Douglas Keith Washington Obituary in Fairfax at M.F. Riley's Funeral Home

Obituary For Douglas Keith Washington

“OLD SOLDIERS NEVER DIE, THEY JUST FADE AWAY”

Douglas Keith Washington was born September 25, 1957, in Allendale County, South Carolina to the late Ellie Washington and the late Myrtle Rebecca Wright.

At an early age, he joined Hodges Chapel and accepted Christ as his Savior.

“DK” as he was affectionately called was educated in the public schools of Allendale County. He made sure his time was well spent in his home, church, community, and abroad. In 1974, Douglas enlisted in the U.S. Army serving in Vietnam. He served faithfully until he was Honorable Discharge, in 1999. Later in life, he became employed with South Carolina Department of Corrections (Allendale) earning the rank as Captain.

Douglas was united in holy matrimony to the love of his life, Celeste Washington on October 7, 2017.

Anyone who knew Douglas knew he was full of love, and laughter. His sense of humor could brighten anyone's day.

As he enters his new life, he will be greeted with love from his parents, (3) Sisters, and (4) Brothers.

On Wednesday, October 18, 2023, Douglas quietly moved into his last great adventure.

Mourning his loss, yet rejoicing in his life's legacy are: his loving and devoted wife Celeste Washington of the home.; (1) Daughter: Rebecca Washington, Barnwell, SC; (3) Sons: Douglas (Shureen) Ransom, Atlanta, GA, Kyle Washington, Catawba, NC , and Edward (Frances) Washington, Fort Johnson, LA; (1) Brother: Raymond (Michelle) Washington, Trenton, NJ; (1) Loving and devoted niece: Jeanette Mitchell, Fairfax, SC; (2) Brother-In-Law: Darryl (Monique) Brown, Mount Pleasant, SC, Samuel (Shannon) Brown, Jackson, MS; (1) Sister-In-law: Martha (Trenton) Brown, Garner, NC; (3) Step-children. A host of loving nieces, nephews, cousins and devoted friends.

“A SERVICE ABOVE SELF”

Please remember to keep the Washington family lifted in prayer.

You may email condolences to: mfrileysfuneralhome@yahoo.com

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With the passing of DK, I lost a dear friend, a loyal SCDC colleague, a fellow soldier, one of very few people I would trust with my life, and I lost someone I cared about dearly. Thank you for all the memories, DK. Sing your sweet music to the Angels! I will see you again my friend! To the family, I send my condolences. John R. Pate

We offer our deepest sympathy, love and prayers to the family of Bro. Douglas Keith Washington.
May the peace of God comfort and be present with each of you, as you accept the will of Almighty God.
Rebecca, we're here for you.

My condolences to the Washington Family. DK was my Captain on A1 Shift , he was full of joy and fun. This one man I can say ,he truly loved his job even on a bad day. RIP Christine Moore

My prayers and condolences to the Washington Family may he rest in peace

My condolences to the family. ..Ryan Patterson and family

My condolences goes out to the Washington Family, very sincere person, will be missed, rest well DK
!!!The Allen Family

My deepest condolences to the entire Washington family. Kyle, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you! Your Ransom Family!❤️🙏🏽❤️

My condolences to the family of Douglas Washington he is a true legend of his kind words. He will be greatly missed from this earth. He has his wings in heaven now. Sleep on and take your rest.🙏🙏🙏.

My condolence to the Washington family DK was my captain at ACI very nice person full of fun and laughter rest in peace my friend.

To the Washington family our deepest of sympathy to u as we remember when Doug came to Jersey to visit and we found out he was a traveling man /G\ as we shared a few stories of our traveling journey so RIP my brother SMIB. From the Gamble family and the Brothers of Freestone District Grand Lodge Newark NJ. 🎩🎩🎩

My deepest condolences to the Washington family. Mr.Washington was my Captain when I was employed at ACI and he was a good Captain . Continue to sleep in Jesus !!! Bishop Lionel Sapp

My condolences to the family. Douglas and I was best of friends from the time I moved to Fairfax until the time of his transition. I'm truly going to miss this brother he was real. Shalom Apostle Michael H. Smalls & Smalls family.

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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