Jakob Caesar Whittaker

Jul 2, 1966 -

Mar 11, 2026

Jakob Caesar Whittaker, "Jake," 59, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, while tending to his tomato starts in his new Wasilla, Alaska, home.

Jake spent his early years in Ketchikan before moving to Anchorage, Alaska. He graduated from the King Career Center, worked for B&B Tools for many years, then managed a series of Whittaker Management apartments with his mother. More recently, he enjoyed buying and selling real estate, playing poker, fishing, trying new gardening techniques and expressing his political views to elected officials.

He was preceded in death by his father, Dick Whittaker of Ketchikan; mother, Judy Whittaker of Anchorage; and three dogs all named Groucho.

Survivors include his two beloved dogs, Groucho (the fourth) and Sweetie; siblings, Maxx, Juno with niece Jeorgia, Josh, Jetta with nephew Leo and niece Ruby, and Jed; and good friends, Clint and Theresa Churchil.

At his request, no services will be held; Jake's his ashes will be spread at various fishing holes. To remember him, please speak kindly to a dog and don't forget to vote!