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ZAIRE KELLY Obituary
ZAIRE BELOVED KELLY (Age 16)
Of Washington, DC, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2017. Zaire was born on October 19, 2000 in Washington, DC. He is survived by his mother and step-father, Zanette and Ishmael Childs; father and step-mother, Curtis and Delicia Kelly; fraternal twin brother, Zion Blessing Kelly and 13 siblings; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.Viewing will be held at 9 a.m., on Wednesday, September 27, at Matthews Memorial Baptist Church in Washington, D.C., followed by services at 11 a.m.
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Tanya R Jackson
September 20, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
September 20, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Diamond Davis
October 23, 2017
So so sorry for you guys lost. I used to so so loooove the twins at Roots when they were in the infant center with Mama Donna....the twins were my buddies and loved to be the only ones up at nap time. Much love to your family and stay strong always.
October 19, 2017
Happy 17th birthday Zaire ...you are with your heavenly father on this beloved day...RIP my friend tell we,meet again
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Genie Donaldson
September 30, 2017
Thank you Lord for blessing us with your Beloved Zaire. He will forever be honored as a bright shining star inspiring us to live purposefully as he did.
Anita Edwards
September 28, 2017
It will be the little things that you will remember,
the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter.
And although it may seem hard right now,
it will be the memories of these little things
that help to push away the pain
and bring the smiles back again.
Extending my deepest sympathy for you and the family.
And hoping, too, that comfort and peace
God gives continuously to you and your family.
~ Anita E.
September 28, 2017
I am so sorry for loss.May God be with you during this difficult time.
Kimberly McCaskill
September 27, 2017
You had a bright future ahead of you, just gone way to soon.
Carletta Bethea
September 27, 2017
Like a shooting star flying across the room so fast, so far. you are gone too soon.
September 27, 2017
my condolences to the family;
Inez Nocho
September 27, 2017
My condolences and prayers go out to the Kelly Family. I tutor for Thurgood Marshall through law firm tutoring and I got to see Zaire at the Galas which was held each year. I am definitely praying for the family during this difficult time.
Newkirk
September 27, 2017
my condolences go out to the entire family as well as the Thurgood Marshall PCS family
Annette Burdine
September 27, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lorraine Suber
September 27, 2017
My wish is that you are resting in the bosom of God the Creator. You left too soon. God will provide the peace that your family needs!!
September 27, 2017
Moosey, May God comfort you and keep you and your family during this very difficult time, I pray that he gives you peace that surpasses all understanding and the strength you will need to carry your family thought this difficult time
(Jasmine and Johnny)
September 27, 2017
My condolences to the family may the God comfort, comfort you at this time.
CQ
Lisa Adams
September 27, 2017
How precious and dear you are to God what an angel God has . God is waiting with loving arms. He is your protector and comforter. Peace and and comfort to the family
James & Betty Hastings
September 26, 2017
May God bless you and be with you, even when the darkness is overwhelming. Know that we love you and are praying with you during this difficult time.
Sheria *VCMIDC Wooden
September 26, 2017
My prayers and condolences. Love and may God comfort you allm
Jeff, Denise, Josh, Jedi, & Judah Womack
September 26, 2017
Our condolences to your beautiful family Zanette. We are praying for you. Just looking for God to bring understanding, direction and comfort. Love ya
Delores walker
September 26, 2017
Rest Zaire I will miss you
September 26, 2017
Tamia Jackson
Zura Martino
September 26, 2017
we are sending our deepest condolences to you DEE DEE, your husband and the entire Kelly family.
The Martino Family
Yumica Thompson
September 26, 2017
Sending the entire Kelly family sincere condolences.
Tamia Jackson
September 26, 2017
Zion I want to send you my condolence to you and your entire family..
To get to know Zaire as a student at tmapchs...my senior year class of 2017.at Thurgoood Marshall...I grew,to love him as,a true friend who I came in contact with.. Z....or twin what I use to call him in school.
..he will be truly missed in my heart..peace & blessings....class of 2017
Janis Hochman
September 26, 2017
All who read about your sudden ending grieves. We grieve for your parents, family and friends who knew all the goodness, intelligence and promise of a bright future. We grieve that your promise of service to our community would be unmet. I know your Higher Power grieves but welcomes you to His side. May your family know peace and pride that they raised such a fine young man. May your twin remember all the good in his life and carry on with acceptance, love in his heart and look forward to a bright tomorrow.
September 26, 2017
Zion, I am sorry for the loss of your dear brother. When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure. May the wonderful treasures fill your hearts with love and bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14
Williams
September 26, 2017
May God bless you and be with you, even when the darkness is overwhelming. Know that we love you and are praying with you during this difficult time. (David and Keesha Williams)
Anna Terry
September 26, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Maria Lea
September 26, 2017
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to everyone. We always speak of the good times when the boys played together for Forestville. They had a strong bond and brotherhood. I remember his smile and how respectful he was. I will be there tomorrow to pay my respects and support everyone. He will be missed. #FalconPrideAllDay
SHEILA CREWS
September 26, 2017
MY HEART IS WITH THIS FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN PERFECT PEACE.
LaToniya Lambert
September 26, 2017
I heard about you before I knew who you were. Your life has a ripple affect. So many of my family know who you are and what kind of person you grew up to be.
More importantly, thank you Zaire for being my son's friend... You will be sorely missed.
Austin Stith
September 26, 2017
I love you Zaire I can't believe you're gone you and your brother were like family to me I honestly wish this was just a dream and I could wake up and this would all be over I miss you bro rest easy.
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