Claudia Lawson
Jun 11, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Claudia Lawson, who peacefully entered eternal rest on June 11, 2026 at the age of 82.
Born on November 28, 1943, in Washington, D.C., Claudia was a woman of elegance, strength, compassion, and unsavering faith. She dedicated many years of her life to caring for others as a...
Sheila L. Brown
Jun 10, 2026
SHEILA LOUISE BROWN, affectionately known as "Downtown Sheila Brown, was born on October 13, 1948 in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Adam Brown and Minnie Brown. She received her G.E.D. at Baltimore City Community College. Sheila continued her education and graduated from Baltimore City Community College with an Associate of Arts Degree in Early Childhood Education. She later earned a...
Catherine Rodgers
Jun 6, 2026
Catherine Rodgers, beloved daughter of the late Delia Bell Purcell and Thedford Purcell, was born on February 7, 1949, in Red Springs, North Carolina. Surrounded by the love of a large family, Catherine was one of seven children and carried that deep sense of family and connection with her throughout her life. On June 6, 2026, she departed this earthly...
Edith M. Stinson
Jun 3, 2026
Edith Stinson was born on February 20, 1937, in Richmond, Virginia, to the late Earnest and Lovelean McCoy. She was one of five children, along with her siblings Robert, Benjamin, Earnestine, and Norma.
As a young girl, Edith relocated with her family from Virginia to Baltimore, Maryland, where she grew up on the east side of the city. She attended Dunbar...
Shirley E. McNeil
May 28, 2026
Shirley Elizabeth McNeil was born on June 11,1941 to the late Dorothy Ray and Thomas Harvin in Sumpter, South Carolina. She departed this life on Thursday, May 28, 2026, into the safe arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
Shirley was the oldest of three children and was affectionately known as Blacky or Mac.
She graduated from George Washington Carver Vocational...
Joanne J Adams
May 26, 2026
Joanne Janet Adams, daughter of the late Cornelia E. Jones and Benjamin Franklin Jones, Sr., was born on January 29, 1954, in Baltimore, Maryland. She peacefully departed this life on May 26, 2026.
Joanne received her education through the Baltimore City Public School System.
At an early age, Joanne accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Savior. She became a devoted and faithful...
Verneva Henry
May 25, 2026
Verneva Henry, fondly known to many as “Bunny,” was peacefully called to her heavenly home on May 25, 2026.
Bunny’s story began on April 10, 1925, in Hoke County, North Carolina, where she was born to Benjamin F. and Irene Wactor.
She received her education in North Carolina before relocating to Maryland.
In Maryland, Bunny married Kaifus Henry, on June 6, 1942. During...
Andrew W. Martin
May 24, 2026
ANDREW W. MARTIN, affectionately known as "Man" departed this life on May 24, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on November 27, 1961, in Baltimore, Maryland. Andrew was the beloved son of Andrew and Vernell Martin. Throughout his life, he was known for his humor, memorable presence, and the connections he built with family, friends and all who had...
Daisy M. Rhames
May 24, 2026
Everyone Is Writing A Book About Their Life
The "real" author is Jesus Christ. From the beginning to the end, it is HIS book. From the first page to the last, it is Iife. Life as it first entered the soul, life as it grew was fed, nourished, and sustained.
The recording of the life of Daisy Mae (Jordan) Rhames affectionately called...
Rev. Frank J. Bell
May 22, 2026
REVEREND FRANK JOHNSON BELL was born on October 20, 1924, in Green Bay, Virginia, to the late Johnson Bell and Florence Rowlett Bell. After a life marked by faith, service and devotion to God, he entered eternal rest on May 22, 2026, at the age of 101.
A proud son of Green Bay, Virginia, Reverend Bell was the grandson of Jacob...
Deloris A. Odom
May 21, 2026
Deloris Ann Odom
September 17, 1942 – May 21, 2026
Deloris Ann Odom was born in Harnett County, North Carolina on September 17, 1942, to her parents, Fred and Georgia Mae Buie. She was the tenth of twelve children and was educated in the Harnett County School System.
Affectionately known as “Ann” by those who loved her, Deloris had an unwavering love for...
Joseph L. Parker
May 18, 2026
In lieu of flowers, the family would like you to donate to this organization.https://www.communitygroupinc.org/
Celebration of Life for Joseph Lawrence Parker October 6, 1940 – May 17, 2026 On October 6, 1940, Joseph Lawrence Parker, known as “Jo Jo”, was born fourth of seven children to the late James and Lucy Parker. His parents traveled from Bertie County, North Carolina up...
Mary E. Ford Ellison
May 15, 2026
DEACONESS MARY ELIZABETH FORD ELLISON, was born on February 27, 1943, in Newport News, Virginia, to the late W.C. Stephens and Nezzie B. Watkins Stephens. From an early age, Mary was grounded in her faith, accepting Christ as her Savior at just eight years old. Her mother faithfully nurtured that foundation by taking Mary and her sister Catherine to church...
Linda Martin
May 14, 2026
LINDA MARTIN was born on April 26, 1955, in Washington, D.C. at D.C. General Hospital to her loving mother, Wynonia Young. Linda received her education through the District of Columbia Public Schools System, attending elementary and middle schools before graduating from Cardozo High School in 1974. After graduation, she began her career working for the District of Columbia government. In...
Elizabeth S. McCall
May 13, 2026
“Let not your heart be troubled” -John 14:1
Evangelist Elder Elizabeth McCall, affectionately known to family and friends as “Sedonia,” peacefully departed this life on May 13, 2026.
Early Life and Family
Elizabeth was born on August 21, 1945, to the late Thomas and Marie McCall. She had four children: Tina, Luther, and Tony. Her eldest son, Frankie, preceded her in death." A...
