Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC

Joanna Juanita Henry-Scott

Joanna Juanita Henry-Scott

Sep 5, 2022

The family of Joanne Juanita Henry-Scott (born May 7, 1939) sadly announces her death on Monday, September 5, 2022. Join us on Thursday, September 15, 2022, at 10:00 a.m. viewing or 11:00 a.m. funeral service as we celebrate Joanne's life and the blessed promise of eternal life through Christ at Southern Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 4444 Branch Avenue , Temple...

Selena H. Green

Selena H. Green

Aug 22, 2022

Selena H. Green

Sunrise: December 17, 1927 ~ August 22, 2022

Selena H. Green entered into Eternal Rest on Monday, August 22, 2022. She leaves to cherish her loving memory a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until Celebration of Life service at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, September 2...

Alice L. Scott

Alice L. Scott

Aug 14, 2022

Alice L. Scott Sunrise: December 5, 1946 ~ August 14, 2022

Alice L. Scott entered into Eternal Rest on Sunday, August 14, 2022. She leaves to mourn her loss a host of relatives and friends. 10:30 a.m. Memorial Service will be held on Friday, September 2 at Second New St. Paul Baptist Church, 2400 Franklin Street, NE,...

Jacqueline Dent

Jacqueline Dent

Aug 13, 2022

Jacqueline Dent Sunrise: November 3, 1946 Sunset: August 13, 2022 Jacqueline Dent entered into Eternal Rest on Saturday, August 13, 2022. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation 11:00 a.m., until Memorial Service at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, September 10 at Salvation Outreach and Deliverance Ministries, 4598 Beech Road, Temple Hills, MD 20748.

Kermit Stephen Thompson

Kermit Stephen Thompson

Jul 26, 2022

Kermit S. Thompson entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. He leaves to cherish his loving memory, a host of relatives and friends. Join the family for his Celebration of Life, from 3pm to 7pm on Saturday, September 10 at 2825 Brentwood Road, NE, Washington, DC 20018. *Bring your lawn chairs PLEASE CLICK ON THE "CELEBRATION OF LIFE"...

Ethel Marie Spencer

Ethel Marie Spencer

Jul 26, 2022

ETHEL MARIE SPENCER Sunrise: June 23, 1929 ~ Sunset: July 26, 2022 Mrs. Ethel Marie Spencer departed this life on Tuesday, July 26, 2022. She leaves to cherish her loving memory a host of devoted relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, August 19 at...

Anna Mae (Richardson)  Alexander

Anna Mae (Richardson) Alexander

Jul 24, 2022

ANNA MAE RICHARDSON ALEXANDER (Age 69) - Affectionately known as "Ann", died peacefully on Sunday, July 24, 2022 in her home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland after suffering a long illness.  She was born in Louisburg in Franklin County, North Carolina to the late Dick Tavis "Bud" and Katie Mae Richardson.  Ann leaves to cherish her memory her husband of...

Forestine Mcclain Cooke

Forestine Mcclain Cooke

Jul 13, 2022

Forestine McClain Cooke, affectionately known by many names, has left our world and joined many of our other loved ones in a place of comfort and rest. On July 28th 2022, we will gather at her church home, Our Lady Queen of Peace (3800 Ely Place S.E. Washington DC 20019). The viewing of her at rest will commence @...

Rosetta J. Payton

Rosetta J. Payton

Jul 4, 2022

Rosetta J. Payton (age 93) Sunrise: September 10, 1928 ~ Sunset: July 4, 2022

Rosetta J. Payton entered into Eternal Rest on Monday, July 4, 2022. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, her devoted daughters, Victoria Paytonwebber and Vernell Payton Fergusson; and a host of other relatives and friends. Walk-thru Visitation will be held from 12:45...

June E. Jones

June E. Jones

Jun 29, 2022

June E. Jones (age 87) Sunrise: January 21, 1935 ~ Sunset: June 29,2022 June E. Jones transitioned into Eternal Rest on Wednesday, June 29, 2022. She is survived by her loving children, Sabrina James and Andre' Jones; three grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial...

John B. Pate, Jr.

John B. Pate, Jr.

