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MARION P. BEST
On August 14, 2013; widow of the late Lt. Nolan R. Best. They reared Robert S. Johnson and Rita Van Landingham and treated Nolan Johnson as their own. Marion was the last surviving sibling of eight, Ulysses, Shakespeare, Marquis, Columbus, Lualgia, Eleanor and Ruth. She is survived by son Robert; grandsons Ian and Cyril Van Landingham; one nephew; a host of nieces; dear friends and bridge buddies. Visitation at 10 a.m. Service at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20, at Trinity Baptist Church, 1900 Beechwood Rd., Hyattsville, MD 20783. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Winston Salem State University Foundation, c/o Donor Records, 311 Blair Hall, Winston Salem, NC 27110. interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Services entrusted to Capitol Mortuary.
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Memories and Condolences
for MARION BEST
Pat Bennett
August 10, 2020
Godmother, another year has passed,
however memories are forever. It’s summer time (those were the days)with family and friends day -picnics in Rock Creek Park. Love you!
Pat (Wilmington DE)
Patro Benny
August 11, 2019
Godmother, thank you for memories are forever! Pat
Patricia Bennett
August 21, 2013
Dear Family,
It is with great pride that I am able to call Marion P. Best, MY GODMOTHER, for she is the BEST. The years of pure joy in her presence, lessons learned,fun and love will sustain me (& family) for a lifetime. Thank you for sharing her with me, my husband,my children & my grandchildren for she was truly a- lady- at- her- BEST.
Farewell Godmother,
Pat
August 19, 2013
My condolences to the family of Marion Best. May the rich memories of Marion sustain you at this time. I will remember her as a Sunday morning worshiper at Knollwood Distaff Retirement community where I serve as Sunday morning Chaplain and a bridge player at the Washington Bridge Unit.
Peace, and blessings!
Rev. Maude Harrison-Hudson
Alfie DeMoss
August 18, 2013
Dear Linda McHenry and the Family of Marion Best,
My very deepest condolences for your loss of Aunt Marion--one phenomenal lady! Aunt Marion was many things to many people.
What I will cherish most about Aunt Marion are her keen intellect and quick wit, and the playful way in which each often informed the other. No one could light up a room with as many pearls of wisdom, and such joy and laughter as Aunt Marion! And her humanity was simply incomparable--particularly towards those less fortunate.
With dignity and grace, Aunt Marion embraced and lived life to the fullest. What a role model! And while, it is true that she was my "Honorary Aunt," it is also a fact that Aunt Marion was my true friend. "Farewell, My Friend!"
With sympathy and love,
Lisa
August 17, 2013
My condolences to you on the loss of your loved one. At a time such as this, the pain can seem unbearable. May you allow the peace of God to help you to cope during this time of need.(Phillipians 4:6,7)
August 16, 2013
My condolences to the family of Marion Best. During your grieving process may you find comfort from friends, family and God in prayer. He promises "You will certainly call me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you." Jeremiah 29:12. May you find comfort from his promises and the power beyond what is normal.
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