Jabori Dashawn Lamb

Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Sr.

Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Sr., age 45, passed away unexpectedly while surrounded by family at St. Vincent’s Hospital in Jacksonville, Florida. He was born on May 22, 1980, in Tallahassee, Florida, to the late Walter Lamb, Sr. and Brenda Jordan.

Jabori was educated in the Leon County School System and attended Amos P. Godby High School, where he played both football and basketball. His love for sports, teamwork, and discipline was evident early in life and remained a guiding part of who he was.

In 2014, Jabori married Wakiya Lamb, and together they built a life rooted in love and family. He was a devoted father to five children—Imani, Jabril, Naasir, Jayla, and Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Jr. His children were his pride and joy, and he took his role as a father seriously, always striving to be their protector, provider, and example.

A hardworking man, Jabori spent 16 years as a landscaping supervisor, earning respect for his leadership and strong work ethic. He later obtained his Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and continued his professional career as a driver with FSR Trucking Company.

Jabori enjoyed sports and cooking for those he loved and was especially known for his barbecue ribs, which brought family and friends together. A true mama’s boy, he shared a close and loving bond with his mother, Brenda, whom he deeply cherished.

He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Lamb, Sr., and his sister, Takara Lamb.

He leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Wakiya Lamb; his children, Imani, Jabril, Naasir, Jayla, and Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Jr.; his mother, Brenda Jordan; his siblings, Walter Lamb, Natasha Lamb, and Lakevia Lamb Paris; along with a host of extended family members and friends.

Jabori Dashawn Lamb, Sr. will be remembered for his strength, loyalty, humor, and unwavering love for his family. His legacy lives on through the lives he touched and the love he leaves behind.