The Obituary Section

Sharon Phillips

Washington, DC

January 19, 2026

Sharon Theresa Phillips born March 7 1949 in New York City died January 20 2026. She was the daughter of William Joseph Phillips Sr. and Pansy Poindexter Phillips. She earned her Doctor of Pharmacy degree from Howard University School of Pharmacy in 1974 and devoted nearly four decades of service to the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health retiring in October 2024 as Lead Pharmacist. She also worked as a pharmacist with CVS. Guided by her Catholic faith Sharon lived a life of service generosity and care for the dignity of others. She was known for warmth intellect and kindness. She is survived by her brother William J. Phillips Jr. and is lovingly remembered by many extended family members and dear friends whose lives she touched. In lieu of flowers donations can be made in Sharons name to the

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Diane Mohr

Washington, DC

December 25, 2025

Diane Louise Mohr was a devoted public servant librarian and longtime leader of the East Coast Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen Inc. Diane passed on December 26 2025. Diane is survived by her brother Dean B. Mohr Jr. other relatives and friends. Diane Louise Mohr was a devoted public servant librarian and longtime leader of the East Coast Chapter of Tuskegee Airmen Inc. Diane passed on December 26 2025. Diane is survived by her brother Dean B. Mohr Jr. other relatives and friends.

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Esther Rogers

Washington, DC

On Friday January 2 2026 Esther L. Rogers widely respected retired health care sales and marketing manager with her daughter Lauren and sisterinlaw Joanna by her side peacefully departed this life in home hospice in Silver Spring MD after a long illness. She now joins her beloved parents the late Webster A. and Louise G. Rogers and her beloved brothers Harold and Thomas. She is survived by loving daughter Lauren Louise Manning of Washington DC and devoted brother Webster Alexander Rogers Jr. Joanna Roberts Rogers of Silver Spring MD. In addition to her parents Ms. Rogers was preceded in death by cherished brothers Harold Julian Rogers and Thomas Michael Rogers aunt Elizabeth Gary Coates uncle Harold Junius Gary sisterinlaw Ann Lawrence Rogers Webster A. Jr. and nephew Benjamin G. Rogers Joanna. She is also survived by cousins Angela Ivey and Cheryll Gary Martin VA nieces JoAnne Elizabeth Catherine Louise nephews…

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M.D. Angella Ferguson

Washington, DC

Angella Dorothea Ferguson was born in Washington D.C. on February 15 1925 the fifth of six children born to the late Mary Burden Pettiford Ferguson and George Alonzo Ferguson Sr. She received her primary and secondary education in the District of Columbia Public School System and was a graduate of Cardozo Senior High School in 1942. A highly motivated student she excelled in her studies and was very active in various organizations at Cardozo High School including the National Honor Society Honor Roll Club Radio Workshop and Orchestra. She also participated as Gym Captain Cheerleader and Health Representative. Dr. Ferguson received her Bachelor of Science degree from Howard University in 1945 and her Doctor of Medicine degree from Howard University College of Medicine in 1949. After completing her internship at Freedmens Hospital in Washington D.C. she pursued additional training in pediatrics at Freedmens Hospital and at Cornell UniversityNew York Hospital…

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Henrietta Wright Drummond

Washington, DC

Steadfast, faithful, and unwavering describe the life of Henrietta Wright Drummond. She was a living testimony of endurance, compassion, and victorious faith. Born in Spartanburg, South Carolina, on November 17, 1940, to the late Heron and Veola Wright she was the eldest of three girls. She learned early in life the Importance of service to God and man.In the early morning hours of Tuesday February 3, 2026, after having fought the good fight of faith, she finished her course. She peacefully fell asleep in the Lord to await His imminent return. Henrietta was a faith-filled, Spirit led woman who loved the Lord and lived her life in service to others. A devoted Christian, she embodied perseverance, compassion, andunwavering trust in God. She never gave up, was always there for those in need, and walked her life’s journey with quiet strength and grace. She was a cherished mother, sister, aunt, cousin,…

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