never forget the times and talks we had. From, u coming to see me at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics and everyone thought u came to take me jail, but didn't know u were my first cousin until they saw us together; to u calling me and saying "I meant to disturb u, son!" lol.. And all points in between.. ! U were always there, cuz! And I thank u and love u for being the awesome that u were! Paula, Morgan, Santana... love u family, sorry we couldn't be there, but u are definitely in our hearts and prayers! Love u Nash Family! Deno Nash and family!
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you all peace during this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Always been a good example of a Man. Semper Fi, Marine! -Gabriel & Karen Bolden
Love you Always PeeWee! ♥️LaToya & Tracy Bolden
To Paula, the girls & the rest of the family, My prayers and love is with you. God Bless and strengthen you guys. Jr. will definitely be missed. - Kelvin Bolden II
I am Paula's first cousin. My son attended Morehouse and I was so nervous about him being so far away from me. But knowing Paula and Willie Nash were comforted me. Willie worked parttime and Checked on my son every week to make sure he was OK. He was a good family member and the person I knew. Paula, Santana and Morgan, I love you all and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Nash Family, Our prayers and love is with you. May God be close to you now for strength and comfort- and may His peace overflow in the days to come . With Prayer and Love The Mount Moriah Baptist Church Family.
The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want. I am praying for the family this morning as you get ready to Celebrate the life and Legacy of Willie Nash. Jesus loves you and He is holding you in His Mighty right hand! Climb up into His arms and breath! Love "Diedre" Marian Nash
The Lord is my Shepherd I shall not want. I am praying for the family this morning as you get ready to Celebrate the life and Legacy of Willie Nash. Jesus loves you and He is holding you in His Mighty right hand! Climb up into His arms and breath! Love "Diedre" Marian Nash
To the family, from the Handspike, Teague, Burgess and Norris families we send our sincere condolence.
My condolences to his wife and family during this difficult time. RIP
Willie was a father, uncle and brother to all of us! I cherish my memories growing up listening to his stories and advice! Godspeed! - Alan Barrett
I knew Brother Willie Nash,from the Fulton County Training Center for many years.He was an Outstanding Trainer and human being.We had many meaningful conversations down through the years.I will truly miss him and very grateful that our paths crossed in life on this side.God Bless and strengthen his family.
Paula my sincere condolences Gwendolyn Brittian Lynn
He will truly be missed. I loved talking to him and hearing his words of encouragement and wisdom. Rest easy family!
Lakelia "Tinkabell" Jones
To the family, my sincere condolences! May God's comfort, peace, and love be with each of you in abundance during this time.
I'll be praying for you all. ~ April Fox Owens
To Paula and family, so sorry to hear of cousin Willie Transitioning over we Send our love , and prayers, sympathy to you all . Remember the Love,laughter, happiness you all shared to get you through these times. Love The Hunter Family... Bobby, Sharon , Shmaiah..... 🙏🏽❤️
I always will love you too, Uncle Jr.
To Paula and the family, I just heard. Our deepest condolences to you. May God give you strength during this time of bereavement. Love you, Bessie & Keith DeBowles.
I love and miss you daddy.
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