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William “Wash” Washington

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William “Wash” Washington Veteran

Birth
La Crosse, Alachua County, Florida, USA
Death
2 May 1999 (aged 80)
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida, USA
Burial
La Crosse, Alachua County, Florida, USA Add to Map
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William Washington (affectionately known to many as "Wash" was born to Tom & Chestina Simmons Washington on May 11, 1918 in LaCrosse, Florida.

He attended the local schools and served in the Armed Forces during World War II.

He was employed by the University of Florida and retired after many years of dedicated service. He was a member of the Jesus Christ Nazareth Worship and Praise Temple under the pastorate of Elder Henry Thompson.

Mr. Washington's life came to a close on Sunday, May 2, 1999; 6:40 pm at the North Florida Special Care Center of Gainesville, Florida.

Survivors include his sister - Victoria Jones; a brother - Isaiah Washington, Sr; aunt Emma Scurry; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; Godson - Rev. Henry Thompson.
William Washington (affectionately known to many as "Wash" was born to Tom & Chestina Simmons Washington on May 11, 1918 in LaCrosse, Florida.

He attended the local schools and served in the Armed Forces during World War II.

He was employed by the University of Florida and retired after many years of dedicated service. He was a member of the Jesus Christ Nazareth Worship and Praise Temple under the pastorate of Elder Henry Thompson.

Mr. Washington's life came to a close on Sunday, May 2, 1999; 6:40 pm at the North Florida Special Care Center of Gainesville, Florida.

Survivors include his sister - Victoria Jones; a brother - Isaiah Washington, Sr; aunt Emma Scurry; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; Godson - Rev. Henry Thompson.

Inscription

US Army World War II



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  • Maintained by: Drew Tate Relative Great-niece/nephew
  • Originally Created by: Mark Cearfoss
  • Added: Jan 19, 2013
  • Find a Grave Memorial ID:
  • Find a Grave, database and images (https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/103789898/william-washington: accessed ), memorial page for William “Wash” Washington (11 May 1918–2 May 1999), Find a Grave Memorial ID 103789898, citing Rhuta Branch Cemetery, La Crosse, Alachua County, Florida, USA; Maintained by Drew Tate (contributor 49591784).