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Mattie Washington Obituary

WASHINGTON, Mattie Mrs. Mattie Lou Scott Washington "Lean", 89, of 4179 Davidson Road, Ravenel, SC, entered into eternal rest Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Roper Hospital. She is the wife of the late Mr. Ernest Washington, Sr.; beloved mother of Richard Scott, Annie Brown, Mary Lawrence, Corrine Ancrum (Samuel), Ernest Washington, Jr. (Rose), the late George Washington (Fredricka), Allen Washington, Rebecca Washington, Vera Washington, Mattie J. Washington, Mikell Washington (Gardenia) and Margie Murray; grandmother of 31 grands, 18 great grands and 2 great great grands; sister of Bedell Broughton and Lillie Mae Holmes. Condolences to the family may be sent to www.dorothyshff.com. Funeral arragnements will be announced by DOROTHY'S HOME FOR FUNERALS (843) 722-0268. Please visit our guestbook at www.charleston.net/deaths.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 16, 2007.

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Kay Eichholz

March 22, 2007

Rebecca and Mattie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all and your family. May God bless you and your family.
Deepest Sympathy.

Ernell Riley

March 21, 2007

Annie Lee and Family I am Sorry to hear about your loss, but believe family is there when you need them the most, and we are here for you guys, anytime you need us.

Laura Maxwell

March 20, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time.

Kendra McMahon

March 20, 2007

Mattie and Rebecca,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family will be in my prayers. God Bless, Kendra

MARY W WASHINGTON

March 19, 2007

OUR LOSS ON EARTH IS HEAVENS GAIN.TRUST GOD TO NEVER LEAVE YOU NOR FORSAKE YOU EVEN AT SUCH A TIME LIKE THIS. GOD WAS OUR STRENGHT WHEN OUR MOTHER PASSED AND HE WILL DO THE SAME FOR YOU ALL.REMEMBER THAT "THE JOY OF THE LORD IS YOUR STRENGHT." BE BLESSED ALWAYS. MARY WELCOME WASHINGTON AND FAMILY

March 19, 2007

May the Lord keep watch, and the Holy Spirit that dwells and is alive in the lives of all your family and friends bring you all comfort as they embrace you with love and support in one way or another during this time.
Much Love To The Family Of Mrs Lean.

PAMELA DUTCHER

March 19, 2007

Mattie: My prayers and thoughts are with you during your time of loss. May God bless you and your family.

Sarah Jacobs

March 19, 2007

My condolence to the Washington family. Cherish the memories. God will give you peace.

Marilyn Williams

March 19, 2007

To the Washington Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and yours in this time of bereavement. As you reflect on your loss, always remember God never makes mistakes. We love them but God loves them more.

Love

Gladys Callahan

March 19, 2007

Rebecca & Mattie, my sincere sympathy in the loss of your mother. May God bless both of you.

Kelley Wall

March 19, 2007

Rebecca & Mattie,

We are all so very sorry for your tremendous loss. May God comfort you during this time.

Arleen Starks

March 19, 2007

To: Rebecca and Mattie and the Washington family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of bereavement. God bless you all.

Renee' Mitchell

March 18, 2007

Matthew, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of bereavement. May God continue to bless and keep you all covered in his grace.

Annabell Seabrook

March 18, 2007

To Brian and family, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.Sorry I will not be with you tommorrow.
Love and peace.
Annabell Seabrook

Marti Shortridge

March 18, 2007

Vera and family,
My condolences to you and your family. May God Bless you.

Rogestene & Cynthia Washington

March 17, 2007

Our sincere sympathy in the loss of your loved one. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.

Jerry & Jennifer McLellan

March 17, 2007

Mikell and family, We are thinking of you during this difficult time and sending our heartfelt sympathy and prayers. God Bless You.

Dr.Annabelle Hynson

March 17, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sheila Arnold

March 17, 2007

Mikell My thought and prayer goes out to you and your family at this time.

With My Deepest Sympathy

selina mckewen

March 17, 2007

Our prayers are with you and your family in your time of bereavement.

MARGARET FURGERSON

March 16, 2007

GOD BLESS YOU IN THE TIME OF YOUR LOSS.MAY YOU FINE PEACE AND COMFORT
IN THE KNOWLEDGE THAT YOUR LOVED ONE IS SAFE WITH GOD.

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

Elder Samuel Smith

March 16, 2007

To the Washington Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of bereavement. As you reflect on your loss, also thank the Lord for the life she lived and the wonderful things she taught.

From: Apostolic Mission Church
Bridgeport, Connecticut
Elder Samuel L. Smith - Pastor

Leslie & Mary Wade

March 16, 2007

Matthew (Chew), our hearts are filled with sadness for you and your family. Please remember that those that die in the Lord will be absent from the body, but present with the Lord. May God continue to give you the strength to endure at this season in your life.

Much Love

Dana Madden

March 16, 2007

Matthew, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Keisha Bailey & Maurice Dockery

March 16, 2007

Our condolences goes out to the family. Our prayers are with you all.

Jennie Lamb

March 16, 2007

I am praying for you and you family and hope that the gathering of friends and family will help you get through this difficult time.

Joyce Manuel

March 16, 2007

My condolence to The Washington's Family apart of My Family.Our "Golden Lady"(Mrs. Mattie Lean) her legacy will live on forever.Our Hearts are in Sorrow,Joy will come in the morning.Joyce Myers Manuel(with Love)

Roxcena Brown-Rozier

March 16, 2007

Vera, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May the memories bring you comfort.

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