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Wendy Pinkney Obituary
ON Wednesday, September 6, 2006. The beloved wife of Reda W. Pinkney, II; mother of Amanda Swope; daughter of Pat Hockenbrocht; sister of Ryan Wolfe and Trisha Rarick. She is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Friends may call at the Progressive Church, 5406 Brinkley Rd, Temple Hills, MD 20748 on Tuesday, September 12 from 9:30 a.m. until service time at 11 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Wendy's name to the Breast Cancer Research at Johns Hopkins, 1 Charles Center, 100 N. Charles Street, Suite 234, Baltimore, MD 21201. Arrangements by GEORGE P. KALAS FUNERAL HOME, Oxon Hill, MD.
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Memories and Condolences
for Wendy Pinkney
Jonathan
September 3, 2025
Remembering you ... I hope You and Theresa are creating a storm up there... thinking of you both...
Jonathan
September 5, 2024
Holding memories of you close... I'm sure You and Theresa creating mischief up there... thinking of you both...
Jonathan Cooper
September 3, 2020
Forever grateful for the memories of you. You will never be forgotten.
Theresa Snyder
September 3, 2020
14 years ago we lost a beautiful lady.... I still pick up the phone to call you! Did you find out whatever happened during those missing hours now that you’re in the Good Place! Love you Wendy girl.. you are sorely missed!
Theresa Snyder
September 3, 2019
Wow! 13 years have gone by since you left this earth but youre with me everyday in my heart! You are missed!
Robb Whitmoyer
October 5, 2006
Reda:
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Thoughts and prayers are with you
and your family.
Fraternally,
Robb Whitmoyer
Cathy Kleinschmidt
September 14, 2006
My thoughts are with you, Reda and Amanda......God Bless you
Mom Kleinschmidt
Kristee (Tim, Micah, Gabrielle, and Aiden) Deal
September 14, 2006
Reda,
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Wendy. Know that my family and I are praying for you and Amanda that God will comfort and keep you both as you continue to go on day by day. Many blessings to you.
Patrice Summers
September 13, 2006
To Reda and the Wolfe Family,
I send my prayers and condolences to you all. Know that the Lord Jesus Christ, is there to get you through your time of tears and sorrow. Know that Wendy is no longer in pain. What a joy and comfort to know Jesus has her now. God Bless you all.
Nichole Irving (Hoffman)
September 13, 2006
Wendy,
I keep the memory of you & my mom getting pretty for a rare "girls night out" close to my heart. Thank you for being a good friend to my Mom all these years. Your smile will be missed greatly.
cindy krebs krebs
September 12, 2006
cindy krebs
Dear Reda & Family
I've only meet you Reda a few times and you were a special person of course you would have to be, Wendy married you. I new Wendy a long time, since the days of children & youth. I loved her dearly. I regret that I couldn't see her more.I will always remenber her pleasant smile and her wonderful sence of humor. Wendy was always there when you needed her. I send you my deepest sympathy and prayers.
cindy krebs
Jerina Horton
September 12, 2006
Reda
Im sorry about your wife.
My prayers are with you and your
family.
from
Jerina Horton
Sonia Thompson
September 11, 2006
I had only known Mrs. Pinkney for a short time, but I will remember the smile she gave me with her hello and the efforts she gave her students. I will remember you, Wendy's family, in my prayers.
The Bish Family
September 11, 2006
Although we only had the pleasure of knowing Mrs. Pinkney a short while, she will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Cheers~
theresa snyder
September 11, 2006
To try and sum up all of Wendy’s attributes and the way she impacted my life as a friend and sister of my heart would be an injustice to her and to who she was in this short time… so let me say that ……My life is better and far richer because I knew Wendy. To those who knew her, no explanation is necessary…to those who didn’t, no explanation is possible!
Dear Wendy,
You were someone I could talk to,
Someone no one can replace;
Someone I could laugh with,
'till the tears ran down my face;
You were someone I could call on when
I needed a helping hand; someone I could
Count on to advise me & understand; You were someone who looked past my flaws and brought out the very best in me………. I may have forgot to thank you but I am saying it today you truly were a precious friend and I loved you each and every day.
Mike, Rori & Mike-Mike Burch
September 11, 2006
"See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared.Exodus 23:20
Psalm 23
A psalm of David.
The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul. He guides me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever. Amen.
Reda and family we are here if there is anything that you need. We love you and GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
Jane Gavin Phoebe Edwards
September 11, 2006
We
will never forget the short time that you spent with us on New Years
Eve in Portsmouth. We all had such fun all together that night, and you
could see the stars so clearly. You are now one of those bright stars,
Wendy shining down on us. Our hearts, sympathy and prayers go out to
Reda , Amanda and all your family and friends. All our Love.
Debra (Beaver)Wilson
September 10, 2006
Dear Wolfe & Pinkney Families,
I am so saddened to hear of another passing of a former SHS-'79 classmate. Wendy & I went to Vo-Tech together for Dental Assisting. May we take comfort in knowing that she is in a better place & that we will see her again.
Deepest sympathies,
Debra (Beaver) Wilson
Dottie and Jim Swann
September 10, 2006
A friend, co-worker and assistant cheer coach! No words can express how much you will be missed, especially those very early morning phone calls, those long, long talks and everything we shared.
