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Jack Randall Whitaker left this world on Monday, June 13, 2016 at 4:10 p.m. A resident of Central, La., he was 37 years old. The beloved son of Lisa and Jack Whitaker and loving brother and brother-in-law to Holly Whitaker Gascon and Chris Gascon, nephews, Carson and Gavin. Jack was a free spirit who lived life on his terms. He was a dreamer. He was an artist. He could brighten the room with his smile, his attitude, his presence. He brought so much love and happiness to every life he touched. He loved science and science fiction, Da Vinci and Dali, the complexity of existential theories and the simplicity of shooting stars. He created art and music, loved his motorcycle and movies. Above all, he loved his family...he loved his friends. Jack is loved by his grandmother, Carol Dodge, his "Aunt Nell", Danell Brice, his aunt and uncle, Connie Maggio Lassere and Darryl Lassere, his uncle, Charles Bonaventure, and numerous cousins and friends. Preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, Doris and Emile Maggio, paternal great-grandmother, Elsie Davidson and maternal grandfather, Dale Dodge, aunt, Brenda Bonaventure. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Rabenhorst East Funeral Home, 11000 Florida Blvd. Visitation at 11:00 a.m. with memorial service at 1:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to O'Brien House, 1231 Laurel Street, B. R., La. 70802. Visit Rabenhorst.com for online condolences.
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Lisa and I shared an oops pregnancy. Neither were expecting these children but were given never the less. Hers Jack mine Kelli. Both shinning stars in our hearts. This allowed us to be closer as friends and shared the lived we have for this lil oops.
Bonnie Gomez
Friend
June 11, 2019
You are in my prayers and thoughts. So sorry for your loss.
Debra Holcomb
June 27, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. In time it may all make sense! God never sleeps. He watches over you and will help you through this.
Bonnie Gomez
June 18, 2016
Please know I am here for you guys and extremely sorry for your loss!! My prayer is that God will provide your family with "that peace that passes all understanding!!" Love you guys
Collier Thornton
June 17, 2016
Danelle, my heart is with you and your family. So tragic to lose someone this young! I pray for peace which surpasses all understanding!
Mart Bartlerr
June 17, 2016
Rest in peace Jack, I will always remember your kind and generous manner.
June 17, 2016
Great Middle School Friend, life lost way too early!
Kimby Parolli McMasters
June 16, 2016
It gives me comfort because I know you are in the loving arms of the Lord. I know Mawmaw and Uncle Kenny were waiting at the gate for your arrival. You will be missed terribly! I love you now and always Jack Randall!
Hope Achord
June 16, 2016
Your light will always shine in my heart.
Carmen Quebedeaux
June 16, 2016
Best co-worker. I will miss your presence and smiles. Your light is shining bright in the presence of Christ our Savior! Rejoice!
Carmen Quebedeaux
June 16, 2016
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