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Evelyn Newman Duckenfield

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Evelyn Duckenfield Obituary

Name: Viewing for Evelyn Newman Duckenfield
Start: 2021-02-08T15:00:00.000Z
End: 2021-02-08T16:00:00.000Z
Location: Zion Baptist Church

DUCKENFIELD, Evelyn Newman, age 81, passed away on Monday, January 25, 2021, in Washington, D.C. She was a teacher and a school administrator in Washington, D.C. for 40 years. Predeceased by her husband, Thomas A. Duckenfield, Esq. (former V.P. and General Manager, Wash Gas). She is survived by her loving sons, Thomas A. Duckenfield III (Lynnette), David A. Duckenfield (Claudia) and Major Pace A. Duckenfield (Tracey); four sisters, Eleanor, Rhonda, Sharon and Nadja; six grandchildren, Diego, Santiago, Catherine, Thomas IV, Kendall and Quinn; adored godson, Nathaniel "Hank" Speights; and a host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Viewing will be held at Zion Baptist Church 4850 Blagden Ave. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20011, on Monday, February 8, 2021, at 10 a.m., followed by homegoing service at 11 a.m. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, Maryland. In lieu of flowers, family encourages memorial gifts to Zion Baptist Church Diaconate Fund (https://ziondc.org/give/) or to The Washington National Cathedral (https:// https://cathedral.org/donate/memorial-honor-gifts/). Arrangements by McGuire.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Feb. 5 to Feb. 7, 2021.

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Harrine Freeman

February 13, 2021

Mrs. Duckenfield will be greatly missed. She was a wonderful woman, wife, mother and grandmother.

A. Jean Smith

February 9, 2021

As a friend of Evenlyn and we enjoyed our travel ,there is much to say. One thing in want to mention ,she went to the ANTARCTIC AND DURING OUR TRAVEL TO AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND we we to FIJI ISLAND ,also. The list of her travel is very long, but must not forget these two places. MORE FUN!

Rosalind Gumby Bauchum

February 9, 2021

The Gumby-Newman family extends our sincere condolences to the family of Evelyn Newman Duckenfield. Our hearts and prayers are with all of you.

Lehman Family

February 8, 2021

Dear Duckenfields,

We are holding you all in our prayers for your loss. We did not know your mother, but Thomas, and Thomas and Lynette, knowing you, we can only imagine what her goodness and strength were. Sending you much love.
Helena, Trent, Austin and Alexis Lehman

lacy rice

February 8, 2021

The Rice family sends their condolances, love and support to the Duckenfields, and amazing family. We wish we could be with you to share a hug, our affection, and our support.

A. Jean Smith / First Class ?Travel & Tours

February 8, 2021

What a true friend indeed. Evelyn just enjoyed traveling . Following our trips ,she would always have a International luncheon for her friends. More Fun! We went to the ANTARCTIC and had to put on extra clothing . We rode a Motor Scooter . More Fun! we can't forget her roommate Louise . However, Louise would always be somewher taking pictures. More Fun! The Chef in EGYPT made a special International BIRTHDAY CAKE , just for Evenly. Brought the cake out along with (suppose to be a turkey) the size of a baby chicken. MORE FUN and LOTS of LAUGHS .
Ther are so mony stories to tell ., but we just enjoyed TRAVELING.
I will miss my friend.

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

Jocelyn Frye and Brian Summers

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Tom Boasberg

February 7, 2021

I always admired Mrs. Duckenfield from the first time I met her almost 50 years ago. She brought an extraordinary warmth and care to all those around her. She was a woman of very high standards, and at the same time you always knew how much she cared for you and that she had confidence (even if at times you yourself did not) that you would meet her standards. I will miss her warmth, intellect, personal decency and concern for others. I will perhaps most of all miss her smile and sense of humor. I know how well represented these qualities are in her remarkable boys, and I look forward to seeing her grandchildren for I know they will be there as well. My condolences and love to the Duckenfield family.

Sincerely,

Tom Boasberg

Kevin Duckenfield

February 7, 2021

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Jo-De Davis

February 7, 2021

Cousin,
I was so saddened to read in the Richmond paper this morning about your mom’s passing. I’ll always regret that I was unable to know her - she was truly well-beloved, highly respected, and passionately dedicated to her career and family.
My heart sends you and your family prayers of caring and strength.
Tomorrow morning, I will be thinking about you all and hope to catch up with you in the next couple of days.
With my deepest condolences,
Jo-De

Kristin Elliott

February 7, 2021

Mrs. Duckenfield's legacy lives on in her beautiful family. Their kindness, dedication to community and family, and phenomenal work ethic are a testament to the wonderful woman that she was. It was my pleasure to teach Thomas IV and to meet her at St. Albans. She was an inspiration!

C. Travis

February 5, 2021

I believe she may have been my 3rd grade teacher at Rudolph Elementary approx. 45 years ago. You don't forget the name "Duckenfield." Very sweet lady and a beautiful pic posted. My condolences to her family, friends, and former students.

Alex Wallace Creed

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HD GRYMES

February 3, 2021

Mrs. Evelyn Duckenfield a phenomenal Educator exhibited a profound interest in the success of her students! She set the standard for excellence in Education and expected the very same from her students along with support of the parents.

Mrs. Duckenfield contributed immensely to our Daughter’s success at Brightwood Elementary School and we always acknowledge her contribution to ensure our Daughter was academically equipped to thrive and succeed. Mrs. Duckenfield often reminded me that the standard she set for her students was no different from the standard she and her Husband set for their Sons.

As Mrs. Duckenfield’s student, Our Daughter was enrolled in the accelerated academic program (dual learning TAG) during the 5th grade/6th grade . During that school year Mrs. Duckenfield suggested that we look at other accelerated learning opportunities for there was not a dual learning program offered beyond the 5th grade. We followed her recommendation and the next academic year our Daughter enrolled in offerings in another school that supported her previous coursework.

Thank you to all the Educators who a committed to the success in our children’s lives. Prayerfully you are blessed to have and Educator like Mrs.Evelyn Duckenfield who taught and supported “Excellence in Execution.”

Royce Roberts

February 3, 2021

She was my 3rd grade teacher at WHITTIER. We were bad as heck but she loved us anyway

February 2, 2021

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .

D T

February 2, 2021

I am sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept my condolences. May the love of God, friends and family comfort you through your grief. 2nd Thessalonians 2: 16,17

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