Loratta (Taffy) Alexander
Jul 11, 2020
Loratta (Taffy) Alexander Sunrise: June 24, 1957 - Sunset: July 11, 2020
Loratta Alexander, a kind and caring daughter, sister, aunt, and friend was born on June 24, 1957 in Washington, DC to Ruby C. Alexander and the late William Henry Alexander. She shall be remembered as the little lady with the big smile and even bigger...
James Nelson Joyner
Jul 2, 2020
JAMES N. JOYNER (Age 80), made his transition on Thursday, July 2, 2020. Beloved husband of Patricia Hudgen Joyner. Loving father of Darryl (Debborah) and Eric (Maureen) Joyner; Grandfather of Charlotte, Darrin and Aeva Joyner. Brother of Beverly (William) and Brenda Dantzler. Visitation 9:30 am until time of funeral service at 11 am. on Saturday, July 11 at The...
Brenda Ann Murray
Jul 1, 2020
BRENDA ANN MURRAY (age 72) passed away on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, three children, Sherdon Frances Lewis, Shervon Gloria Lewis, and Leroy Alexander Lewis Jr.; two grandsons, Marquette and Leroy Lewis; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Funeral Service at...
Oakley Michael Major, Sr.
Jun 30, 2020
OAKLEY MICHAEL MAJOR, SR. - Passed away on Tuesday, June 30, 2020. He is survived by his loving wife, Shirley Neville Major; three sons, Oakley, Jr. (Dana), Christopher (Markia), and Donald; grandchildren: Monet, Mikia, Kayla, Amir, Keeshawna, Demi, Micah, Maison, Na'Jee and Madyson; great-grandchildren: Elijah, Giselle, Gregory and Rhylie. A great-grandchild, Kaili, preceded him in death. He is also...
John Thomas Jackson
Jun 18, 2020
John T. Jackson (age 86) passed away on Thursday, June 18, 2020. He was preceded in death by his son, Gregory Jackson; and two sisters, Geneva Jones and Constance Young. He is survived by his five children: Michaelann Jackson, Keri Jackson, Viola Davenport, Kelly Jackson, and Shelly Jackson Sr.; seven siblings, Robert "Bobby" Jackson, Shirley Hamilton, Maryann James, Charles...
Joyce Ann Taylor
Jun 17, 2020
JOYCE ANN TAYLOR , passed away on Wednesday, June 17, 2020. She is survived by her son, Todd L. Taylor; father, George H. Lee; and a host of other relatives and friends. VISITATION/MEMORIAL ONLY will be held from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., on Saturday, July 11 at Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 4927 Nannie Helen...
Evelyn Rebecca Tyson
Jun 10, 2020
Evelyn Rebecca Tyson, (age 75) passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2020. She is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 6pm to 8pm on Monday, June 22 at Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home Chapel, 4925-27 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave NE, Washington, DC 20019. Additional visitation will be held at 10am...
Gloria Bernadette Brown
Jun 8, 2020
Gloria Bernadette Brown, affectionately known as "Bernie", entered eternal life on Monday, June 8, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Joyce A. Mathis, granddaughter of the late Benjamin A. Brown, II and Marion F. Dorsey Brown (The Grans), was born in Washington, D.C. on July 31, 1954. She leaves to cherish her loving memory, one son, Terry...
James Culp
Jun 4, 2020
Mr. James "Bobby" Culp, 80, (January 30, 1940-June 4, 2020) passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2020 at Deanwood Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, Washington, DC. He is survived by his Daughter, Tanjel Michelle Culp and her Mother, Bettye Gabriel Culp, both of Charlotte, NC; Sister, Freddie Mae Hall, Special Nephew, James Ira Culp; both of Washington, DC; and several...
Darryl Jerome Smalls
Jun 3, 2020
In Loving Memory of Darryl Jerome Smalls ~ December 6, 1963 - June 3, 2020. Interment Service will be held in Charleston, South Carolina at a later date.
