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LISA CHALLENGER Obituary


Lisa Marion Challenger  
Passed away suddenly on Monday, January 11, 2021 in her home in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Lisa was predeceased by her parents Richard and Marion Challenger of Mt. Vernon, New York. For 16 years, Lisa served as a prekindergarten teacher in the Hyattsville Elementary School system. Lisa is a graduate of Simmons College and Columbia University. She is survived by her sister, Jean Challenger Hurd (Joseph), several cousins, nieces and nephews. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, no services are planned at this time. Cremation. Interment will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts this summer.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 7, 2021.

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Michele Agard

April 17, 2023

So sorry to hear this now. Had lost touch but her laughter and personality still resonate with me. Hugs to the family

Michele Agard

Lakesha and Kaiyah Miller

January 24, 2023

My daughter's preK teacher, Girl Scout Troop Leader, and friend! She'd always keep in touch and check in on my now 6th grader. My daughter loved her dog Bella!

You are truly missed my D9 sister.

Giancarlo Sanchez

February 24, 2022

My Pre- K teacher, one of the bests teachers and kid can have.

Will be truly missed.

Dennis D. Parker

June 7, 2021

So saddened to hear of Lisa’s passing. Knew her from our high school, Rye Country Day and train trips between Mt Vernon and Rye. Will always remember her radiant smile.

Mary Ann Wilson

March 30, 2021

As I remember my Simmons sister and friend, my prayer for the family is for healing and comfort. You are missed, RIP!

Mary Ann Wilson

March 30, 2021

As I remember my Simmons sister and friend, my prayer for the family is for healing and comfort. You are missed, RIP.

Christine Kristeller

March 26, 2021

I was a classmate of Lisa at Simmons, and was deeply saddened to learn of her passing. We will honor her memory during our virtual 45th reunion this June. Christine Conroy Kristeller

Charles Powell

February 23, 2021

My deepest condolences to the family and friends of our dear Sister who shared the best of what she had to offer for those of us who she called friend. Rest in Power my dear Sister .

Rene Poinsette

February 16, 2021

Lisa was a kind person who loved living and traveling. She was a gracious hostess who loved having people in her home. Lisa was a trooper, as described by her good friend, Point, defying all odds after her illness. Lisa was fiercely independent and left no stone unturned. Lisa was also a pet Mom who loved her cocker spaniel, Bella. Rest in Heavenly peace,

Adrian Poinsette

February 15, 2021

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