WASH, Gene Paul. Beloved husband of Joyce Wash (nee Shepherd). Loving father of Mike, Gerald and Kathy. Dear grandfather of 9 grandchildren and 23 great-grandchildren. Passed away November 15, 2014 at age 84. Visitation to be held at Hodapp Funeral Home, 7401 Vine St., Carthage, Thursday from 5 - 8 PM. Funeral service to be held at the funeral home Friday at 11 AM. Burial will take place at Arlington Memorial Gardens.