Dr. Willia Estelle Daughtry

May her memory be blessed forever. Dr "D" was one of the greatest women I have met, as well as an organist colleague. She was an amazing musician- her great grace and humility inspired me to not only be a better musician, but also a good man. If I called her, we would speak on the phone for hours! I look forward to seeing her again in Heaven. Mark Biondolillo, Director of Music/Organist, First UMC Fox Hill, Hampton, VA.

My deepest condolences. May God's Holy Spirit be with the family. I pray that he brings comfort to you all at this difficult time.

Sunday August 23,2023 I was a Sonata Analysis student of Ms. Daughtry at Hampton Institute in the mid 60's. She was also co-chair of the Music Department. She hadn't received her doctorate yet. I was just sitting here reading about another great black woman pianist and college professor, Frances Walker-Slocum; it made me think of Dr. Daughtry. I googled her and learned of her recent passing. Her work ethic and dedication was very impressionable so much so that 55 years...

Remembering Dr. Daughtry from my days as a student at Hampton & then as a fellow employee. She was always very pleasant to everyone. RIP

Willia Estelle Daughtry, Ph.D. was my chair, in the Hampton Institute Department of Music. In my 17 years there, I could have had no finer leadership. She was a consummate musician, a complex inter-disciplinary thinker, a functional polyglot, and an engaging lecturer. Beyond her professional attributes, Willia was a most gracious hostess, an excellent chef gastronomique, an historical author, a leading municipal activist, and a constant friend. Rarely have I ever witnessed a lady of such...