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Carl High Obituary
CARL EDWARD HIGH
Carl E. High's earthly journey ended on Monday, April 17, 2023. He is survived by a very devoted sister Dr. Beverly High Wallace, niece Jeneé Wallace and grand niece Jhadis Wallace, and a host of family and friends. He was predeceased in death by his parents Mr. Edward and Edna High. Carl was a graduate of McKinley Tech High School, Class of 1959. After Carl was honorably discharged from the U.S. Air Force, he became a Draftsman for various firms. One of Carl's greatest accomplishments was becoming the first black Airport Planner for American Airlines. Carl traveled extensively between New York City, Puerto Rico and San Francisco. Family will receive friends and visitors at Sargent Memorial Presbyterian Church, 5109 Nannie Helen Borough Ave. NE Washington, DC on Wednesday, May 10, 2023. Viewing will be held from 9 a.m. until hour of service at 10 a.m. A processional will form in front of the church at 11:30 a.m. and will proceed to Fort Lincoln Cemetery for a Grave Side Service ending at 12:30 p.m. MASKS ARE REQUIRED
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Rhonda Lee-Miner
May 10, 2023
My heartfelt condolences to the family as we say goodbye to a Beautiful Soul! They family will miss you and all your funny stories.
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Rachel Barren
May 9, 2023
My condolences to your family. I remember a vibrant, smart and funny person. I´m sure he will be missed by many, we met in New York and once you met Carl you can´t forget him.
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