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SHIRLEY WILSON Obituary


Dr. Shirley Itensil Wilson  
Of Laurel, MD fell into eternal rest October 19, 2017. She was a professor emeritus of Delaware State University, adjunct professor Howard University and worked for the department of social services for Washington, DC. She is survived by a loving family. Please join them Wednesday at People's Community Baptist Church, 31 Norwood Road, Silver Springs, MD for an hour of Visitation Starting at 10 a.m. and a memorial celebration at 11 a.m. with Dr. Haywood A. Robinson, officiating. If you're unable to join them please do so via livestream through "tpcbc.org "click worship online button. In lieu of flowers make contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 31, 2017.

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Dr. Marlene A. Saunders

October 25, 2024

I remember Dr. Shirley Wilson as her colleague at Delaware State University.

Ruby gourdine

October 25, 2021

Missing you

Marlene Saunders

October 26, 2020

Miss you Scarlet, my Southern Belle

Ruby Gourdine

October 25, 2020

Missing her wonderful smile and engaging personality

Dr. Marlene Saunders

October 27, 2019

Was at Delaware State University visiting the Department of Social Work and while visiting Dr. Wendell Gorum , Dr. J. Gorum & I fondly talked about Dr. Shirley I. Wilson. You are remembered and missed.

Lula Murphy

November 3, 2017

Certainly will miss talking with you weekly.The family has my deepiest sympathy Lula Murphy and daughter.

Johnnell Branch

November 2, 2017

Peace and blessings to family and friends

GARY AND ANDREA BENNETT

November 1, 2017

Shirley, you truly will be missed. i am so glad i got to know you through my mom. thanks for sharing Aunt Florence with us. REST IN PEACE

Dr. Marlene Saunders

November 1, 2017

Well "Scarlett" you did it your way with sophistication and a southern aire that only you could exuded the way you did. I always admired your adherence to excellence for yourself and students. Howard University, School of Social Work graduated a fine product.

November 1, 2017

My prayers are with the family. May your fond memories sustain at this time. We will miss her smile and gentle nature.
Ruby Gourdine Howard University School of Social Work

DP

October 31, 2017

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. May shared memories keep her alive in your hearts.May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Fredda Payne

October 31, 2017

Shirley,
You will be sorely missed.

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