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ARZELLA MAXINE McCOY  
Peacefully on March 4, 2014. Survived by two children Jeffrey McCoy (Darlene) and Joan McCoy-Fitts (Jack); four grandchildren, Stephanie, John, Juliaana and Jack Jr., one sister Saundra Lattisaw (Jerome); one brother James Smith (Clem); two aunts Helena Harris and Barbara Frazier; and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Friday, March 14, from 9 a.m. until time of Service 10 a.m. at Evangel Cathedral Bishops Chapel, 13903 Central Ave., Upper Marlboro, MD. Interment Baltimore National Cemetery.

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 12, 2014.

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Sheree Smith

March 13, 2014

Aunt Maxine,
We love you, and we will miss you dearly. We will not go forth in sorrow or dismay, but celebrate your life and the impact you had on friends, family and even strangers. Comfort comes in knowing that you were a wonderful person, and a faithful servant of the Lord. Your reward for a beautiful life well lived is in the kingdom of Heaven.

Aunt Louise Askew

March 12, 2014

May it comfort you to know that others care in this time of your loss. May you find new hope and peace in the days ahead. Love Always

Donna Smith

March 12, 2014

Mrs. McCoy the few times I did see you over the years you were always had a kind word to say to everyone. May you rest in peace and May God bless your entire family.

Michael & Yvette Mccoy

March 12, 2014

Wishing Gods blessings and peace for the entire family

March 12, 2014

Mother Maxine...
Even though you left us, I would still remember you as a strong woman who would always be there in our hearts. Miss you Mother Maxine and May God protect you in His presence.
Jocelyn and Ronnie

D McCarthy

March 12, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. May the Most High God comfort you during these difficult days. (Psalm 83:18)

Monica Gattison

March 12, 2014

Maxine, I am going to miss you so much, your were more than just my mother's friend for over 48 years, but, you became my spiritual mother you lead me to Christ you nourish me in his word. I am so gratiful to God for allowing you to be a spiritual light unto me when I was in darkness. You were more than just a friend and I will always love you.
Agape

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