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MAXINE OLIVER TOWNSEND (Age 80)
Of Upper Marlboro, MD, passed September 3, 2020. Born in Mebane, NC to Margaret McCullum and Ernest Compton, she was raised in Ossining, NY. A graduate of Ossining High School, Maxine received a BA from Howard University and an MBA from the University of the District of Columbia. She served as District deputy budget director and budget director for the Department of Human Services. Her parents and one brother, James D. Oliver, preceded her in death. She leaves to cherish sons, Todd Tolson, of Silver Spring, MD and Tracey Tolson, of New York, NY; a daughter, Sabrina Kuhn (Toussel) of Dallas, TX; grandsons, Jamel Tolson and Isaiah Townsend; and a host of family and friends. Friends may visit with the family on September 13, 2020, from 1 to 2 p.m. at McGuire Funeral Home, 7400 Georgia Ave NW, Washington, DC 20012. A private service will be held Monday, September 14, 2020, with livestreaming on the funeral homes website, followed by interment Lincoln Memorial Cemetery. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association (alz.org). Arrangements by McGuire Funeral Home. www.mcguire-services.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Elaine Henry
September 14, 2020
To Todd,Tracey and Sabrina.
For every joy that passes something beautiful remains. May the joys you knew and times shared help comfort you at this time. Will always cherish our friendship and especially the time shared in Abidjan.
Elaine Henry
The Booker Family
September 9, 2020
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
McGuire Funeral Service, Inc.7400 Georgia Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20012
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