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BENJAMIN DREW Obituary
BENJAMIN ALVIN DREW, SR. 1932-2021
Benjamin quietly departed this life on October 5, 2021. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Muriel Wood Drew; his parents, and two brothers. He is survived by his children, Karen Drew Higginbotham (Peter); Kathy Drew King (Charles III); Colonel B. Alvin Drew, Jr. (USAF-ret.) and Colin C. Drew; grandchildren, Courtney and Maris Higginbotham; Charles V. and Camille King; extended family and friends. Services (viewing 11 a.m. and service at 12 noon) will be held on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Johnson & Jenkins Funeral Home; 716 Kennedy Street, NW., Washington, DC. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Dunbar Alumni Federation at: https://daf-dc.org or PO Box 60714, Washington, DC 20039.
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Alexzena Lesesne
June 8, 2023
"Love will never die"
Carol Shorts
October 23, 2021
My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the family
Patricia Tribe
October 19, 2021
My sympathies and hugs go out to all of you. I have lovely memories of your Dad and Mom. Your Dad made me laugh many, many times and always made me feel so welcome. So thankful to have those beautiful memories.
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Cheryle Lauren NEWTON Du Bose
October 19, 2021
My sincere condolences go out to his family. I considered Mr. Drew to be a good supervisor, caring and considerate.
Susan Westmoreland
October 19, 2021
Offering my love and sympathy to you all at the passing of Ben. Chuck and I always enjoyed his company, wisdom, and humor. I will always remember him with great affection. Prayers for the healing of your hearts.
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