Gerald Washington

Gerald Washington Born January 5, 1939, and passed away at his residence on August 25, 2024 at the age of 85. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Ruby Keith Washington, and 3 children, Kathy Washington (Mark Riddle) of Pontotoc, Danny Washington (Janet) of Randolph, and Angie Lawson (Carly) of Randolph. 5 Grandchildren: DJ Washington (Erin) of Randolph Matt Lawson (Katherine) of Randolph Kayla Washington of Randolph Cody Riddle (Leslie) of Houlka Jesse Washington (Janet) of Randolph 14 Great-grandchildren and 2 Great-great-grandchildren 1 sister, Jerrie Barnes Phillips (Jimmy) 1 sister-n-law, Helen Washington. Preceded in death by: Parents, Rev. Dalton & Idell Washington 1 brother, Laderl Washington 1 brother-n-law, Dan Barnes

Visitation will be at Judah Church of the Lord Jesus Christ on Monday 8/26 from 5 until 8, and Tuesday from 12 until 2:00, with the service being at 2:00. Rev. Danny Washington, Rev. Jesse Washington, and Rev. Carly Lawson will be officiating. Burial will be in the Judah Cemetery. Pallbearers will be: DJ Washington, Matt Lawson, Cody Riddle, Jesse Washington, Mark Riddle, and Keith Hodum. Honorary pallbearers will be: Kayla Washington, Bobby Albert Chrestman, Landon Hood, Logan Hood, Dalton Riddle, Raelynn Hood, Kaden Washington, Keegan Washington, Daniella Washington, Haiden Tunnel, Ty Bennett, Addi Lawson, Maddi Lawson, Jaiden Lawson, Tate Reeves, Emma Kate Patterson (Colt Wooten), Lovelynn Wooten, and Harlee Waldo.

Not only does Gerald leave behind cherished family and friends, but also a legacy of what hard work and commitment will do. He began a journey in the middle 1970’s with determination and a made up mind. He, along with his wife and family and many committed employees produced an empire that stretched across the nation. He was an icon in the furniture industry, and also enjoyed cattle farming, as well as pulling mules. He was a devoted member of Judah Church of the Lord Jesus Christ for more than 50 years. One of his favorite phrases that he often said was, “A wise man changes his mind, and a fool never does”, to which he often did just that.

Browning Funeral Home in Pontotoc is honored to assist the Washington family with the arrangements.

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