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Jake Hess(1927-2004)

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Jake Hess was born on 24 December 1927 in Mt. Pisgah, Alabama, USA. He was an actor, known for Gaither's Pond (1997), Masters V: Have A Little Faith (1987) and Precious Memories (1994). He was married to Joyce McWaters. He died on 4 January 2004 in Opelika, Alabama, USA.
BornDecember 24, 1927
DiedJanuary 4, 2004(76)
BornDecember 24, 1927
DiedJanuary 4, 2004(76)
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    • 4 wins & 1 nomination total

Known for

Gaither's Pond (1997)
Gaither's Pond
3.5
TV Series
  • Snappy Jake(voice)
Masters V: Have A Little Faith
Music Video
  • Jake Hess
  • 1987
Precious Memories (1994)
Precious Memories
9.0
Video
  • Self
  • 1994
Reunion: A Gospel Homecoming Celebration (1992)
Reunion: A Gospel Homecoming Celebration
Video
  • Self
  • 1992

Credits

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Actor

  • Gaither's Pond (1997)
    Gaither's Pond
    3.5
    TV Series
    • Snappy Jake (voice)
    • 1997–2001
  • Masters V: Have A Little Faith
    Music Video
    • Jake Hess
    • 1987

Soundtrack

  • Gaither's Pond (1997)
    Gaither's Pond
    3.5
    TV Series
    • performer: "God Takes Good Care of Me"
    • 1997

Personal details

  • Alternative name
    • Old Friends Quartet
  • Born
    • December 24, 1927
    • Mt. Pisgah, Alabama, USA
  • Died
    • January 4, 2004
    • Opelika, Alabama, USA
  • Spouse
    • Joyce McWatersOctober 1952 - 2000 (her death, 3 children)

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