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Ethel Andrews Pugh
1928 - 2020
Ethel Andrews Pugh
1928 - 2020
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BORN
1928
DIED
2020
Ethel Pugh Obituary
Ethel Andrews Pugh has a home in God's Kingdom as she entered his Lord's court on Friday, October 2, 2020. She was born on July 13, 1928, to the union of Joel and Anslena Andrews in Evington, Virginia.
Sadly, after 64 years of marriage, in 2011, she lost her partner and best friend. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Bennie F. Pugh and her first born son, Bennie B. Pugh.
Although God has previously sent his heavenly angels down to call her siblings home, she still leaves a vast family to cherish her memories, Jo Ann Townsend (Skip), Linda Winfree, Gayle Hunter, Kent Pugh (Sandra Fay), and Kevin Pugh (Tracy).
Ethel was an engaging and caring supporter to her 10 grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren. The impact of her life was felt by many and will continue to be felt as her memories are shared by a host of relatives and friends.
Mrs. Pugh found her spiritual home at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church and later at Diamond Hill Baptist Church as she served on the Usher Board. She remained faithful to her Lord until her departure.
Because of her warmth and graciousness, her home became a sanctuary for family and friends. Many will remember the laughter and love that emanated to those who visited.
A celebration of life for this amazing and generous creation will be held 11:30 a.m. Thursday, October 8, 2020, at Community Funeral Home with the Rev. Dr. Carl B. Hutcherson Jr., eulogist. Interment will be held in the Forest Hill Cemetery.
Please remember to follow the rules and regulations for COVID-19. Masks are required.
Community Funeral Home directing
Patricia Ann Brown
February 4, 2022
1Thessalonians 4:13-18, I just found out. I loved them both so much, Mr. Big Benny and Big Ethel. It hit me so hard. Was hoping to see her again on this side but we're in God's hands. Thank you, Jesus, I felt your love through them years ago. I stayed with them like family at a very hard time in my life. My Bible has become my Best friend. All the BEST❤!!!!!!!
Kathy Liskey
July 7, 2021
I am sorry for such a late post but just found out about your moms passing. Ethel and I worked together at Elliotts cleaners. I loved working with your mom. Ethel and I loved joking and laughing with each other and we did this every day . I was very blessed to have know your mom. She absolutely brightened my day every day at work. I think of your mom often and still smile when I do. I will continue to think of her until I see her again. Im sorry for your loss but as others have posted you have another angel looking over you.
Harriet Turpin Allen
January 14, 2021
To Wanda Gayle and her family. My deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. Although I never got to know your Mom, I know you, therefore she must have been a wonderful person. God bless and keep you all.
Amanda kinney Vanessa.-Mike Anderson
October 18, 2020
Kevin and family we didn't know of your loss until today. We pray the Lord will strengthen you and you will find peace through your precious memories
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Mary Poindexter
October 13, 2020
Ms. Pugh was a wonderful lady. She always greeted me with a smile even when she wanted to smack the taste out of my mouth. A caring, loving mom & friend to us. RIP!
Cheryl A Forbes and siblings Anderson family
October 12, 2020
We have such wonderful memories of yourmother . Homecoming at Mount Moriah her wonderful cakes most of all her kind smile and kind words she will always be a memory to the Anderson family such a beautiful person.TooWanda and your siblings your mom soft Spirit kind words will be missed
Pearl (Wilson) Watson
October 10, 2020
Please know that you and the family have my sincerest condolences! We go way back and hearing of Mrs. Pugh's passing was so sad!. Please contact me if you ever need anything! 240-418-2803. May God bless you all! Pearl
Michael Cardwell
October 9, 2020
To Wanda Gayle and family, I will always remember your mother as a warm and wonderful woman. You now have another angel to watch over you.
Carol Clark
October 8, 2020
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Pugh family. May the sweet memories of your loved one always be a source of comfort to you. My prayers are with you Kent, Sandra and the family. Love
Charles and Janet Werner
October 7, 2020
Our condolences to the Pugh family. May God give your family strength and peace during these difficult times. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Mark Branch
October 7, 2020
Kevin, Tracy and the Pugh family,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. God bless you.
June Shepherd Rosette
October 7, 2020
Our condolences to the Pugh family. We will remember your mom's kind demeanor and smile. May God give your family strength and peace during these difficult days. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
June S. Rosette
Wanda Shepherd
Gloria Thomas
October 6, 2020
My condolences to the Pugh family. May God strengthen you during this trying time. Praying for you.
Merle D Slusher
October 6, 2020
Jo Ann and family, Our thoughts and sincere prayers are with you at this time in the loss of your dear Mother. May you have the peace that comes with remembering what a blessing she was to her family and to her Lord.
Margaret Bolden
October 6, 2020
To Gayle and Linda and family
We were sorry to hear of the passing of your love one. Hold on to all your wonderful memories and your faith.
May God Comforter You,
Rev. and Mrs. Howard Bolden Jr.
(Skeet and Marie)
Katie Walker-Harvey
October 6, 2020
My prayers and condolences for the Pugh family.
Annette Hughes
October 6, 2020
May God graciously Bless each and everyone of you during this time. She was a beautiful sweet lady.
Dolores Haythe and Frances Mitchell
October 6, 2020
Our prayers and sympathy are with your family during this time of sorrow. Just remember all the good times you have spent with your mother and grandmother. God will keep his loving arms around the whole family during this time and in the future. Stay safe and remember you are loved.
Gregory Thomas
October 6, 2020
Deepest condolences to Jo Ann and the family.
Linda Moore
October 6, 2020
Prayers to the family for comfort and strength in your time of sorrow
Linda Andrews
October 6, 2020
Always remember memories of our family. Aunt Ethel you will be truly missed. You were the peacemaker. Love you all family. Keeping all in prayer!
Denise Forbes
October 6, 2020
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Cynthia Slaughter
October 6, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Faithy Burford
October 6, 2020
Prayers of sympathy for the family. May God bless you and strengthen you during this time.
Tom Brown 1109 elkhart st oxonhill md 20745
October 6, 2020
Sorry for your lost ,as time moves on so will your pain,not your memories. Oxonhill md
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