Samuel Walter Washington Sr.

Samuel was born July 5, 1933. He was the beloved husband of Barbara Washington for over 67 years. Father of Samuel Walter Washington Jr. (Judy) and Venita Briscoe (Keith). Grandfather of August Washington (Adierah), Tracey S. Wiley (Barrett), Ryan Washington (Monica), and James Paige Jr. Great grandfather of Alexis Washington, Dominque Robert, Aiden Washington, Everett Wiley, Ella Willey, Alton Augustine, Ariel Abair, and Damien Bolden. Brother of Louis Washington, as well as the late Edward Washington, William Washington, Carol Sterling, and Wilhelmina Alexander. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

He spent his life as an educator, making a difference in the lives of young people. He also worked for the District Attorney's Office. He was a veteran of the US Army, and graduated with his Master's Degree from Xavier University. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and Alpha Phi Omega Fraternity. He is remembered as a great cook, an amazing artist, and a doting grandfather. He always had something funny to say.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Corpus Christi Catholic Church on St. Bernard Avenue in New Orleans on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11:00 AM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.WestsideLeitzEagan.com for the Washington family.