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WINGO ADA MAE WINGO Loving Mother, Grandmother, Sister and Friend passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 14, 2010. Mrs. Wingo was a long time resident of Silver Spring, MD and Alexandria, VA. She was born March 3, 1919 in Charleston, WV where she was raised and later married. After a 31 year career in the Washington, DC area, Mrs. Wingo retired in 1994 as the Resident Manager of Cole Spring Plaza in Silver Spring, Maryland. She is survived by her three children, Barbara Knapp of Midlothian, VA, Carolyn Hunter of Springfield, VA and Walter "Butch" Wingo of Ellicott City, MD. She is also survived by her 10 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren and two brothers, James Dearien of Dallas, TX and Frank Dearien of Jefferson City, TN. A Memorial Service will be held October 30, 2010. Details are available at www.harrywitzkefuneralhome.com . Interment will be at Spring Hill Cemetery in Charleston, WV. In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made in the form of a contribution to the Ada Mae Wingo Memorial Fund, Post Office Box 2722, Springfield, VA. 22152. The proceeds will go to the Ivy Manor Assisted Living Home in Ellicott City, MD where she resided and other organizations who provided her with comfort and support over the past four years.

Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 19, 2010.
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Hard to believe it has been 10 years....I guess that is because I think of her often and how she went about things. Just an amazing person, not to mention a great grand mother and sensational driver......

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September 13, 2020

Hi Mom - It's just another routine weekend around here. It's almost Thanksgiving. One more week. We are taking all the kids to the Outer Banks for Thanksgiving. How I wish we had taken you there for a Thanksgiving. You would have loved it. Craig and I are enjoying the RV so much. another thing that I wish I could have shared with you. You would love it. It's nothing like "camping" we call it "glamping" . I miss you Mom...we will all be thinking about you on Thanksgiving. As a matter of fact Craig is going to make your favorite chocolate peanut butter ice cream for the last evening we are at the beach in your honor. Love you and miss you so much. Carolyn

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November 12, 2011

Mom, I'm usually out trying to find the annual slippers and night gown right about now, Jeanne was in charge of lotions ( remember,always save the receipt )
Our lives are hectic, yet when I take the time to reflect on your passing and what you mean to this family, the loss becomes so very real and heartfelt. I miss you , I miss your laughter and your ability to roll with whatever came your way. The memories are so dear to us all. I love you and know you are in a wonderful place.
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Hi Mom - the holidays are upon us and I am thinking about you all of the time. Everytime I have to run to the Mall I wonder to myself...what was it about shopping that Mom loved so much!!! It has been a frantic holiday season and I don't know if I'll be ready or not. I just keep thinking how you would handle these stressful times...you would say...just do what you can and don't worry about the rest! Last week when I decorated our tree I took some time out to play the video we made for your memorial service. It brought back so many good memories. Uncle Frank called and he was on his way to Texas to be with Brother Jim for Christmas and New Years Eve. We talked about how if you were still here you would be going along with him on all of these road trips he is taking. Love you, miss you, and always thinking of you.

Carolyn

Carolyn Hunter

December 21, 2010

Hi Mom - Thanksgiving just wasn't the same without you. I know Christmas will be even more difficult. I miss you and think about you every single day. Some days are more difficult than others. Each and every day I realize what a blessing you were to me....I have so much to be thankful for and am so grateful that you were my Mother. I love you and miss you so much.

Carolyn Hunter

November 27, 2010

Barbara, Carolyn and Butch

What a beautiful memorial service for your Mom, she would have been so happy to see everybody there and all the wonderful words said about her. I was so happy to be apart of the celebration, I know Grandma was laughing at us, and yes I can hear her saying " Oh My God" listen to them talking about me.

She was and is some kind of special lady. Warm, kind, generous, honest and loving. I will miss her dearly.

It was nice meeting most of the family.I hope you all stay connected. This is the time to come together. Grandma would want that.

What ever you do keep her close to your heart, she will never be forgotten.

