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Lois Engel Obituary

On Sunday, February 15, 2026, LOIS ELINOR ENGEL of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved wife of the late Norman R. Engel. Devoted mother of Gerald (Stacey), Marc (Carin Dessauer) and Todd (Shelley) Engel. Cherished grandmother of Chase (Lisette) and Brandt Engel, Kayla (Patrick) Morgan, Isabel Engel, Jayme (Justin) Boling and Randi z"l (Ricky) Leshin and great-grandmother of Gina, Jeremy, Christopher, Asher, Raina, Daisy, Landon, Ilan, Piper and Dax. Graveside funeral services will be held on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 12:00 p.m. at Judean Memorial Gardens, Olney, MD. Info regarding memorial contributions may be forthcoming. Arrangements entrusted to TORCHINSKY HEBREW FUNERAL HOME, 202-541-1001.

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Published by The Washington Post on Feb. 17, 2026.

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Dianne Nolin

February 19, 2026

Marc (and Carin & Isabel), my deepest condolences. You are all in my thoughts.

Angie Hersh

February 17, 2026

Lois and I taught together for fourteen years at Twinbrook Elementary School. I was the ESOL teacher there and we had many opportunities to work together with the many foreign language students who were in her classes. She had a special way of making them feel very comfortable and welcomed in spite of the language barrier. Her warm smile and gentle ways helped to give each student a sense of identity and belonging. She had an uncanny way of instantly making them feel special and accepted.
The years I spent teaching and learning from her were some of the best of my career. I will never forget her for the kindness and friendship she shared with me. I am deeply sorry for your loss at this time. May your memories of her sustain you and always bring a smile into your heart.
Sincerely yours
Angie Hersh

Clarence Bell

February 17, 2026

My Deepest condolences to the Engle family. I had brief interaction with Ms. Engle through my friend and her son Todd. I found her to be a very sweet lady. May you rest in glory.

Anne Davenport

February 17, 2026

So sorry for your loss, Marc, Carin and Isabel. Sending strength and healing thoughts. May you 'lock in' the good memories and know Lois is no longer in pain. She leaves a beautiful legacy in your family. Love from all the Davenports

F. Hart

February 17, 2026

To the Engel Family,
Sending my heartfelt condolences to family, I pray the Lord comfort you in your time of need. I worked with Lois, and enjoyed being her cubicle neighbor.

David Anderson

February 17, 2026

My thoughts are with your family during this difficult time. We hope you find comfort in the many memories you shared and in the support of those who care about you.

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