Clara Belle Savage Sutton
May 25, 2020
Clara Belle Savage Sutton, 92
of Washington, DC, passed away on Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2020. She was predeceased by her beloved husband Johnny, whom she had been married to for more than 60 years at the time of his death. She is survived by her three children, Greta Wilson (David), Rhoda Sutton and Broderick Sutton;...
Florence N. Stewart
May 21, 2020
FLORENCE N. STEWART departed this life on Thursday, May 21, 2020. She is survived by two children: Marsha Stewart and Mark Stewart (Keisha); six grandchildren: Tiana, Tyla, Marcus, Kyla, Jamal and Korey; two great-grandchildren, Konner and Kody; one sister, Rosetta Payton; two sisters-in-law, Lillian Jackson and Carolyn Jackson; a dear friend and caretaker, Diane Nelson (who called her "Glamour...
Tawana Elaine Mcdonald
May 21, 2020
TAWANA ELAINE McDONALD, born April 23, 1957, departed this life on Friday, May 8, 2020. Daughter of Henry (deceased) and Mary McDonald; sister of Henry ("Mike"), Alan (deceased), Jeffery, Teresa ("Peaches"), Tameka, Zachary (deceased), Patrick and Teronica ("Bay-Bay"). She attended Kendall and Gallaudet Schools for the Deaf. A monitored visitation (social distancing and masks/face coverings required) will be held...
James Emory Goldsmith, Jr.
May 20, 2020
James Emory Goldsmith, Jr., 85, passed away on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. Devoted husband of Georgia G. Goldsmith of Upper Marlboro, MD and devoted father of Dwayne T. Goldsmith of SC; he is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., on...
Jewes Mae Harrington
May 20, 2020
JEWES MAE HARRINGTON ("Denice") departed this life on Wednesday, May 20, 2020. She was born September 3, 1933 in Fayetteville, NC to the late Eugene Evans and Joanna McDaniel Evans. She leaves one sister, Mary Frances Boyd; four goddaughters; four godsons; and a host of first and second cousins. She worked at Ernie's Record Shop. Her wish was to...
Clarence Thomas Ennis
May 12, 2020
CLARENCE THOMAS ENNIS departed this life on Tuesday, May 12, 2020. He is survived by his wife, May E. Ennis; sons, Lester and Stephen; daughters, Cheryl, Stephanie, Vera and Wanda; 18 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his two sons, Kelvin and Nathan.
A private family-only...
Emanuel L Simmons
Apr 30, 2020
EMANUEL L. SIMMONS passed away on Thursday, April 30, 2020. He is survived by his mother, Veronica Simmons; grandmother, Annie D. Simmons; and a host of other loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Funeral Service at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, May 8 at Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home, 4925-27...
Arleater Elizabeth Johnson
Apr 29, 2020
ARLEATER ("AJ") JOHNSON entered into eternal rest on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Ella Johnson.
Arleater was born on December 23, 1934 in Washington, DC. She attended the District of Columbia and Prince George's County Public Schools and went on to obtain her CNA certificate from Freedom Hospital Nursing...
Martina Evelyn Coleman
Apr 29, 2020
MARTINA EVELYN COLEMAN transitioned on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. She is survived by three daughters, Brenda Coleman, Kathy (David) Chittams and Patty (Bruce) Bates; seven grandchildren, Tina, Tiffany, Kevin, David, Brent, Brandon and Brieana; nine great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her three brothers and seven sisters. ...
Michael Stanley Datcher
Apr 24, 2020
MICHAEL STANLEY DATCHER
June 8, 1946 – April 24, 2020
Michael Stanley Datcher was born in Washington, D.C. on June 8, 1946. He departed this life on Friday, April 24, 2020. He attended D.C. Public Schools and DC Teachers College.
Michael was a man of many talents. As a young man, he started...
