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Michael Lanham Obituary

LANHAM, MICHAEL A. (Age 32)

Departed this life on Sunday, September 18, 2005. Beloved son of Hattie Wilson and the late James Lanham III. Grandson of Hilda Meredith and James Lanham II. Father of Alexius Cummings. He is also survived by four brothers, four sisters, four aunts, four uncles, and a host of other family and friends. Family will receive friends at the Temple of Praise, 885 Barnaby St. SE on Monday, September 26 from 10am until funeral at 11am. Interment Harmony Memorial Park. Services by CAPITOL MORTUARY.

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 25, 2005.

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T L.

September 29, 2005

My deepest condolences go out to the Wilson and Lanham Families during your time of bereavement. Mike will truly be missed but the memories that I have of him will forever be cherished.

Tesa Allen

September 26, 2005

My deepest condolences go out to your family in your time of bereavement. You are in my prayers.

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