Joseph Edward Washington departed this life at his residence on Wednesday, August 31, 2011. Beloved son of Paulette Washington Gabriel and Joseph Thomas. Stepson of Kirk Gabriel. Grandson of Shirley Washington and the late James and Leona Thomas. Brother of Shenna Washington, Keddrick Washington, Mia Thomas, and the late Kijuana Washington. Uncle of Kierra Washington and Jayden Washington, also survived by a host of aunts, uncle, cousins, other relatives and friends. Age: 27 years a native and resident of Gretna, La. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the funeral service at Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 10:00a.m. Rev. Kevin Jackson officiating Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the above named parlor. Interment: McDonoghville Cemetery-Gretna, La. Arrangements By Davis Mortuary Service 230 Monroe St. Gretna, La. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.