Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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...
Doris Baton
Apr 21, 2022
DORIS BATON Sunrise: December 31, 1942 Sunset: April 21, 2022 Entered into eternal rest on Thursday, April 21, 2022. She leaves to cherish her memory; one son, Charles Baton; four daughters, Claudette Joyner (Anthony), Sheila Baton-Smith (John), Lisa Baton and Crystal Baton-Hinton (Anthony); 8 grandchildren, 7 great-grandchildren; four sisters, Diane Bennett (James), Elaine Presley, Lenora (Pat) Wonder and Michelle...
Lillie Mae Pierce
Apr 9, 2022
Lillie Mae Pierce transitioned into Eternal Rest on Saturday, April 9, 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 Thursday, April 21 at City of Praise Ministries, 8501 Jericho City Drive, Landover, MD 20785. Interment at 1:45...
Hilda Mae Mcdougald
Mar 29, 2022
Hilda Mae McDougald (age 101) Sunrise: March 31, 1920 ~ Sunset: March 29, 2022
Entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, March 29, 2022. She was preceded in death by her husband, Frank J. McDougald, Sr. and daughter, Susie Tompkins. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, two children, Frank J. McDougald, Jr. (D'Ana) and Cynthia Robinson (Warren);...
Albertha Lloyd Marshall
Mar 24, 2022
Albertha Lloyd Marshall (age 91)
Sunrise: January 5, 1931 ~ Sunset: March 24, 2022
Albertha L. Marshall peacefully transitioned into Eternal Rest on Thursday, March 24, 2022. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until Celebrations of Life Service at ...
Leroy Brown, Jr.
Mar 17, 2022
LEOROY BROWN, JR. Sunrise: February 5, 1964 ~ Sunset: March 17, 2022
Leroy Brown JR., entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, March 17, 2022. He is survived by a host of loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m., on Thursday, March 24 at St. Lucille...
Lawrence Elwood Perry
Mar 13, 2022
LAWRENCE E. PERRY Sunrise: November 26, 1929 – Sunset: March 13, 2022 (92)
Entered into Eternal Rest On Sunday, March 13, 2022. He is survived by his devoted wife, Dorothy Perry. He was predeceased by his first wife, Geraldine; infant son, Raymond and son, Joseph "Okwambe"; sister-in-law, Patricia Ann and niece, Eugenia, both whom he raised; and...
William Thomas
Mar 4, 2022
William Thomas Sunrise: December 16, 1939 - Sunset: March 4, 2022
Memorial Service Date: Saturday, March 19, 2022 Time: 2:00 p.m. Place: St. Paul Baptist Church 6419 Marlboro Pike, District Heights MD 20747
(DUE TO COVID-19, FACIAL MASKS OR COVERINGS AND 6-FEET SOCIAL DISTANCING ARE REQUIRED.)