Love you all,

Roseann M. Johnson-Barbee

November 1, 2010

Dearest Aunt Mae - It just doesn't seem right that you decided to leave us just a year after mom passing away (sister-in-law, Peggy). But I know she was smiling when she saw you and I am sure the first thing she said was...Oh My God! I will miss your wonderful soul...you truly were an amazing woman. I searched through my old photos in hopes of finding a picture of the memory in my head of you camping with us in our pop-up camper in West Virginia with Dad (your brother), Mom, Jodie, me and, of course, Memaw. I remember you sitting out in the car early one morning in the rain to get away from the craziness! But, through it all you could always laugh and what a wonderful laugh it was...I can still hear it now. I couldn't find the photo I wanted but came across this one of you and Dad and Uncle Jim, not sure when and where it was, but what a trio you three were whenever you got together. Please give mom a great big hug for me as well and tell her I miss her terribly.

Carolyn, Jodie and I know the sorrow you are feeling. The only advice I can offer is when you think of her, smile, laugh and remember. You were truly blessed to have her in your life.
Love you, Debra Dearien Moye, husband George and son Cameron

Debra Dearien Moye

October 28, 2010

Mae was someone you only needed to meet once to know. She had no facades, no airs – she was herself. Her stories, her candidness, her wisdom and humor – were always there for all to see, enjoy and learn from. She never took herself too seriously; always able to laugh at herself or with you at the surprises of life. She had a full and rewarding life surrounded by an ever growing family and group of friends, but it was not always an easy life. Many would have folded or been bitter from the challenges of life that she encountered, but Mae took them on directly and moved on. As a result, she was independent, resourceful and confident in herself, never complaining or trying to “keep up with the Joneses”. She knew that an individual had to make their own way, be accountable for one’s own actions, and accept the results. She understood and lived life from a practical vantage point that so many of us never learn or experience. Her mark in life is not measured in wealth and material accomplishments; but in the vigor by which she lived, the family she nurtured and the friends she embraced. There is not one person in her family or amongst her friends that was not helped by her in some way; and each one is a better person for having had her in their life. I am fortunate to have been one of those and to know that what she shared with each of us can never be taken away. Although I called her Mae, she was and always will be Mom in my heart. She will be missed, but never forgotten. Luv Always, Craig

Craig Hunter

October 12, 2010

Think how we would be if we can keep Mae’s spirit alive in us. We would be optimistic, cheerful, generous, caring, mischievous, and spunky. We would hold our friends and family close, and really enjoy our time with them. We would speak our mind, but never in a hurtful way.
I knew Mae for over 40 years, and there was never a dull moment around her. In 1973 when we were living at Plymouth Woods (through her help in getting us a lovely apt), she knocked on my door one night at 11:30 p.m. with a huge smile and that twinkle in her eye and said “quick, come with me and bring your checkbook – I found you a good refrigerator.” We were moving from Plymouth Woods back to Virginia, and she had gotten us a deal on a refrigerator that was going to be excessed. That green refrigerator was with us for 25 years – first in our kitchen and then in our laundry room. Mae, thank you for that steal of a deal and thank you for being you ... a role model for all of us who had the good fortune to know you.

Jennifer Lafley

October 4, 2010

Grandma,

There are so many wonderful things you have done for family and friends throughout your life time. Thank you for watching over your family(Mother, children, niece, and grand children). You were always there to help any way you could. Thank you for being an amazing friend to so many people. Your ability to laugh and make others laugh was contagious. Thank you for showing us how to take the good with the bad and always maintain a sense of humor. Thank you for being the strong matriarch of the family. You were the glue that brought everyone together. Thank you for telling us what a great driver you were and what a bad driver Carolyn was:) Thank you for showing us how to bake chicken and green beans. Thank you for letting Dave and I run around the halls of Cole Spring Plaza when we came to visit. Thank you for not killing us when you stepped on our toothpick cricket cages. Thank you for your frankness and honesty. Thank you for letting my children see what a funny, wonderful lady you were. Thank you for putting a smile on my face and love in my heart every time I think of you.

I love you and miss you,

Chris

Chris Swisher

October 2, 2010

Grandma Wingo, what a spunky and vivacious lady. We will miss you so much. I am so glad we have so many great memories with you. I always loved your visits when we lived in Germantown, MD. You would drive to our house, of course after getting your hair done at "Moon's Salon". We would have an evening filled with laughter and then you would spend the night. When you would visit us our cat would never leave you alone. I can hear you now "My god doesn't this animal know that I hate cats". You were always the hit of the party when Chris and Dave would have friends over. You would always show everyone how you could still touch your toes. I know our children will miss visiting you. You always wanted to give them a little present on every visit. They loved hearing all your wonderful stories. I know our daughter Anna Mae(named after Grandma)has a favorite story that her Daddy(Chris) told her about when he was a little boy. He said when he would spend the night with Grandma, he would wake up in the middle of the night and find Grandma eating a big bowl of ice cream. I know my husband and my kids all have inherited Grandma's love for ice cream. Grandma, we will miss you deeply but we know you are in a better place.

