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Content categorized as Obituaries & Memorials

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Obituary: George Siletti
Friends gathered on April 6 to celebrate the life of the late George Siletti, advocate for the homeless for many years. With the help of kind people he overcame his own three-decade battle with homelessness.

Obituary: Stacey McCormick
Stacey McCormick, a former resident of Open Arms Housing who died at 52, is remembered for her artistic talent and impact on others.

Obituary: Timothy Ray
Timothy Ray, who died at age 51 in December, was generous, hardworking and deeply committed to his faith and friends.

Obituary: Enzel Sudler
Street Sense honors the life of Enzel Sudler– a car enthusiast, comedian and beloved member of the homeless community who passed away in Oct. 2016.

Vendor Memorial: Kanell Washington
Street Sense remembers beloved artists and vendor Kanell Washington, also known as Kenneth Ward.

Obituary: Larry Avents
A memorial honoring Larry Avents, a D.C. man who had been experiencing homeless for 20 years. He passed away in August of 2016, and is remembered fondly by those who knew him.

Obituary: Weldon Moore
Weldon Moore, a man who lived on the streets for 15 years and could quote the Bible from memory passed away three weeks ago after losing a four-month battle with pancreatic cancer at age 55. Friends recounted Moore’s struggle and his dedication to Christianity at a memorial at Franklin Square park last Sunday.

Vendor Memorial: Sharron “Sunny” Chadwick
Sunny Chadwick passed away in the hospital on May 2, 2016. She was 59 years young. Services were arranged by her family.

Community Memorial: Cristopher Gross
Vendor/Artists Joe Jackson and Charles Davis share heartfelt words in memory of their close friend Cristopher Gross who passed away on the ground outside of Tenleytown Station in March.

Vendor Memorial: Phillip Howard
It is never easy saying goodbye to someone that we care about. The Street Sense staff would like to offer our sincerest condolences to the… Read more »

Vendor Memorial: Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson passed away on Wednesday, December 16. He was scheduled to go into surgery on his back, and the recovery did not go well…. Read more »

Vendor Memorial: Roberta Bear
Dear Bobby Bear, Farewell. I miss you so much. God has called you home. I can’t go back, only forward to make you and God…

Vendor Memorial: Muriel Dixon
Muriel, you surely will be missed by an array of people. Especially your friend Michael Jackson, whom you helped through the good and the bad…. Read more »

Marking Lives and Deaths of Homeless
Reporting on the annual memorial near Thomas Circle in memory of homeless individuals that have lost their lives.

Vendors Remember an Advocate
Street Sense volunteers and vendors offer their memories of the service and dedication of Mary Ann Luby.

Mourning a Passionate Advocate for the Homeless
A memorial for Mary Ann Luby, a passionate advocate for assisting those in need.

Celebrating 40 Years of Struggle
Reporting on the 20th anniversary of Mitch Snyder’s passing, as well as the 40th anniversary of the Community for Creative Non-Violence.

Homeless Vigil Honors the Fallen Homeless
An article about the December 2009 Homeless Memorial Day Vigil and a tribute to those lost.

In Memory: Renee Paige
A Memorial for Renee Paige, who resided near the CCNV shelter, and passed away on June 7, 2009.