Ella Jean Washington

I am sorry for your loss. She was a bright light in Milwaukee, especially to those that interacted with her in the musical arena.
God Rest Her Soul Kathlene Darrington(Peck)

Two weeks ago, I thought about her. Two nights ago, my mother informed me that she had passed away. I'm reading these wonderful sentiments (and every last one of them is true to the last letter), and I know she and Glenn Burleigh are collaborating on a score that will find its way from the heavens...into the mind, hands and heart of ready and able musical artist.

Ella was not just my friend...she was my sister - by faith, by love, & most importantly, by choice. Our children's marriage only strenghtened our kinship.

Mrs. Washington was my first music supervisor in MPS. I've always remembered her velvety voice, both speaking and singing. She was a perfect mentor for a new music teacher and became a supportive friend. I'm a better person for knowing Ella. RIP

I never met Ms. Washington, but I knew a member of her chorale. This story is ian indication of her commitment to musical excellence, and was told to me by that chorale member. 

When the Florentine Opera did "Porgy and Bess", the Gershwin estate had to approve all the soloists, performers, and conductor of the opera. Ms. Washington rehearsed and prepared the chorale as the residents of Catfish Row. 

Some of the choral parts in "Porgy" are very difficult, and the estate usually...

My thanks are espressed to Almighty God, The Source, and to you Mrs. Washington, for your life, for being a mentor, a guide and a source of inspiration. I send my eternal love and good will as you continue your journey to perfection.

Such a lovely lady. As my Soror, she exemplified attributes that transcended generations. She gave the world a beautiful rendering of life.
Janie Hill Hatton