Love you,

Christie Swisher

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I first met Mae when she and my sister Nancy were working at Plymouth Woods. She made me feel like I had known her all my life. Soon I met her wonderful Children, her Mother, and a few of her relatives. Mae made me feel that I was part of her family--always including me in many family activities. Of course she always included Nancy too. I soon felt as if I had another sister in Mae. We shared so much together. Mae helped me get my job as a Resident Manager in Falls Church. I stayed in that job for 20 years, then retired in 1993, the same year that Mae did. Later when we both retired we took about 5 long trips together -- laughing and talking all the way. We enjoyed each others company so very much. I loved and appreciated her friendship more than anyone will ever know. I shall miss her forever.

Mae's Loving Friend, Vivian

Vivian Anderson

September 30, 2010

great grandma wingo,
i miss you so much! i really wish i could have seen you more before you passed away.. i miss coming over and visiting you. i remember you always told me the funniest stories about my dad, and you wouldnt let me leave without you giving me something to take with me. like candy, or jewelery. you had the most amazing personality, a smile that brings joy to everone, a laugh that makes others laugh, and you were very independent. when im older, i want to be like you grandma. you are missed very much by everyone, but im happy knowing your in a better place.
lots of love,
your oldest great grand child,
nikolette

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One gram grandma, you are still the funniest and energetic person I know. Yes, I know you can still touch your toes and you are the best driver in the family. You will be missed physically, but mentally you will always be with me. Even in your passing, you still hold this family the closest and have the most sanity. Thanks for how you lived your life and the example you have shown to us all. Love always, Andy

Andrew Knapp

September 27, 2010

Dear Carolyn and family,

Your mom was such a character, and your mom had such character. She was A+ in our book. She was a gracious hostess and a caring, loving , giving, straight-shooting friend. You knew you were alive when Mae was around. Her stories were the best! When we think of her, we think of her smile and her twinkling eyes. We are lucky to have had her in our lives. She leaves us with many memories, many laughs, and with a hope that never left her and that she passes on to us all. Thanks, Mae! Susan and Jude and Jane in PA

Susan Roncoroni

September 27, 2010

Grandma, I still so miss your laughter and hugs. You taught me more than I can express in this writing. So much of who I have become in my life is owed to you. My independence, tenacious drive, hard work ethic, and love for my family were all gifts that you gave me. In your passing I have realized that I learned the ultimate lesson from you: strength. I hope I have made you proud and I hope you know just how much your unconditional love has shaped me into the women I am today. I miss your smile and cherish every memory we had together. I will never forget how much you pulled our family together and kept us grounded. I love you, grandma .....

Jennifer Hancock

September 24, 2010

Roseann, JJ and Fen Presidential Bank

September 24, 2010

Grandma Wingo - It's funny that I have always called you this from the moment we met and we weren't even "blood"! This shows your true character - always making others feel comfortable around you and part of your wonderful, crazy, family! :) I have always cherished the times spent with you. Thank you for being a part of our lives - such a wonderful part - ! Lots of Love, Alanna

Alanna Swisher

September 23, 2010

To My Extended Family,

To those of you who don't know me, I am the adopted grand daughter. I wish to extend my deepest condolences in the passing of your mother and our "Grandmother".

Grandma as I called her was one of the most beautiful people I have ever met. She was loving, caring and very honest. She had such a beautiful disposition.

What I enjoyed most about her were her stories of how she raised her children as a single parent in those days it seemed so hard, yet so easy.

I miss her coming to the bank and spending the day with me. You thought she worked here. She knew most of the customers.

Grandma met no strangers, she talked to everybody as if she known them. I will miss going to dinner with her, JJ and Fen for her birthday, we made it a tradition to take her out. She was such joy and alot of fun to be with.

I will miss her calls, asking me if she had money and if she was paying her way, of course would be my answer. She didn't want to be a burden.

There is one thing I know for sure is that she loved her children and grands. She was so proud of you all.

Keep her close to your heart, she will never be far away.

