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RALPH DOUGLAS Obituary
Ralph Maurice Douglas, Sr. (Age 90)
Born in Washington, DC, August 31, 1929 and entered into eternal rest November 19, 2019 in Martinez, California. Ralph was Chief Communications Officer for the White House Communications Agency (WHCA) supporting Presidents Johnson, Nixon and Ford. He was the first African American to be selected for duty in WHCA where he rose to the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 4 (CWO4). During his 27 years in the Army and Department of Defense Ralph was awarded numerous honors including a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, Joint Service Commendation Medal and many more. Ralph retired from the Department of Defense in 1975 and transitioned to a leadership position within Pacific Bell. Viewing will be held Saturday, December 7, 3:30 p.m. at J.B. Jenkins Funeral Home, 7474 Landover Road, Hyattsville, MD. Funeral services will be held Monday, December 9, 10 a.m. at Pilgrim AME Church, 612 17th Street, N.E., Washington, DC. Burial with full military honors will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.
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John and Linda Kleiber
December 14, 2019
So sorry to hear of Mr. Douglas' passing. He was my commanding officer during part of my Army career and I had a lot of respect for him and his leadership qualities. Please accept our condolences.
Ruby Thornton Bracy
December 4, 2019
On behalf of the Thornton family, I extend my deepest and heartfelt condolences to Mr. Douglas' family. He and my father, William Thornton, were childhood friends and Army buddies. They always had a good time when they got together or spoke. May God wrap His loving arms around you all.
N. S.
December 4, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family of Ralph Douglas. May you be comforted in knowing that our Heavenly Father cares for you. He will give you strength and courage to cope with your grief. Psalm 94:17-19
V M
December 4, 2019
To the family,
May the God of all comfort be with you as a source of comfort and strength.
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J. B. Jenkins Funeral Home, Inc. - Hyattsville7474 Landover Road, Hyattsville, MD 20785
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