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ANDREA ERWIN Obituary

ANDREA FATIMAH ERWIN
Andrea Fatimah Erwin departed this life on February 4, 2018. She was the daughter of the late Marcieta E. Hinton; step-daughter of the late vocalist, pianist, bandleader Frank Hinton; and the younger sister of Yvonne Farrow and Yvette Heyliger. A theatre major at the Duke Ellington School of the Arts, this year would have been her 40th anniversary as a member of the first four-year graduating class. She is a graduate of National Conservatory of Dramatic Arts. She served her country in the US Navy. Andrea was resilient, kind-hearted, strong, generous, and a friend to all. She will be greatly missed. Friends may join the family for a homegoing celebration at Holy Comforter Lutheran Church, 3319 Alabama Avenue, SE Washington, DC on Saturday, March 10, 2018 at 2 p.m. Interment will be private.

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 4, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for ANDREA ERWIN

18 Entries

Donna Beverly-Carter

March 10, 2018

RIP Andrea, my childhood friend. I will always remember you as being lighthearted and carefree. We never crossed paths as adults but, were forever connected by family and friends.

Jo Hilda

March 10, 2018

This is so hard for me, as I say goodbye to a cherished childhood friend I met on a playground in Arlington in 1966. I was seven when I spotted three beautiful little girls playing on a basketball court across the street from their home. When I approached them and asked if I could play with them, Andrea and her sisters, Yvette and Yvonne (also seven), welcomed me with open arms. We have been friends ever since. I have so many wonderful memories of Andrea who was always with her sisters. She was high-spirited and so full of life. As children, the four of us played with dolls, drank tea from their lovely mother's strawberry tea cups while singing "Sitting on the Dock of the Bay," went to Girl Scout meetings together, saw James Bond and Barbara Steisand movies, danced and drank Shirley Temples at the Channel Inn (home of the Frank Hinton Trio), shared in each other's birthday parties with Andrea receiving gifts also on her twin sisters' birthday, and so much more. Andrea spotted me a few years ago at a sidewalk café on 16th Street in Washington. I noticed a tall woman standing at a distance staring in my direction. Without my eyeglasses, I could not see the person's face clearly. Given the height and color-coordinated attire complete with red dangle earrings, I thought it might be Andrea. As I left my table and walked closer to get a better look, I was happy to see that the person before me was Andrea. Just like our first meeting on the playground so many years ago, there she was smiling at me and welcoming me with open arms. Andrea's friendship made a difference in my life. I will always love her and remember her smile, kindness and her sweet spirit. The Andrea I grew up with was an angel on earth. Today, she is an angel in heaven. Rest in peace dear friend and little sister! I love you!!

Nia Rudasill

March 9, 2018

Andrea, although I have not seen you in years - when I look at your photo, I clearly remember the bright eyed, idealistic person full of energy; always telling me a story. God has you in his arms and I am glad our paths crossed. Rest in peace, Nia

Nia Rudasill

March 9, 2018

Andrea, you will always be remembered as my little sister. God has you in the palm of his hands...always in my heart, Nia

Josette Shelton

March 7, 2018

Andrea is at peace and it makes me smile as I remember the fun times we had when we were young.

March 7, 2018

David P. Martin

March 7, 2018

I am sending Andrea Fatimah Erwin's family and friends my condolences and deepest sympathy.

I had a special honor and privilege to meet Andrea at Woodward Prep in D.C. when it became a co-ed school. She and I became friends and, soon afterwards, realized we shared the same birthday day, August 10. Each year we would contact each other to rejoice and celebrate ourselves, in our special Leonine manner, with birthday greetings and having tea over the latest happenings.

As the years passed, we grew apart as life pulled us toward our destinies, and the comedies and tragedies of our theater upbringing played out in each of our lives in real time. Social media allowed us to get back together, and I was very thankful that it did. We had a lot to catch up on we had found loves, had endured losses and were maneuvering devastating times still wanting to pursue our dreams.

Andrea will always have a place in my heart and be fondly remembered. May her spirit be at peace and find rest and rejoice in afterlife and its next iteration. Lots of love to all of those who were touched by her presence. May you be blessed and continue to flourish in God's presence. One Love GONE TOO SOON!

Peri

March 6, 2018

My heart broke when I learned of the passing of my childhood friend and godmother to my child. I am comforted by the knowledge that she will be eternally at peace. I love you Andrea

TALPP Forever!

Amelia Gormley

March 6, 2018

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Eric Wilson

March 6, 2018

Andrea will be missed. I remember times when she communicated with me, she would hold my hand. I have always admired and loved my cousin.

Betty Wilson

March 6, 2018

My beautiful great niece is gone way too soon, I will always love and miss her.

Femi

March 6, 2018

My sincerest condolences. Rest In Peace Andrea.

Barbara Norfor Lynch

March 6, 2018

We serve the God of all comfort and I pray you all feel His comfort and strength. I know we have not been close over the years but you are my family and I love you and I'm praying for you.

Charlene Coleman

March 6, 2018

Andrea:
May your beautiful, caring, creative and energetic spirit continue to add Light and Positive Energy to the Universe as you complete your transition.

We love you and will miss you, but rejoice in the fact that you will find Eternal Peace.
Your cousin,
Charlene

March 6, 2018

My little sister is gone. I will love you forever. RIP, Yvonne

Pearly Gates of Heaven

Yvette Heyliger

March 6, 2018

Andrea, I know Junie, Grandpop, Grandma Blanche, Daddy, and all our relatives were there to welcome you at the Pearly Gates of everlasting peace. You are free--enveloped in God's healing and loving embrace in your new home. Rest now...

Harry

March 4, 2018

Andrea - Your transition has brought immense pain and sadness to those who knew and loved you. Thanks for the laughter, love, and Pepsi's over the years. You were amazing! I love you babe!

March 4, 2018

Andrea, I cannot believe that you are gone! You will be sorely missed.

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