With Love and Sincere Sympathy.

Always,

Roseann M. Johnson-Barbee, Presidential Bank

September 23, 2010

Aunt Mae, Although over these past years we did not see each other often, what wonderful memories I have of your visits with Dad (your brother),Mom and my sister Deb. I will miss that infectious laugh of yours, your famous saying "Oh my God" and the wonderful shopping trips that would last for hours! We were blessed to have you attend my daughter Julie's wedding in 2005 and I am grateful for that time together. I know your family misses you so and will find strength from each other and from your example. Carolyn, Craig and family, know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Aunt Mae..Enjoy your peaceful place and give Mom a big hug!
Your niece, Jodie and husband Steve

Jodie & Steve Young

September 23, 2010

Mae, This is Marcela your ex neighbord from River Towers, I never going to forget you.
I remember when I did your perm and you didn't like but you were very polite, saying it is ok, you can do my roller set, intead!!!, then when you would knock my door asking me if I could open a can, or helping you putting your earings, because you always wanted to be nice.
Every time that I think how I would like to be when I get older, I say like MAE , ALWAYS LAUGHING, with positive actidudes.
I remember when we took you to safeway and you were driving the cart, because you were missing driving your car and you crash into the colum, ( not hard!!!) you were laghing, or when we went to the playground and I showed you to go to the swing, and you said I AM TOO OLD, and I said no you are NOT, and you TRY!!! you made me cry looking at you at the swing, saying oh boy i don't remember when was last time on a swing.
Mae I hope you meet my mom up there you would make her laugh too!!!!
I miss you!
(I know you understand my english) LOVE
Marcela

Marcela

September 22, 2010

Mom, I never thought I'd miss the calls from Ivy Manor asking that I make a quick run to walmart for one of your prescriptions, always had to include a package of peanut butter snacks to bring along. I'm especially happy that the last Rita's ice cream I brought you on Sunday was a regular and not a kiddie size. I love you and miss you with all my heart. You are in a better place now and at peace.
Your newest great grandson came home last night, rest assured his life will be filled with stories about his Great Granma. You leave behind a legacy of humor and wisdom , we were blessed to have you in our lives all these years. I love you, Butch

Butch Wingo

September 22, 2010

Grandma, I miss you very much and I am so sorry that I could not have been with you when you needed me the most. You were always there to help your family and friends no matter what they needed or how bad they thought things were in their life. You accepted your grand children for who they were and only asked that we do our very best in life. You always stood by me when I was in trouble and always backed any decisions I made in my life no matter how good or bad they might have been. You had a great sense of humor, beautiful laugh, a smile that would light up the room, a great outlook on life and was the best story teller in the family. You were and still are the leader of our family! I feel so blessed to have had a Grandma like you and I thank you for every thing you taught me in my life. I will miss you with ALL of my heart and will never forget our times together. I wish I could hear your voice one last time, but you are in God's hands and I hope you are enjoying the ice cream.
Love, Scott

Scott Miller

September 22, 2010

Dearest Mom: I miss you so much. You were the most amazing woman I ever knew. Independent, strong, caring, loving, wise, optimistic, proud and classy. Thank you Mom for all you did for me through the years. Even during the rough times you never waivered, never complained. You knew what you had to do and you did it. You were my Mother, my Father and my best friend. I will miss your sense of humor, your beautiful smile and your wonderful laughter. You were the heart and soul of our family and what bound us together. I miss you Mom, but I know you are in a better place and I am so thankful for the beautiful memories and the wonderful times we shared. Love, Carolyn

Carolyn Hunter

September 21, 2010

You were a wonderful grandmother and we will all miss your words of wisdom, your sense of humor and your ability to make everyone around you feel just a little bit better....

Dave Swisher

September 20, 2010

My loveing sister was a joy in my life, and to all she met. My wife Peggy died Sept 5, 2009. We had many memorable times together with Mae on our vsits and trips that we took. I miss them both very much, and know that they are now in the loving arms of God.

Love
Your brother Frank

Frank Dearien

September 19, 2010

To Barb, Carolyn & Butch: Sharing your Mom's life was a blessing to me. She was my mentor, friend and a gracious lady I always admired for her joy of life. She will be held in my heart forever, and I will miss her dearly.

To Mae: I loved you much. Godspeed, and thank you for being a part of my life I will cherish.

Marti Rice

September 19, 2010

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