Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Suburban Funeral Home - Charleston

2336 Meeting St.

Charleston, South Carolina

Thelma Washington Obituary

She wore compassion like a uniform, not stitched in fabric, but woven in faith. A registered nurse by calling and by heart, she healed with her hands and comforted with her presence. Her footsteps echoed through long nights and tired halls, yet she never complained, because service was her joy. She whispered hope where pain tried to speak louder, and carried light into rooms shadowed by fear.
On Sunday December 21, 2025; God in His infinite wisdom, called His daughter, Thelma Washington, 87, of Ladson, South Carolina formally from Awendaw, SC from labor to reward.
Celebration of life Service for Sis. Washington will be on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11 AM, Mt. Nebo AME church.
There will be viewing on Friday December 26, 2025 from 5-7 PM at Suburban Funeral Home Chapel.
Interment in the church cemetery.
The most precious memories of Sis. Thelma Washington will resound in the life of her beloved children; Bruce Washington Sr., Shirlene (Joseph) Washington-Mack, and Denise Yvoone Washington. A special person like a daughter; Sylvia Facine. Eleven grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, siblings; Herbert Whiteside and Albertha (Edward) Goodwine, sisters in law; Margaret Tention, and Elizabeth Whiteside. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
On behalf of this bereaved family, we humbly solicit all prayers of consolation and comfort as they transition through this difficult time.
Celebration of life Service
Saturday, December 27, 2025
11:00 AM
Mt. Nebo AMEC
5600 Hwy 17 N
Awendaw,SC
29429
Viewing
Friday, December 26, 2025
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Suburban Funeral Home Chapel
2336 Meeting Street Road
North Charleston,SC
29405

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Berkeley Independent on Jan. 27, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Thelma Washington

Not sure what to say?





Make a Donation
in Thelma Washington's name

Memorial Events
for Thelma Washington

Dec

27

Viewing

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Suburban Funeral Home

2336 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29405

Dec

27

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Mt. Nebo AMEC

5600 Hwy 17, N Awendaw, SC 29429

Funeral services provided by:

Suburban Funeral Home - Charleston

2336 Meeting St., Charleston, SC 29405

How to support Thelma's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Thelma Washington's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more