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JOCELYN RADIFERA Obituary
JOCELYN BERTIN RADIFERA
On Thursday, November 14, 2013 of Washington, DC. Beloved husband of Erna L. Radifera; loving father of Bertin (Claudia) and Robert (Lauren) Radifera; brother of Jacky Bertin Radifera and Mireille Bertin Rajaonary; grandfather of Alexandra, Sienna, Isabella, Eden and Willa. Jocelyn is also survived by a number of nieces and nephews and a host of other family and friends. Friends will be received at PUMPHREY'S BETHESDA - CHEVY CHASE FUNERAL HOME, 7557 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda MD on Friday, November 22, 2013 from 3 to 5 p.m. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, 1 Chevy Chase Cir., Washington, DC on Saturday, November 23, 2013 at 11 a.m. Interment Private. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www.pumphreyfuneralhome.com
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November 11, 2025
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Julien
September 13, 2020
Miss you dear Jocelyn
November 21, 2013
Ambassador Radifera's elegance and warm friendship came late into our lives but will remain there forever. Our heartfelt condolences to dear Erna and the family.
Ambassador and Mrs. Howard K. Walker
Roxy Malikyar
November 21, 2013
I am absolutely crushed by the devastating news of Jocelyn's passing. He was one of the most amazing people I have ever met in my life. He was brilliant, kind, gentle, loving, charming and extremely stylish. It was thanks to Jocelyn that I joined the Treasury of the World Bank from Operations. He was a great mentor and taught me a lot about Finance.
My deepest condolences to Erna, Robert, Bertin and their families for this huge loss. The memories of Jocelyn will live in my heart forever.
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Nadia Malikyar
November 21, 2013
It was an honor and a privilage to have met Jocelyn. He was respected and loved by many. Rest in peace.
Marion Moore
November 19, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family in this time of sadness.
November 18, 2013
I'm very saddened by the loss of my Ambassador and best friend Jocelyn. He was so kind and wonderfull man who served his Country with style and panache. It's a big honour to be his First Counsellor in Japan. My deep and sincere condoleances to Erna and Family
David & Patricia Clarke
November 17, 2013
Our hearts are broken at the loss of our dear friend, Jocelyn, father of our son-in-law, Robert and loving grandfather to our precious granddaughters, Eden and Willa. His kindness and graciousness will live in our hearts forever.
Ambassador Radifera Was a Valued Member of the Ariel Foundation International Board
Ariel King
November 17, 2013
He was a great man. His loss will be felt by all, including the Ariel Foundation International community, which he served to better the lives of children and youth in the world.
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