Jun 28, 2022

Mr. John B. Pate, Jr. (Age 67) September 30, 1954 ~ June 28, 2022

John B. Pate, Jr., entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, June 28, 2022. He leaves to cherish his loving memory his mother, Ernestine L. Pate; brother, William Pate and a host of other relatives and friends. WALK THRU Visitation will be held from...

Charles Henry Mcnair

Charles Henry Mcnair

Jun 23, 2022

Mr. Charles Henry McNair May 18, 1948 ~ June 23, 2022

Veteran, Charles H. McNair entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, June 23, 2022. He is survived by his loving wife, Muriel L. McNair and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until Celebration of Life Services at 11:00 a.m.,...

William Henry Draine

William Henry Draine

Jun 19, 2022

Mr. William Henry Draine (age 81) June 16, 1940 ~ June 19, 2022

Veteran, William H. Draine entered into Eternal Rest on Sunday, June 19, 2022. He is survived by his loving wife, Margaret A. Draine and a host of other relatives and friends. Services TBA.

Ralph Cornelius Mills, Jr.

Ralph Cornelius Mills, Jr.

Jun 15, 2022

Mr. Ralph Cornelius Mills, Jr. (age 91) June 11, 1931 ~ June 15, 2022

Veteran, Ralph C. Mills, Jr., entered into Eternal Rest on Wednesday, June 15, 2022. He is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m., at The...

Rickie Sheridan Lyles

Rickie Sheridan Lyles

Jun 10, 2022

Mr. Rickie Sheridan Lyles July 12, 1954 ~ June 10, 2022

Rickie S. Lyles entered into Eternal Rest on Friday, June 10, 2022. He is survived by a host of relatives and Friends. Family Visiting Hour 10:00 a.m; Memorial Service 11:00 a.m; on Thursday, June 23 at Salvation Outreach and Deliverance Ministries, 4598 Beech Road, Temple Hills,...

Theodosia Laverne Johnson-Cook

Theodosia Laverne Johnson-Cook

Jun 9, 2022

Mrs. Theodosia Laverne Johnson-Cook March 31, 1947 ~ June 9, 2022

Theodosia L. Johnson-Cook entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, June 9, 2022. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held at 10:00 a.m., until Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, June 25 at Randall Memorial United Methodist  ...

Joseph Haskin Graves, Jr.

Joseph Haskin Graves, Jr.

Jun 5, 2022

Joseph Haskin Graves Jr. "Joe"

March 07, 1941 – June 05, 2022

Joseph H. Graves Jr. passed away at the age of 82 on Sunday, June 05, 2022, at his home in District Heights, Maryland.

Beloved husband of Vernell Graves; Son DeMarcus, Daughters LaShawn (Nikki), & Nicola; Sister Delores (DeeDee) Graves; devoted nieces...

George Raymond Blair, Jr.

George Raymond Blair, Jr.

May 23, 2022

Apostle George Blair of Capitol Heights, MD passed away on Monday, May 23, 2022. He is survived by his loving wife, Marian Elaine; one son, Raynard Blair; four daughters, Raynee Chiles, Wanda Yates, Shannon Williams-Schneider, and Kimberly Blair Jones; 15 grandchildren Raynathia (Bunny), Alicia (Lici), Anita (Nini), Derrick, Deron, Brittany (BB), Rayshawn (Shawnie Pooh), Darnell (Main Man), Joshlyn (Sugar...

Lily Esther Mason

Lily Esther Mason

Apr 29, 2022

Lily Esther Mason (Age 87) Sunrise: March 30, 1935 Sunset: April 29, 2022

Lily E. Mason entered into Eternal Rest on Friday, April 29, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Frederick Mason, Jr. and son, Eric Gardiner Mason. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, two children, Richard Dexter Mason and Kimberly Marshell...

Calvin C. Donelson

Calvin C. Donelson

Apr 26, 2022

Calvin passed peacefully on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, surrounded by his devoted wife of 70 years, Anne W. Donelson and five generations of family. He lived a remarkable life and transitioned at the age of 95. A private interment ceremony will be held at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery. A memorial banquet to celebrate Calvin's amazing life with family and friends...