Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC
Elijah Norris
May 5, 2025
On Monday, May 5, 2025, Eljah Norris passed away at his home. He departed this life with a firm belief in God. Â He leaves behind three sons, Wendell, Jeff Sr. and Johnny Norris; One daughter in-law; eight grandchildren; four great grandchildren; and one great great grandchild.
A Memorial service will be held at a later date at...
Jerry O. Bens
Apr 29, 2025
Jerry O. Bens entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, April 29, 2025. He is survived by a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until Celebration of Life at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, May 16 at First Baptist Church of Deanwood, 1008 45th Street N.E., Washington DC, 20019. Interment  Fort Lincoln Cemetery.
Franklin D. Brown
Apr 26, 2025
Celebrating the life of Franklin D. Brown Sunrise: November 27, 1933 ~ Sunset: April 26, 2025
Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, May 10, 2025
Not About Me Ministries- Branch Hall 3102 Branch Avenue Temple Hills, MD 20748
Interment - Fort Lincoln Cemetery
Ruby C. Alexander
Apr 23, 2025
Ruby Claudine Johnson Alexander ascended to Heaven on April 23, 2025, after spending 90½ years spreading love and happiness. Ruby was spreading the words of love and happiness long before Al Green.
She was a joyful lady with a big heart, a radiant smile, and an infectious laugh. Ruby loved everyone, particularly children. Walking down the street...
Doris Elaine Arnold
Apr 22, 2025
Doris Elaine Arnold passed away on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, after a beautiful 59-year life. Born on June 19, 1965, in Washington, DC, she was proud to call the city her home. She graduated from Burdick/Roosevelt High School and dedicated her life to caring for children. Every child she met had a new auntie and a new nickname. She...
Brian Joseph Thomas, Sr.
Apr 20, 2025
In Loving Memory of Brian Joseph Thomas, Sr. Sunrise: November 11, 1947 ~ Sunset: April 20, 2025
Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Mt. Calvary Catholic Church 6700 Marlboro Pike Forestville, MD 20747
Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery
Janice Pauline Cleveland
Apr 6, 2025
Janice Pauline (Butler) Cleveland, 73, of Washington, D. C., passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025. Â She was born on November 9, 1951, a daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Butler. Â In addition to her parents, Janice was preceded in death by her son, Maurice Butler and sister, Carlotta Harrison.
She is survived by her husband,...
Roy Maurice Manley
Apr 6, 2025
Roy Maurice Manley, affectionately known as R. "JOE" MANLEY, departed this life on Sunday, April 6, 2025. He leaves to cherish his loving memory a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until his Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 am on Friday, May 2 at The Pennsylvania Avenue Baptist Church, 3000 Pennsylvania Ave....
Tracie L. Oshin
Apr 2, 2025
Tracie L. Oshin entered into Eternal Rest on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. She leaves to cherish her loving memory a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. until her Celebration of Life Service at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 18 at Craig Memorial Community Church, 5305 Farmingdale Place, Capitol Heights, MD 20743. Interment National...
Diane Elizabeth Clemons
Mar 28, 2025
Diane Elzabeth Clemons entered into Eternal Rest on Friday, March 28, 2025. She leaves to cherish her loving memory a host of relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until her Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 19 at First Baptist Church of Fairmount Heights, 806 -58th Avenue, Fairmount Heights, MD 20743....
Crawley Easley
Mar 5, 2025
Crawley Easley, departed this life on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. He was born in Roanoke, Virginia on December 20, 1930 to the late Crawley and Louise Easley.
After relocating from Roanoke, Virginia to Washington DC, Crawley graduated from Dunbar High School. Upon graduation, Crawley joined the United States Army in 1950. He served in the 350th Infantry...
Earl Bernard Wilson
Feb 26, 2025
EARL BERNARD ("BUTCHIE") WILSON January 18, 1953 – February 26, 2025
Earl Wilson peacefully transitioned on Wednesday, February 26th, with family at his bedside. Â Survived by his loving mother, Marie T. Wilson; daughter, Tamara Wilson St Hill; granddaughter, Journey St Hill; sister, Donna W. Long (Anthony); brothers, Kevin (Angela) and Ronald Wilson; goddaughter, Anjanette Weems; aunts, Betty...
Laura Lee (Bishop) Mcfarland
Feb 20, 2025
Dr. Laura Lee Bishop McFarland was born in Darlington County, SC on May 12th, 1940, as the second youngest of 13 children to the late Hugh and Marie Bishop.
She went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 20, 2025.
She was educated in the Darlington County Public School system and graduated from...
Javier R. Barker
Feb 6, 2025
In Loving Memory of Javier Ronaldo Barker
Sunrise: November 27, 1951 ~ Sunset: February 6, 2025
Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Memorial Service - 11:00 a.m.
Friday, February 21, 2025
Shiloh Baptist Church 1500 9th St NW, Washington, DC 20001
Marilyn O. Smarr
Feb 5, 2025
In Loving Memory of Marilyn O. Smarr
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.
New Macedonia Baptist Church 4115 Alabama Avenue S.E., Washington, D.C., 20019
Interment - National Harmony Memorial Park
Vivian W. Porter
Feb 3, 2025
In Loving Memory of Vivian W. Porter Sunrise: November 17, 1936 Sunset: December 28, 2024
Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.
Tuesday, February 4, 2025
Sargent Memorial Presbyterian Church 5109 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave., NE Washington, DC 20019
Interment: National Harmony Memorial Park
Phyllis Randolph
Jan 31, 2025
In Loving Memory of Phyllis Randolph
Visitation - 10:30 a.m. Memorial Service - 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, February 15, 2025
Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home Chapel 4927 N. H. Burroughs Ave., NE Washington, DC 20019
Dorothy B. Ross
Jan 9, 2025
Dorothy B. Ross Entered Into Eternal Rest on Thursday, January 9, 2025. She is survived by a host of loving relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m., until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, January 22 at Incarnation Catholic Church, 880 Eastern Ave., NE, Washington, DC 20019. Interment National Harmony Memorial Park.
Thelma Vanfield Wormsley
Jan 3, 2025
Thelma Vanfield Wormsley Entered into Eternal Rest on Friday, January 3, 2025. She is survived by her children; Ronald E. Wormsley (Monica), Tametress Peden-Owens; and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., on Wednesday, January 29 at Incarnation Catholic Church, 880 Eastern Avenue NE,...
Denise Leona Wilson
Dec 23, 2024
In Loving Memory of Denise Leona Wilson
Visitation - 9:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial - 11:00 a.m.
Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Incarnation Catholic Church 880 Eastern Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20019
Interment - National Harmony Memorial Park


