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WHITFIELD TYRONE WHITFIELD A pillar of the Washington, DC community, has gone home to rest on Thursday, January 21, 2010. He served for over 30 years as a Collegiate Administrator, an Educator, and a Basketball/Football Coach. He was an integral member of "The Saturday Basketball Club", a "Techite" Class of '60, and an honored Vietnam Veteran. He is survived by his daughter, Marbe Whitfield; two grandchildren, Infinite and Ahki Fields; two sisters, Donna Whitfield and June Allen; a host of other relatives and many friends. HE WILL TRULY BE MISSED! A memorial service will be held at Greater Mt. Calvary Holy Church, 610 Rhode Island Ave., N.E. on Friday, February 5 at 10 a.m. Entombment will be on February 10 at Arlington National Cemetery, where family and friends will assemble at the Administration Bldg at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements by WATSON FUNERAL HOME.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tyrone Whitfield
February 25, 2010
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to Tyrone's family and friends. He was a wonderful person, with an unmatched wit who always made us laugh. He will really be missed. J. Rashada,Hampton, vA
Helen Hancock
February 15, 2010
Tyrone will be soarley missed. My heartfelt sorrow for his loss and peace to his family.
Clarence Perry
February 4, 2010
To the Whitfield Family: Tyrone, "Big T" will always be remembered for his gargantuan laugh that brought light into a darken environment. I will always remember our days in the hallway of Tech in 1960. Fondest memories.
May the comfort of the Lord surround you during this hard time.
Kenneth Crosson
February 4, 2010
To the Whitfield family
I knew Tyrone at UDC. Tyrone was a very thoughtful, joyful person who love laughter and sports.
He will truly be miss
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Curlie Dotson-Reis
February 3, 2010
To the family of Tyrone Whitfield - We thank God for this wonderful life.
"Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal!"
Curlie T. Dotson Reis
Techite, Class '60
Bonita Gardner Billups
February 3, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Alfred Carter
February 2, 2010
To the Whitfield family: My prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. I pray that God will wrap His loving arms around you and give you all the peace and comfort that you need. We will all miss "Big T." (Techite Class of 60.)
Bob Wilson
February 2, 2010
When a good brother leaves there is pain but we remember the good times and there were many
your friend forever
Bob Wilson
Lisa Harris and Family
February 2, 2010
To the Whitfield Family: Tyrone's quick "whit" and infectious laughter will truly be missed. He was a gentle giant, who put a lot of joy in living with a great big smile! May the love you shared and the happiest of memories carry you through your grief.
Lillie Denmark
February 2, 2010
To the family of Tyrone My prayers are with you
Lillie Denmark-Knight, Fort Pierce, Florida
Ken Price
February 1, 2010
For Tyrone and his family -- I have nothing but the fondest memories and the highest regard for a wonderful friend and human being. You will be sorely missed. Ken Price and Family
Gwendolyn Hawkins
February 1, 2010
Tyrone is truly going to be missed.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
From the Staff of Watson Funeral Home
January 31, 2010
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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