Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Washington, DC

Elijah Norris

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.  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

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

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

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

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.

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

Janice Pauline Cleveland

Apr 6, 2025

Janice Pauline (Butler) Cleveland, 73, of Washington, D. C., passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025.   She was born on November 9, 1951, a daughter of the late Arthur and Ruth Butler.  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

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

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

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

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

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.  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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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