Jesse Wayne Creel

Jesse Wayne Creel (PawPaw Bones) was born on April 3, 1962 in Bogalusa, Louisiana and was a resident of Watson. He entered the gates of heaven on November 6, 2026 at the age of 64. Although saying goodbye is one of the hardest things we will ever have to do, we find comfort in knowing his earthly journey has ended and eternal life in heaven has just begun. No more pain, no more suffering, and no more sorrow— only everlasting peace in the presence of our lord and savior. 

While we would give anything for one more conversation, one more smile, and one more moment together, we know that this is not a goodbye forever, but simply a see you later. He was a man who found happiness in the simple things in life, and one of the things he loved most was being outside mowing his grass. He took great pride in his yard, and there was no place he’d rather be than on his lawnmower, enjoying the outdoors. It was more than just mowing grass to him; it was something that brought him peace and happiness. To know him was to love him, and to love him was to laugh with him. He was always cutting up, cracking jokes, and finding a way to make everyone smile. Picking on the ones he loved was just one of the many ways of showing his love. You never knew what he was going to say next, but you could always count on him to make you laugh. His sense of humor was one of the many things that made him so special. We will forever miss his jokes, his laughter and simply having him here with us. Behind all the jokes and laughter was a man with a heart full of love for his family. Life will never be the same without his laughter, his jokes, and his presence, but a piece of him will live on in every story we tell and every laugh we share.

He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Deirdre “DeeDee” Creel; his three daughters, Ashley King (David), Mariah “Maya” Creel, and Mary Creel; and his two sons, James “Jamie” Gay (Brandy), and Joseph Gay (Sarah).He was a proud grandfather to 14 grandchildren: Chelci Richardson (Eddie), Kayne Strahan (Alyssa), Kaitlyn King (Trevor Thompson), Hunter Gay (Riley Urban), Ally Gay Fly (Caden), Kylee Gay, Adam King Jr., Addison King, Kenlee Gay, Tristan York, Lillian Gay, Isaac Gay, Peyton Gay, and Luke Wayne Gay. He was also blessed with five great-grandchildren: Ava Richardson, Ethan Richardson, Eli Richardson, Kasen King, and Carter Lee.

He is also survived by his two brothers, Russell Creel Jr. (Lynn), and Jerry Creel; brothers-in-law, David York Sr. and Wayne York (Vanessa); sisters-in-law, Donna York and Angela Bolton Montgomery (Kenneth); Jessica York; and his extended sisters, Donna Seymour and Dana Holmes. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell Creel Sr. and Sandra Creel; his brother, Dennis Creel Sr.; his sister, Barbara Kay Creel; Jimmy Don York, whom he loved and considered a son of his own; his granddaughter, Dallas Clair; and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Carole and Frank Bolton.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026, at Live Oak Baptist Church, located at 35603 Coxe Avenue, Denham Springs, Louisiana 70706.Visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by the service at 1:00 p.m., officiated by Pastor Johnny Morgan, Cody and Brittany Novem.

“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.” — 2 Timothy 4:7