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Doris Washington Obituary

Passed away peacefully in La Plata, MD on March 4, 2024. Beloved wife to the late Douglas "Roscoe" Washington for 43 years. Loving mother to Carlton "Tim" Rollins (Marilyn), Terry Washington, Norma Samuel (Guy), Carol Washington, Raymond Edwards, and the late Janice Washington and Douglas Washington Jr. Grandmother to eight grandchildren, great grandmother to 18 great grandchildren, and dear friend to many. Services will be held on Thursday March 14, 2024 at Fort Lincoln Funeral Home. Viewing 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. Interment Lincoln Memorial Cemetery, Suitland MD.

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Published by The Washington Post on Mar. 11, 2024.

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The Terrell family

March 14, 2024

Our deepest condolences and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. please don´t hesitate to reach out if you need any thing.
Sincerely
Tane´ -Michael-William &Monique Terrell.

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