Shizuko "Suzie" Washington

November 25, 1929 - July 29, 2020

Shizuko N. Washington, lovingly known as “Suzie”, of Newport News, passed away July 29, 2020, at the age of 90.

She was preceded in death by her husband, William T. Washington; her mother and father, Ko and Masaji Nakajima; and her brothers, Kaji and Shoichi.

Suzie worked as a seamstress for many years, while also being a devoted wife and mother.

She leaves to cherish her memories, her sons: Charles E. Washington and his wife, Mattie I. Washington, Ray Cotman, and his wife, Renee Cotman; her daughters: Sharon P. Phillips and her husband, Ricky L. Phillips, L. Carolyn Washington-Alston and her husband, Benjamin A. Alston; her grandchildren: Quincy Phillips, Lyea Phillips, Maurice Washington, Charles Washington II, Andre Cotman, Sharay Cotman, Ryan Cotman, Tori Alston, Miles Alston; great-grandchildren: Asia, Jasmine, Ava, Caiden, Ariana, Solana; sister-in-law: Nan Jones; and a host of nieces, nephews and friends.

A visitation of family and friends will be held on Tuesday, August 4 at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Denbigh Chapel, 12893 Jefferson Ave., Newport News, at 2:00 PM, followed by a service at 3:00PM.

Suzie will be laid to rest by her husband at Little Elam Baptist Church Cemetery in Charles City, VA, at a private family ceremony at a later date.

Altmeyer Funeral Home-Denbigh Chapel, is assisting with arrangements.

Topic: Shizuko Washington Memorial Service
Time: Aug 4, 2020 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Visitation Information

Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home – Denbigh Chapel

12893 Jefferson Avenue

Newport News, VA 23608

(757) 874-4200 | Map

Service Information

Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2020

Time: 3:00 pm

Location:

Altmeyer Funeral Home – Denbigh Chapel

12893 Jefferson Avenue

Newport News, VA 23608

(757) 874-4200 | Map

A reception will follow at Altmeyer Funeral Home-Denbigh Chapel

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Cynthia Player-Chappell posted on 8/7/20

My condolences to the Washington Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was a wonderful person. I pray that God will bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead. God Bless

Venise Marrow posted on 8/5/20

We were so heartbroken to hear of your mother's passing. Please know that we are thinking of you as you lay your mom to rest. God bless, Victor & Venise Marrow

Lori Hinds posted on 8/4/20

Sharon and Ricky, you have my deepest condolences for the loss of your beautiful mother. I pray that God will Comfort you and your family and Grant you each His Perfect Peace.

Wanda Woodson, Michael Barnes, Richard Barnes and Shawn Barnes posted on 8/4/20

The Barnes family sends prayers of comfort as you celebrate the life of your mother.

Wanda Woodson, Michael Barnes, Richard Barnes and Shawn Barnes posted on 8/4/20

The children of the late Bertha Barnes send our prayers of comfort to each of you. God bless

Susie Ross posted on 8/4/20

My deepest condolences .

Nicole & Neil Venable posted on 8/4/20

We were very saddened to hear about this loss. Most of our childhood memories include your Mom and your family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. We love our Alan Drive family.

Janice O. Beveridge posted on 8/4/20

My dear Carolyn - No words are adequate in times like these. Mrs. Washington was always so welcoming and kind to the girl from a small town "65 miles NW of Atlanta." Know that my love and prayers are with you and your family.

Robert Haywood posted on 8/4/20

On behalf of the Haywood family we offer our deepest sympathy. There is no words that can heal the pain of the lost in which you all have suffered, but there is a God who comforts. Our prayer is that God will comfort and strengthen the family in this time of your bereavement.

Walter & Denise Moody posted on 8/3/20

To Charles Washington you have our deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Remember "Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal."

Roger Raynor posted on 8/3/20

Mr. Charles Washington and Family, I pray that the peace of God will rest upon you as you remember your mother. God is your ever present Help. In prayer, Roger Raynor

Yvonne Waller, Jamil Waller and Javon Uzzell posted on 8/3/20

To the Washington Family My condolences to you and your family, I’m just a telephone call away love each and everyone 757-332-4899.

Rodney Dixon posted on 8/3/20

Good afternoon Sharon and Ricky P. My deepest condolences go out to u and ur family at this difficult time. God bless u and keep u all. Sincerely Rodney...

Wanda and Andrew Brown posted on 8/3/20

Our Condolences to the family,you are in our prayers.

Angela Duncan Veney posted on 8/3/20

Mrs. Washington I will always remember the sushi you use to cook or Sharon and I after an evening out. I will always remember your beautiful smile and your very kind gestures. I will never forget that you let me wear one of your dresses from Japan one Christmas and it fit, and I loved it! I've always loved you and I will miss your presence greatly. Rest in paradise love, Angie

Denise Hairston posted on 7/31/20

Sharon, Ben and I have you and your family in our hearts and prayers.. we are so sorry for your loss. God Bless Ben & Denise Hairston

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