Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC

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...

Doris Baton

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.)