Wallace Washington Sr.
Visitation 9:00 am till 10:45 am until Funeral service at 11:00 am Saturday November 7, 2026 Jones Funeral Home 230 South Hollywood Road Houma, LA 70360 Interment Triumph Baptist Church Cemetery Gibson, La 70356
Wallace Washington Sr., a native of Terrebonne Parish and a resident of Gibson, Louisiana, peacefully passed away on October 25, 2026.
Wallace received his primary and secondary education at Southdown School. After leaving school, he entered the construction industry, where he worked as a dedicated pipefitter.
In 1964, Wallace met and married the love of his life, Audrey Mae. The two celebrated their love and commitment with a beautiful outdoor wedding ceremony and went on to share 62 wonderful years of marriage, building a life rooted in love, faith, and family.
Wallace's love for the Lord was genuine and evident in the way he lived his life. His Christianity was not simply something he professed, but something he expressed through everyday conversations and interactions with others. He found great joy in serving the Lord with love and devotion as an usher at Beulah Baptist Church, Magnolia Baptist Church, Triumph Baptist Church, and New Vision Family Worship Center. His faith was a guiding light throughout his life and a testimony to those who knew him.
Outside of his church service, Wallace enjoyed life's simple pleasures. In his spare time, you could often find him watching football, working with his hands through woodworking, challenging himself with crossword puzzles, or trying his luck with his Lotto tickets. These hobbies brought him enjoyment and added to the many memories his loved ones will forever cherish.
Wallace leaves to cherish his precious memories his devoted wife of 62 years, Audrey Mae Washington; his children, Jeanette Washington and Rachel Washington; six grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren; one godchild; and three siblings, Larry Jenkins, Rosalie Chisel and Mary Woods. He also leaves a host of extended family members, church family, friends, and loved ones who will forever treasure the time they shared with him.
Wallace was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Vella Jenkins; his sons, Royal and Wallace Washington Jr.; his grandson, Kendrick Washington; his great-grandson, Jaleel Washington; his sister, Jeannie Sims; and his brother, Herbert Jenkins Jr. a host of nieces, nephews relatives and friends
Though Wallace's earthly journey has come to an end, the love he shared, the faith he demonstrated, and the memories he created will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. His life was a testimony of love, devotion, and service to God and family.
Well done, thy good and faithful servant. His presence will be deeply missed, but his legacy will never be forgotten.