Our love to Reda and Amanda and always know they will be in our hearts forever.
Katie & Bryan Underdown
September 10, 2006
No words can express the sadness and loss felt by those who knew and loved Wendy. She will be remembered and loved always for her laughter, love, warmth and kindness of spirit. Her memory will never leave our hearts. Our thoughts and love are with Reda, Amanda and all of Wendy's family and friends at this time. We shall miss seeing 'fuzzy things' on the road with you Wendy.
Bryan and Katie Underdown
September 10, 2006
No words can express the sadness and loss of such a dear friend. Wendy will be loved and remembered forever by those who knew her. Her laughter shall continue in our hearts. Our thoughts, love and prayers are with Reda, Amanda and all of the family.
Kristine Kainer
September 10, 2006
My dearest Wendy,
Calling Reda the other night to "check on you" gave me one of the most chilling responses I've ever encountered. I knew death was imminent, but I was completely unprepared to say "goodbye" to such a vivacious, kind person.
Please know how much you meant to me as a co-teacher and, ultimately, friend. You made the classroom a more lively place when we planned and taught together. (I still think you were meant to be a math teacher...) You also were a great listener and a fabulous role model for young and old alike.
Little Tori still talks about picking up the flower petals in the church after you married Reda. She felt so important with this special job. In fact, we still have them! Thank you for making a young child feel so important. It has had lasting effects.
That's just it, Wendy. You always made everyone--students, young children, adults--feel important. You will be sorely missed by all.
Reda, please know that Wendy "practically" idolized you (though, she'd probably argue that--she never placed anyone on a pedestal!) Wendy had a biting sense of practicality to her that sometimes prevented others from seeing her "soft side." It was there though!!!!!! You (and Amanda) were "up there" over all others. Through thick and thin, she loved you both dearly and never hesitated to express it long-distance.
Reda, you gave Wendy an immense sense of happiness, contentment, and fulfillment. You made her last years in life incredibly special. What more could any person ever want? She enjoyed being with the love of her life in a totally supportive, committed, loving role, despite some traumatic obstacles that were thrown your way--TOO EARLY. I can't even begin to thank you, Reda, for giving her all she deserved. Please know how special you became to me because of the light you lit in Wendy.
I regret not having seen you both since we moved to Texas three years ago; however, I will never regret how Wendy and I created a new kind of long-distance bond during that time. She inspired me during her battle with cancer, motivated me (and some new Texas friends) to think about (and seek) testing, and helped me truly appreciate the "daily grind." She learned to appreciate the specialness of every incident, positive or negative, and passed on those thoughts to others. Reda, Wendy helped me learn lessons that, over the years (God willing) I will remember, cherish, and respect.
Much love to you, Reda, and please know that my love for Wendy is undying.
Kristine (John and Tori)
Julie Matthews
September 10, 2006
Wendy, There are no words to express how deeply you will be missed by your friends overseas.
Meeting you was one of the best things I have done in my life, you made it richer and fuller.
Till I see you again on the other side, all love, Julie
Jonathan Cooper
September 10, 2006
I only knew you for such a very short time, but you left a lasting impression upon me. You were kind, caring and full of life. And such a wonderful person. I will miss you and never forget you. I wish to send my deepest sympathy to all her friends and family, and especially to Reda, who gave her the love and happiness she so deserved in this life.
Karyn Johnson
September 10, 2006
Reda,
Please accept my deepest sympathy and ongoing prayers. May God bless and watch over you always.
Bill Hassinger
September 10, 2006
I know our Mothers have kept in touch, but we have not. I'm saddened to hear of your passing. I remember you so fondly from Marching Band in High School and was glad to hear that you achieved so many wonderful accomplishments in life. You will be missed and revered as a Champion. Here's wishing strength to those close to you in this time and let them be strong.
Susan Reese
September 10, 2006
There are no words to express my sadness today. You have been my best friend for more than 20 years. I love you and miss you terribly. My condolences to Reda, Amanda, and all of your family. You are all in my prayers.
Chrissy Swisher
September 10, 2006
I've know Wendy for about 11 years she was a amazing person she was my best friend. You could always count on Wendy she would never let you down, She had a wonderful
sense of humor and could make anybody laugh.
You'll always be are Wonder Wendy
Love ya
The Staff of Kalas Funeral Homes
September 10, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
TAMMY KEHLER
September 9, 2006
TO A REALLY FRIEND I HAVE OVER THE LAST 20 YEARS I WILL NEVER FORGET THE GOOD TIMES WE HAVE IN OUR YOUNGER YEARS. WE LOST CONTACT OF EACH OTHER. OVER THE 5 YEARS. I WILL MISS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MY HEART. MY SYMPATHYGO OUT TO YOU AMANDA AND WENDYS HUBSAND I AM SO SORRY..........
Connie Troup
September 9, 2006
We lost touch with each other years ago. Hearing of your death saddens me and reminds me of some of the best times. You have entered my thoughts many times over the years and it always put a smile on my face. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless.
theresa snyder
September 9, 2006
My sister for 20 years "through sick and sin" you will be so missed. I can't believe you are gone. You take with you a part of me and leave behind a part of you forever in my heart. I love you Lady Gwendolyn. My consolences to Reda, Amanda, and all her family members. You will all be in my prayers.
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