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Josephine Botchway Obituary

BOTCHWAY JOSEPHINE BOTCHWAY "Jo" On Tuesday, September 16, 2009, Jo departed this life at The University of Maryland Hospital after a brief, acute illness. Jo leaves to mourn, her beloved daughter, Joi Botchway and Joi''s father, Festus Botchway, both of Montgomery County, MD. Also left to mourn her loss are a loving step-mother, Lillian Edwards of New Mexico; her sister, Juanita Edwards of New York; her brother, Sylvester Edwards of Michigan. She will be missed by a host of other relatives located both nationally and internationally as well as a host of friends. All visitations and the "Service of Triumph" will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009 at the Poplar Grove Baptist Church, 14625 Jones Lane, Darnestown, MD 20878, Rev. James Washington, officiating. General visitation will begin at 10 a.m. The family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until 12 p.m. The service will start at 12 p.m. Immediately following the service, interment will be at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD. Services respectfully provided by the SNOWDEN FUNERAL HOME, Rockville, MD.

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 20, 2009.

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Deborah Johnson-Hood

October 6, 2009

I was saddended to hear of the passing of Jo. I worked with her many years at AT&T. She was truly a joy and a pleasant person to work with. I remember when she was pregnant with Joi, and the love she held for her precious bundle of joy. My heartfelt condolonces to her family. I'm certain that she is singing in that heavenly choir.

Brenda Farhan

September 23, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Jo's passing. I worked with Jo many years ago at AT&T and have fond memories of her, including her wonderful smile. I will always remember how much she spoke of and loved her daughter, Joi. May God comfort her family at this time.

September 22, 2009

My deepest sympathy to Joi, Festus and Jo's family. Jo was truly a friend and like a sister. She was a dear co-worker at AT&T of mine. I will miss her true love and great personality. Jo had a gift of joy and great concern for others. Jo you were God's gift to us. I will miss you.

With Love, Marguerite Hill, Forestville, Maryland

Ellen McGraw

September 21, 2009

My heartfelt condolences to Joi, Festus and all of Jo's family. I worked with Jo Botchway a number of years ago and enjoyed her sense of humor, larger than life personality and beautiful voice - I will always remember how she entertained us all at birthday celebrations with lively and original renditions of the happy birthday song. Now her voice is truly angelic, but she will be missed.

Jeanray Barber

September 21, 2009

My sincerest condolences to Joi, Fetus and the family. I worked with Jo for several years at AT&T, have fond memeories of her, and those times. My prayer is for God's grace, peace, and comfort to envelop each of you in this season of transition.

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