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Dr. Athel Q. Liggins

Athel Liggins Obituary

Name: Viewing for Dr. Athel Q. Liggins
Start: 2023-01-13T15:00:00.000Z
Location: Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church

LIGGINS

DR. ATHEL Q. LIGGINS (Age 99)

Husband of the late Beatrice Liggins died on November 30, 2022. He is survived by his four daughters: Anita Lennard (Bill), Sylvia Mackel, Gail Liggins, and Shari Harvey (Sherman) and a host of relatives/friends. Funeral will be Friday, January 13, 2023 at Trinity A.M.E. Zion Church, 3505 16th St, NW, Washington, DC with Viewing at 10 a.m. Interment: Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. In lieu of flowers Memorial contributions should be made to MT AA c/ o Dr. Athel Q. Liggins Scholarship fund, P.O. Box 755, Riverdale, MD. 20738.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 8, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Athel Liggins

19 Entries

Alice Gasaway

February 14, 2025

Thank you kindly, sir. You were an exceptional principal. Continue resting in Heaven .

Alice Gasaway HAMMOCK

January 3, 2025

Yes, continued comfort and prayers to his family. Dr. Liggins was indeed a wonderful and loved principal!

Alicia Frazier

January 17, 2023

Sending continued prayers of peace and comfort to the family. Sending my sincere condolences. Dr. Athel Q. Liggins was the best principal. Will always remember him. RIP Dr. Liggins.

Denise P. Toyer McKan

January 13, 2023

My condolences to Dr. Liggins' family. As a member of the McKinley Class of 75 Dr. Liggins was an inspiration to all of us. He encouraged us and in spite of the # of students at McKinley (>1500) he knew us personally and was always there to help us move up to higher points in our lives. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.

Wanda S Dailey

January 13, 2023

My condolences to Dr. Athelstan Q. Liggins a man of good character and integrity´s daughters who shared their father and family member, friend, educator, and overall genuinely caring person. His white shoes distinguished him from all the rest and he wore them proudly, with his smile on his face as he walked the McKinley Tech halls. Making sure you headed to your class before the bell rang. He earned his respect and love of many. Thanks for sharing an amazing well lived life. Wanda Southerland-Dailey class of 1977 best year ever!

James Moy

January 13, 2023

To Sir, with Love - Athel Q. Liggins educated us kids, with care,humor,kindness and wisdom. In both my DCPS middle and high school years, I started the new school year at both institutions with a principal who soon retired or was replaced by Dr.Liggins. First at Stuart Jr.HS in 1969 and later at McKinley Tech HS in 1972. A "people" person of the highest order, Dr.Liggins encouraged, guided and inspired thousands of youngsters, their families and generations of school staffers with his vision and the warmth of his personality. He was beloved like Hilton´s schoolmaster Arthur Chipping. It has been my great honor and privilege to be handed two DCPS graduation diplomas by him. Goodbye Dr.Liggins

Michelle Greene

January 12, 2023

McKinley Class of 1978: Dr. Liggins was a wonderful Principal during the time I attended. He was loved and respected. My condolences goes out to his daughters and family, friends and colleagues.

Kennetha Bolding `79

January 11, 2023

My heartfelt condolences to the family
You have run a good race, Rest easy Dr. Liggins

Lisa (Gordon) Hawkins c/o `80

January 10, 2023

So, so sorry to hear of the lost of Dr. Athel Q. Liggins. He was a fair, kindhearted Principal.
Throughout my teaching career, I thought of him often, how he would engage in all student activities. As a disciplinarian, he would listen to us, not only the teachers, in order to reach a fair conclusion and an equally fair consequence. That's an important lesson I´ve carried and implemented throughout my 36 years of teaching.

Rest in Peace Dr. Liggins, know that you have inspired many.

Lisa (Gordon) Hawkins c/o `80

Wardell Howell Jr

January 9, 2023

Dr. Liggins you were so gracious to a few of us troublemakers and we made no fuss when you "kindly" let us get to class or "go out"...hah.... Thank you Sir and rest well...... Condolences to your Family from the Whole McKinley Tech Family...

Jamie V. Lee

January 9, 2023

Dr. Liggins exemplified true leadership, professionalism, and wisdom. As a student who attended McKinley Tech from 1977-1980, I respected and admired this gentle giant who served as our principal and would start off his Monday morning announcements on the PA system with "I hope that you attended the church of your choice." There aren't enough words to describe what Dr. Liggins meant to many of us, so I will simply say "thank you" for the role that you played in our lives and for representing the mighty McKinley Tech HS.

Wendy Carr

January 9, 2023

My sincere prayers and condolences to the Liggins Family. I will always cherish my memories of Dr. Liggins during my time at McKinley - 1978-80, Class 80. He was such a kind man with a heart, of gold. Caring for the welfare and educational growth of all his students. I will always remember his daily morning announcements mentioning did the students attend the church of there choice. Always supportive and uplifting. A one of a kind principal. I´m so grateful I was under his leadership and administration while at McKinley. He helped to mold my educational and professional career. For that I am truly grateful. Take your heavenly rest Dr. Liggins. You will always be in my heart and mind.

Wendy Carr

Graham Sarah

January 9, 2023

Paying tribute to a giant amongst men. Dr. A.Q. Liggins poured so much of himself into the students of McKinley. He was well respected by staff and students alike. May his soul rest in eternal peace. Elaine Rudasill Graham (Class of 75)

Alice Gasaway (Hammock)

January 8, 2023

I fondly remember Dr. Liggins during my years of attendance from 1974 through 1977. He was such a caring and wonderful person. Extending my deepest condolences and prayers to his family.

Charles Reese

January 8, 2023

Gratitude and appreciation to Dr . Liggins for his kindness and gracious spirit during my high school days at McKinley Tech High School from 1978-1981. Sending grace, mercy and peace to the Liggins family. Rest in Power!
Always,
Charles Reese
Actor/Author/Cultural Architect
Los Angeles, CA

Eric Gilliam

January 8, 2023

My condolences to the Liggins family. Dr. Logging was the principal at McKinley HS during my years (75-78) at McKinley.

Chase Dezma

January 8, 2023

Dr. Liggins was the Principal of McKinley Sr High when I was a student from 1976-1979. He was a wonderful, kind, caring educator who cared about his students

Tracy Baltimore

January 8, 2023

RIP Dr. Liggins

Winifred ("Wini") Clark Parker

January 8, 2023

Dr. Liggins was the epitome of a gentleman and the absolute best principal any student could ever hope for. He was held in the highest regard by his students. His influence in my life began in 7th grade at Terrell and continued on through McKinley. He was elated I chose to join him at Tech (instead of going to my neighborhood school Dunbar). Almost 50 years later I´m still holding on to "the McKinley Way" you instilled in us!! Thank you, sir, for everything!

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