All Obituaries

  It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of John Ellwood Chichester on Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Beloved husband of Patricia Arnetta. He leaves to mourn his children; Chepe, Alvin, Krystle, Jonetta, Ariel, Wayne, and Kyle; grandchildren Izaiah and Triniti; sister Florence Marie; bothers Reginald (Karen) and Norman (“Pete”) (Janell); former wives Robin Johnson and Lois Chichester; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is predeceased by his...

  On Tuesday, March 30, 2021 Justin Xavier Stinson transitioned in Baltimore, MD.  He is the loving son of Briana Byrd and Jermaine Stinson.  Also surviving are two sisters, Jasminne Osorio and Kylah Stinson, one brother Dionte Stinson, grandparents, aunts, uncles and a host of other relatives and friends.   Friday, April 9, 2021  New Smyrna Missionary Baptist Church 4417 Douglas St. NE  Washington, DC 20019 Public...

Clara is survived by her son, Ralph J Chittams Sr. (Patricia); daughter in law Iris Ramos Chittams (late son Robert J. Chittams); her siblings, James (Agnes), Thomas, Joseph “Bubba”, Evelyn, and Georgie; her grandchildren, Ralph Jr. (Jess), Wm. Justin, Christian, Alexandra, and Victoria; two beautiful great-granddaughters, Zora and Quinn; and a host of family and friends. April 16, 2021 Ft. Lincoln Cemetery Graveside:  12 Noon   **Condolences may be...

    On Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Diane transitioned peacefully at the George Washington University Hospital.  She is the beloved wife of  Willie Coleman, Jr. and loving mother of Kristal R. Peters and Derrick D. Jones .  She is also survived by her dear grandchildren Tyriek Crutchfield, Kaylin Peters and Mekhi D. Jones; devoted sister Sharon Brent and her husband Arthur Brent; son in law Errick Vanlandingham, daughter in law Alexis Jones and a host of...

  On Tuesday, March 16, 2021 Constance transitioned to be with the Lord.  She is the beloved mother of Jacqueline, Eric and Terri.  She is also survived by her dear grandchildren Michael-John, Ige, Paige, Patrick, Zachary; great grandchildren Evan, Mason, Chase, Trey, Jayden, Demetrice, Caydrian, Arieth and Abel and a host of other relatives and friends.   Monday, March 29, 2021 Pridgen Funeral Home Chapel Public Visitation:  10:30 - 11:30 AM Private...

  April 1. 2021 Church of the Living God 1417 Chillum Rd. Hyattsville, MD  20782 Public Visitation:  5 - 9 PM   April 2, 2021 Evangel Cathedral 13901 Central Ave Upper Marlboro, MD  20774 Service:  10:00 AM  (Invited Attendees Only)   Interment:  Parklawn Cemetery (12800 Veirs Mill Rd. Rockville, MD)   Condolences to the family may be left on the above Tribute...

  “Well Done, My Servant”: The Life & Legacy of Deaconess Jean M. Tarver Our mother, Jean Mary Tarver, was born July 27, 1933, in Anacostia, Washington, D.C., to the late Esaw and Theresa Point.  She was the oldest girl of nine children, raised in a household with a strong Roman Catholic faith.  As a young girl, Jean’s family faithfully attended St. Vincent’s DePaul Catholic Church. At an early age she was steadfast in her strong love for...

On Monday, March 8, 2021 Raymondo O'Neal, Sr. transitioned to be with the Lord.  He is the beloved husband of Dale O'Neal; loving father of Ramona Cohen, Raymondo O'Neal Jr., Andre Cook, Nathaniel Robinson and  Raylonda O'Neal.   He is also survived by 6 grandchildren, 4 great-grands, dear sister Louise McPherson and a host of other relatives and friends.  Wednesday, March 17, 2021 Pridgen Funeral Home Chapel Public...

  On Friday March 5, 2021, Walter transitioned peacefully in Silver Spring.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Juanita Dowing and Walter Woodard.  He is survived by his sisters:  Phyllice Giles (George Giles deceased) and Cheryl Doyle.  Two nieces: Phyllice Thomas (Dunice Thomas) and Juanita Giles; nephew George Giles; great-niece and nephews: Ezekiel Thomas, E’zahria Thomas and Ezaylen Thomas.  He also leaves to mourn his passing, so many...

  Kenard Marco Walls (September 1, 1984 – February 27, 2021).  Kenard was preceded in death by his mother Martha Marie Walls who passed away on July 5, 2020.  He leaves to cherish his fond memories:  father Kenneth Lorenzo Tinker Sr.; one brother Kenneth Lorenzo Walls, one sister Waynicca Marie Walls; ten aunts:  Charity "Jackie" McGee, Deborah “DeeDee” Barnett, Gwendolyn Morris (Charles), Barbara Ann Gray (Michael), Mary Walls, Ruth...