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SYLVIA SMITH Obituary
SYLVIA YVONNE SMITH (Age 66)
On Saturday, April 8, 2017, of Hyattsville, MD. Beloved sister of Charlie (Carolyn) Cook, Beverly Cook and Vivian Kwabenah; and aunt of Mohammed and Alsane Soumah, Angelique Kwabenah, Tangy Hawkins and Bianca (Keely Jr.) Thompson. Also survived by four great-nephews, two great-nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and church family. Relatives and friends may call at Metropolitan Wesley AME Zion Church, 1712 North Capitol Street, NW, Washington, DC, on Saturday, April 15 at 10 a.m.,, where funeral service will follow at 11 am. Interment Maryland National Memorial Park. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Venita Phillips
April 17, 2017
To Sylvia's Family, Know that Sylvia brought a lot of love, laughter and good food to DEA. She was a very special person and her light will always shine in our hearts. She will be missed.
Mary Milling
April 14, 2017
Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal. Prayers of comfort to the family. Vonne was an aunt to all of us.
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Kissa Robinson
April 14, 2017
Prayers of comfort and strength to the family. Much love.
Judy Bowie-Robinson
April 13, 2017
To the family of Vonne! We send you this lit candle assuring you that your loved one still lives on in each of you. Know that the Lord have you in the palm of His hand and safe in His bosom. Father, we ask you to send blessings and pray that you would give the family days filled with joy, peace to fill their heart, and love to fill their life. We are in mourning w/and for you. We pray God's grace, mercy, peace and love be w/you always. Mr. and Mrs. Robinson and Shuga
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Deborah Jordan
April 13, 2017
My deepest sympathy goes out to the family. Sylvia was a strong force at DEA and will be missed. Rest in Peace Sister
Lillie Bryant
April 12, 2017
I will always have fond memories of the two of us working together @ HUH. You were a great friend to me and a great person. I will miss you !!!
Winnie Beatles-Fambro
April 12, 2017
Mr.& Mrs. Willie R. Winifred L (Winnie) Fambro Atlanta, Ga. To the Cook family, My husband and I are sending you, our deepest heartfelt sympathy. Vonne and I were very close when we were younger. I may not be there with you but please know that my heart is.
Maxine Green
April 12, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Cook family. May God continue to bless you.
Harry & Elaine Turner
April 12, 2017
Yvonne will be missed!
May the Lord of peace give you His peace at all times. The Lord be with you all.
2 Thess. 3:16 (NLV)
Eugenia Ford
April 12, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the family. Thank you for you great mentoring in my early years at DEA. Rest in Paradise.
Lisa Knight
April 12, 2017
My condolences to the family of Sylvia Smith. I had the pleasure of working with her at DEA in registration. She will truly be missed
Mary Jones-Bryant
April 12, 2017
My sincere condolences being sent to family of Sylvia. I had the pleasure of working with Sylvia and Vivian at HUH for many years. I will always remember Sylvia's beautiful smile. May God comfort you all today and in the days ahead. Uplifting you all in prayer.
Dwight Cokely
April 12, 2017
My deepest sympathies to the family of this incredible woman! She was a friend, prayer warrior, co-worker and cook in my life. I pray that her soul is at peace and the family knows she was loved dearly by all here at the Department of Justice. Peace - Psalm 116:15
Vickki McAlpine
April 12, 2017
Ms. Sylvia, my buddy. I appreciated you so very much for always being there for me. You were a wonderful person and friend. I will miss you. You catered so many of my parties and you were a joy. May God Bless your family during this difficult time.
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