Katherine Toms Washington

Obituary For Katherine Toms Washington

God in his infinite wisdom call to rest Ms. Katherine Toms Washington on Christmas Day, December 25, 2020. Ms. Katherine was born on July 15, 1926 to the late Hobart and Minnie Davis Tom. She was preceded in death by five brothers: Napoleon Toms, Lemuel Toms, Curtis Toms Sr., Elijah Toms, Hobart Toms, Jr. and five sisters: Annie Lee Davis, Bertha Toms, Mary Toms, Ruth Toms Parker, Elizabeth Toms McKinney. Katherine was married to the late Sam Washington and to their union three sons were born. Katherine was a loving and devout mother; her sons brought her so much love and joy. Katherine enjoyed celebrating holidays, especially her birthday. She loved country ham and pound cake. Katherine always had a candy bowl of orange slices on her dining room table. At the age of 94, Katherine was the oldest member of New Vernon Baptist Church. She attended regularly until her health declined and was placed in FairHaven Home in Bostic, NC. Katherine loved her church and looked forward to receiving communion at FairHaven from the minister and deacons. She also enjoyed the visits from the women missionary circle and other church members. Katherine leaves to cherish her loving memory, three sons: Arnold Washington of Forest City, NC; James Washington (Marvette) of Woodberry, MN; and Albert Washington (Ann) of Morganton, NC; one sister, Dolly Hunter of Charlotte, NC; and a host of grandchildren, great grandchild, great-great grandchild, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Tuesday, December 29, 2020 2:00 PM New Vernon Baptist Church Cemetery

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