Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC

Wilton Gordon, Sr.

Wilton Gordon, Sr.

Sep 28, 2024

Wilton "Whimp" Gordon Sr. age 95 of Glenarden, Maryland passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 28, 2024.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Sister Smith" Gordon.  He is survived by his children, Wilt (Pam), Veronica (Tim), Stacey (Jackie); six Grandchildren; five Great Grandchildren; and a host of other relatives and friends.  Visitation will be held from...

Basil Chittams

Basil Chittams

Sep 20, 2024

Basil "Billy" Chittams entered into eternal rest on Friday, September 20, 2024. He is survived by his beloved wife of 43 years, Vernell Chittams; his children, Anthony Chittams, Eugeneio Montez Jones, Tonya Hill, Angela Chittams, Demetrius Chittams, Dominic Chittams, and Dolan Chittams; sixteen grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers; two sisters; and many other relatives and friends. Visitation will take...

Martha Lee Geddie

Martha Lee Geddie

Sep 19, 2024

Martha Lee Geddie entered into Eternal Rest on Thursday, September 19, 2024. Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m., until time of Service at 11:00 a.m., on Friday, October 4 at Galilee Baptist Church, 2101 Shadyside Avenue, Suitland, MD 20746. Interment Cedar Hill.

Jonathan Kelly Jackson

Jonathan Kelly Jackson

Sep 10, 2024

Jonathan Kelly Jackon entered into Eternal Rest on Tuesday, September 10, 2024. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m., until Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m., on Tuesday, October 8 at St. Luke Catholic Church, 4925 East Capitol Street SE, Washington, DC 20019. Interment National Harmony Memorial Park

Robert Lee Graves, Jr

Robert Lee Graves, Jr

Aug 30, 2024

In Loving Memory of Robert Lee Graves, Jr. Sunrise: December 14, 1943 ~ Sunset: August 30, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.

On Saturday, September 21, 2024

North Brentwood AME Zion Church 4037 Webster Street Brentwood, MD 20772

Interment will be held at 2:30 p.m.,on Tuesday,...

Lynwood Allen Robinson

Lynwood Allen Robinson

Aug 21, 2024

Lynwood Allen Robinson Sunrise: November 26, 1933 ~ Sunset: August 21, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian- 11:00 a.m.

Thursday, August 29, 2024

Our Lady of Perpetual Help 1600 Morris Road, SE Washington, DC 20020

Interment Private

Jesse L. Hagans

Jesse L. Hagans

Aug 16, 2024

Mr. Jesse L. Hagans Sunrise: June 14, 1929 ~ Sunset: August 16, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.

Friday, August 30, 2024

St. Paul Church 6419 Marlboro Pike District Heights, MD 20747

Interment: Lincoln Memorial Cemetery

Margaret Frances Charlton

Margaret Frances Charlton

Aug 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of Margaret Frances Charlton

Sunrise: March 15, 1946 ~ Sunset: August 10, 2024

Margaret is survived by daughters, Amelia and Donna Charlton and brother, Lawrence L. Brooks, Jr.

Memorial Service: To Be Announced

Lillian Marie (Miles)  Taylor

Lillian Marie (Miles) Taylor

Aug 9, 2024

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ms. Lillian Marie Taylor, born May 2, 1930. She transitioned into Eternal Rest at the age of 94 on Friday, August 9, 2024.

Raenell Crawford

Raenell Crawford

Aug 4, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ms. Raenell Crawford

Sunrise: November 26, 1945 ~ Sunset: August 4, 2024

Raenell L. Crawford "Raey" was called to her final rest on August 4, 2024, she was born November 26, 1945 in the District of Columbia. Raenell leaves to cherish in memory her sister Lisa Robinson, Godsons Russell Colmore, Trae...

Raymond V. Woods, Sr.

Raymond V. Woods, Sr.

Jul 14, 2024

Raymond Vinson Woods, Sr.

Sunrise: December 2, 1937 ~ Sunrise: July 13, 2024

Raymond V. Woods, Sr., entered into Eternal Rest on Sunday, July 14, 2024. He leaves to cherish his loving memory and legacy his wife, Maryann; loving son, Raymond V. Woods, Jr;  five grandchildren; six great grandchildren; and a host of other relatives...

William E. Delaney, Jr.

William E. Delaney, Jr.

Jul 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of William E. Delaney, Jr. Sunrise: October 13, 1953 ~ Sunset: July 10, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:30 a.m.

Tuesday, July 23, 2024

Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home Chapel 4927 Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave., NE Washington, DC 20019

Interment Private

Willie E. Fogg

Willie E. Fogg

Jul 9, 2024

On Tuesday July 9, 2024 Willie E. Fogg "Redd" entered into internal peace at home surrounded by his family. Willie was born on February 14, 1933 and is survived by his only living sister Martha Cooke of North Englewood MD and One Granddaughter Anita Davis (Louise) of Chapel Oaks MD. His loving wife Virginia L. Fogg preceeded him in...

Geneva Lowery

Geneva Lowery

Jul 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of Geneva Lowery Sunrise: July 30, 1954 ~ July 8, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 11:00 a.m.

Friday, July 26, 2024

Salvation, Outreach & Deliverance Ministries 4598 Beech Road Temple Hills, MD 20748

Interment: Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery at a later date

Terry Clen Beckwith

Terry Clen Beckwith

Jun 21, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Terry C. Beckwith Sunrise: June 8, 1958 ~ Sunset: June 21, 2024

Visitation - 10:30 a.m. Memorial Service - 11:00 a.m.

On Saturday, July 13, 2024

at Henry S. Washington & Sons Funeral Home 4927  Nannie Helen Burroughs Ave., NE Washington, DC 20019

Steven Christopher Lewis

Steven Christopher Lewis

Jun 8, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Steven Christopher Lewis

Sunrise: November 9, 1962 Sunset: June 8, 2024

Visitation – 10:00am Celebration of Life – 11:00am

Friday, June 21, 2024

Carmody Hills Baptist Church 6501 Seat Pleasant Drive, Capitol Heights, MD  20743,

Interment:  Harmony Memorial Cemetery, Landover, MD

Henry Joseph Miller

Henry Joseph Miller

Jun 3, 2024

On Monday, June 3, Deacon Henry J. Miller was promoted to eternal life with the Lord.  A native Washingtonian, Henry J. was born on July 9, 1934.  He proudly served in the U.S. Air Force and, after 37 years, he retired from civilian service with the Dept. of the Army at the Pentagon.  He is survived by his devoted...

Jewell Thomas Lockett

Jewell Thomas Lockett

Jun 2, 2024

In Loving Memory of Mr. Jewell Thomas Lockett

Sunrise: August 12, 1946 Sunset: June 2, 2024

10:00 a.m. Graveside Service on Friday, June 14, 2024 at

Maryland National Memorial Park 13300 Baltimore Avenue Laurel, MD 20707

Margaret Elizabeth Edelin

Margaret Elizabeth Edelin

May 29, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ms. Margaret Elizabeth Edelin

Sunrise: December 28, 1938 Sunset: May 29, 2024

Visitation - 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial - 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

St. Benedict The Moor 320 -21st Street, NE Washington, DC 20002

Interment: Mt. Olivet Cemetery

Theresa Ardella White

Theresa Ardella White

May 28, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ms. Theresa Ardella White

Sunrise: February 8, 1943 Sunset: May 28, 2024

Visitation - 9:00 a.m. Celebration of Life - 10:00 a.m.

Friday, June 14, 2024

Westphalia Christian Community Church 9363 Darcy Road Upper Marlboro, MD 20774

Interment: Lincoln Memorial Cemetery