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QUEEN ESTHER DUNBAR (Age 86)  
On Friday, January 23, 2015, Queen Esther Dunbar of Arlington, VA peacefully departed this life. Queen was a virtuous women who loved The Lord with all her heart. As a caregiver to many, she was garnered many titles; including Mom, Grandma, and Aunt Queenie. She is survived by; her three sisters, children; James Lee, Renee (Unika and Rajee), Kevin, Adonis, Jaque, Tanisha, Deontez and a host of family and friends. Services will be held Thursday, January 29, 2014 at Macedonia Baptist Church, 3412 S. 22nd Street, Arlington, VA 22206, Viewing held at 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m.

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 28, 2015.

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Dianne Carroll

January 29, 2015

I am saddened to hear of Queenie's passing. She was a very special lady and I am honored to have known her. She had such kindness and a huge heart - loved the children so much. Accept my sympathy - a terrible loss.

January 28, 2015

May the Father of tender mercies be with you during this time of deep sorrow.

Renee Harrison

January 28, 2015

I am sorry for your loss. Our Heavenly Father sees your tears. He will help you to cope with your loss and endure these difficult days.

Mary Gregory-Williams

January 28, 2015

Please accept our heartfelt sympathy on the passing of Cousin Queenie. May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. Peace, prayers, and blessings to you and the family.
Jerline G. Knox, South Hill VA

Jay Cee

January 28, 2015

To the Dunbar family,
My deepest sympathy to the family. Trust in God's promise that he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. Do believe.

Lani Gleaves

January 28, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the family. She will be missed.

Adriane Burless

January 28, 2015

My heartfelt condolences to the family, Those we love will be forever in our hearts.

Patty Day & Family

January 28, 2015

My deepest sympathy to the famiy. There was no one like Aunt Queenie. We can all attest that QUEENIE has received her CROWN.

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