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Doris Wiley Obituary





WILEY DORIS W. WILEY On Monday, June 29, 2009. Beloved wife of Reverend H. Wesley Wiley. B.Th.; and loving mother to her two sons, Rev. Howard W. Wiley, M. Div., M. Phil and Rev. Dennis W. Wiley (Rev. Christine Y., D. Min.). Also survived by three grandchildren, Aiyana Ma''at, Samira Wiley and Joshua Wiley; four great-grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. On Monday, July 6, from 7 to 9 p.m. and on Tuesday July 7 from 9 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m., friends may visit with the family at Covenant Baptist Church, 3845 South Capitol St. SW. Interment Maryland National Memorial Park. Send condolences to www.marshallsfuneralhome.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Jul. 5, 2009.

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August 2, 2009

Mrs. Wiley will always be in special place in my heart. I will always remember her as the sweet first lady of Covenant Baptist Church. My prayers and thoughts are with the entire Wiley family.

Crystal Archer Williams and family

Sharon "Ricks" Rodriguez

July 21, 2009

I was so saddened by the loss of Dear Mother Doris Wiley. Some people just feel like they should forever be a fixture in our lives. The truth is she will always be. The example she set to all of us will remain engrained. I pray from peace for the Wiley and Covenant Family.

July 21, 2009

Mrs. Wiley made such an impression on me the first time I met her and every time afterward. She will turly be missed. My heart breaks but, what a wonderful legacy to leave behind. Family you are in my prayers.

Maggie Bethea

July 9, 2009

Mrs. Wiley has held a special place in my heart over the years. She will always be remembered for her smile, her kindness, and her sense of family. She will be missed.

The Wiley family will be in our thoughts & prayers during this difficult time.

In Sympathy and friendship,
Carla Archer Mitchell and family

July 6, 2009

She gave her "LOVE" to everyone, she encountered, it was poured and remains within our hearts as everlasting raindrops. Trust in the Lord for your Strengten, Comfort, and Peace.

God's Love and Blessings,
The Willis'
Thomas, Mary, Cynthia & Keisha

July 6, 2009

My deepest condolences to each of you. I thought so much of Mrs. Wiley, she was truly a lovely lady.

Peace and blessings
Sharon Holeman (FBC)

Carl & Vivian Archer

July 5, 2009

We have fond and pleasant memories of Mrs. Wiley. She has been an inspiration to us and our family for many years. Take comfort in knowing that she is in a better place now. You have our condolence.

Ruth Williams

July 5, 2009

Mere words are not enough to express the sadness that I feel on the loss of your love one. Mrs. Wiley was a wonderful woman and she will be missed by all who new her. May God be with all of you in your time of loss.

All my prayers are with the family and I know that the presence of God is with all of you at all times and in all places.

Please accept my deepest sympathy.

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