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Paul Washington Obituary

WASHINGTON PAUL M. WASHINGTON On Friday, December 19, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Yvonne V. Washington; loving father of Diane Lowe, Debrah Williams, Donna Blair and Jeffrey (Tiffany) Washington; cherished grandfather of Paul Lowe, Kisha (Bryant) Bryson, Julita Blair, Anthony and Christopher Williams and Chase Washington; and great-grandfather of Anthony Williams, Jr. and Hunter Bryson; two sisters, Eleanor Rita (Charley) Stoves and Shirley (Wendell) Venerable; and four brothers, John (Rosa), Vincent (Alberta), Kenneth and Anthony Washington. Other survivors include his honorary grandchildren, a host of loving relatives, close friends and neighbors. Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, December 29 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 12th and Monroe Sts., NE. Family will receive friends from 9 to 11 am. Funeral service will immediately follow. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery, Brentwood, MD. The family suggests that expressions of sympathy, in lieu of flowers, be made in the form of contribution to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, in memory of Paul M. Washington. Arrangements by R.N. Horton.

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Published by The Washington Post from Dec. 27 to Dec. 28, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Washington

15 Entries

Paul Jones

July 6, 2022

My Uncle Paul (The Governor) was always an inspiration to everyone he met. All my life, he was such an integral part in my "growing up". Whenever I sought advice and guidance, Uncle Paul was always there. He had a way of drawing out my thoughts, and having me come up the answers I sought from him. That being said, he would always put his icing on the cake and would drive my thought levels to heights I never imagined. I remember, after a meeting with one of my cousins, he pointed at me and called me, "The Voice of Reasoning", a monacer I'll never relinquish.

Love you Uncle Paul and miss you very, very much.

Mary Holloway

January 13, 2009

To the Family of Paul Washington. My heart was saddened to hear of his passing. He was one of my great pal and inspiration at Dept. of State. I missed him so much when he retired. May the peace of God be with you all during this transition. God Bless. Mary

Jeffrey Washington

January 8, 2009

To the greatest man I know. To a man who showed love and compassion to the poor, elderly, young and his family. To a man who selfishly gave of himself, to his community, political organizations, co-workers, fraternities, friends and family. I solute you and may I say, “JOB WELL DONE”. To my best friend, mentor, hero. To you Dad, I miss you and I will always love you.

You’re Son

Diane Lowe (Nurse Rachett)

January 8, 2009

Everyday I think about my dad "aka" the lover (the name I gave him when I was younger)and all the happy, fun and sometimes sad times we shared together. You were always there for me, all your children, family and friends.

If I had an opportunity to be your caregiver again -- better known as Nurse Rachett to you and others, I'd do it in a heartbeat without hesitation regardless of whether you are well or ill. We have had many memorable times together that I cherish. And remember, Nurse Rachett is still watching you with love and care and knowing that you are in a better place and have joined Mom.

Love Nurse Rachett

Joyce Deal Parker

January 1, 2009

Diane,

My deepest sympathy to you and your family as you mourn the loss of your beloved father. I remember running into you at the Riggs Giant and talking and laughing with you about how we were both caring for our parents...although it was a rigorous job we would not hesitate to do it all over again. My Mom passed in October 2007 and I miss her every day but I cherish every moment I got to dote on her. Let's stay in touch!

Pat Hailey

December 31, 2008

Family,

I send love and am sadden to hear about your dad. May your hearts be comforted. May the love of the creator give each family member understanding.

Lee Matthews

December 31, 2008

Diane, Donna, Debbie and Jeffrey; May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived. You all have my heartfelt sympathy.

Diane Miller

December 30, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Paul. I know Paul was truely blessed and enjoyed life to the fullest my thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Nerrolyn (Hackett) May

December 30, 2008

Dear Family,

My heartfelt "thoughts" and "prayers" are with you all at this time of the loss of your father and loved one. I also lost my Dad this year in Feb. 2008, so I do understand and know your hurt and sorrow... May the beautiful memories of your father stay with you, in your hearts and minds, and may God's peace be with you always to comfort and console you.

God Bless,

Florence H. Pendleton

December 29, 2008

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

barbara-ann bacon

December 29, 2008

I will always remember Mr. Washington as a great mentor to so many including myself. As his first African-American Secretary at the Department of State, I witnessed first-hand how he counseled, encouraged, and comforted all who came to him for advice or just to talk. He said that while the job as a secretary was OK for now, he was encouraging me to move forward – and wrote justifications for the Department to fund Publications Specialist Program classes at George Washington University, and loaned me his golf umbrella to shield my books and tools on the walk up the street in the rain. The most enduring trait that I learned from PW (that’s what I called him), was his gift of sharing. With every accolade or award he received, he shared with the entire staff – he would say, Barbara-Ann, take this money and make a party! Green punch and cookies on St. Patrick’s Day, or a “what the hell” party on a Wednesday. Speaking of Wednesdays -- that was his day that anyone and everyone who was wearing blue was welcome to come and talk with him about anything and everything. It was usually a parade of fashions, blue shoes, ties, socks, earrings, suits, nail polish, you name it. And the laughter that came from behind that closed door! He had such a wonderful sense of humor. Doubly so if it involved Black Bull Scotch. So PW, here is our toast to each other, hope to see you on the other side.

PW: Barbara-Ann, I will never, ever forget you!
BAB: Nor I You!

Pat Gunn McClaine

December 29, 2008

I was saddened to hear about the passing of Mr. Washington. I was one of many that he supervised at the State Department. He would always lovingly talk about his 3 daughters and son with much affection. May God dry your tears and fill your hearts with joy. He was a remarkable man!

Dr. Harold and Judi Brown Silverman

December 27, 2008

We met "Dad" through Diane when we worked together but I was immediately impressed by his obvious love for his family. He will surely be missed

Carla Flowers (Macklin)

December 27, 2008

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Andre Washington

December 27, 2008

I have known Paul all my life. He gave me the gift of being more than what I could have imagined in the avenues of my life. He is a statesman that help shaped this city. He will be forever remembered and sorely missed.
With loving memories,
Nephew Andre

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