Robert Harris (Robert Harris)

Robert (Bob) Harris (nickname: "Flash") was the class photographer (1956). He graduated from Antioch College and became a Social studies teacher and guidance counselor at Brooklyn Technical High School in New York City. Bob attended his 50th class reunion in 2006.  

Parney T. Jenkins, Sr., class of '71

Rocco "Rocky" Simmons, class of '70

Rocco "Rocky" Simmons, Class of 1970,  the beloved son of Thomas
and Gloria Simmons passed suddenly on Thursday, January 12,
2012.  He lives to mourn his cherished memory, brother's Terry
Simmons,(’66), Frank Simmons,(’75) and a sister Cheryl Simmons-Harris, (’68). We was pre-deceased by his sister Darlene Simmons-Sullivan, (’71)

John Mallard, class of 1974

Joseph 'Woodson' Smith, class of '65

Joseph Smith, Jr., was born on August 06, 1946 in Washington, DC to the late Joseph and Lille Smith. He was the first child in a family of two, sister Judy Davis (’68).
Joseph attended schools in Washington, DC and in 1965 graduated from Calvin Coolidge. Joseph excelled in sports such as basketball, football and track while in middle and high schools. He was a life time member of Calvin Coolidge Alumni Association.

Vita Wicks (Wicks)

In Loving Memory of Vita Wicks

We are disheartened to announce the passing of our mother, Vita Wicks. A loving mother of 2, a doting grandmother of 3, an additional mother figure to a son-in-law, a sister and listening ear to many cousins, friends and colleagues. Anyone who has ever come in contact with Vita has been warmly affected by her relaxing countenance, deep wisdom, cheeky humor and willingness to share a burden.

It was well known that she had been fighting through a handful of ailments over the past decade- with grace and resilience. Unfortunately, the past few years, she had to fight some of her toughest battles. Vita suffered a mini heart attack in A...

Steven Diggs

Rest in pease, my friend and fellow Colt
Arrangements are being made. I will update as soon as they are completed.

Ronald Chase, class of '69

Ronald passed quietly November 8, 2011.  Preceded in death by  Twin brother Reginald Chase (class of 69). Brother of classmates Roland ('67), Charlie (' 68), John, and sisters Barbara and Shirle.

Homegoing services were held this past week November 15, well attended by family, life friends, and  Coolidge Alumni.

William " Billy " Richardson, class of '72

Billy leaves behind -
One brother Clyde "Skeeter" Richardson '76
Two daughters - Tannikka &Tanea and one grandson Darryl Jr.
 
Send cards, letters, condolences and flowers to:
Brenda Fuller Richardson-Burnett
3307 Collier Road
Hyattsville, Maryland 20783
brendabrich@aol.com

Margo McSwain, class of '73 (Williams)

On Tuesday, November 29, 2011 at Holy Cross Hospital. Beloved daughter of Atty. Larry C. and Theresa Viagas Williams; mother of Alexander and Christopher McSwain and the late James McSwain; sister of Lauren, Larry Jr., Edward, John and Joseph Williams. Also survived by other relatives and friends. Visitation Friday night December 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Nativity Catholic Church, 13th and Peabody Streets NW where Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, December 3 at 11 a.m. Father George Hanna, Pastor. Interment Fort Lincoln Cemetery

Walter (Wally) Robinson, class of '69

On Tuesday, November 9, 2010, Walter B. Robinson Sr. of Ft. Washington, MD; loving husband of Delores A. Robinson, devoted father of Deidra (Ahmed) Hunter, Dionne (Kevin) Williamson and Walter B. Robinson Jr. Also survived by his mother, Barbara E. Brent; four grandsons, six sisters, many other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 16, 2010 10 to 11 a.m. at From the Heart Church Ministries, 4949 Allentown Road, Suitland, MD. Funeral service follows at 11 a.m. Interment Heritage Memorial Cemetery.

Carl Tillman, class of '67

Please be advised of the passing of our classmate, Carl Tillman, on Saturday, December 18, 2010.   To be "absent from the body" is to be "present with the Lord" (2 Cor. 5:8).  We believe and abide in the peace of knowing and trusting in God's assurance that... Death is not so much an exit out of this life as it is an entry into the Lord's presence in a very personal sense.

Diane Hymons, class of '68 (Williams)

DIANE M. WILLIAMS-HYMONS  

Roland Swingon, class of '73

Roland H. Swingon, a native of Washington, DC, was received of our Lord on February 16, 2010. The beloved son of Roland H. Swingon, Sr. and Elois O. Minor (deceased), he is survived by his dear children, Roland H. Swingon, III, Kamilah T. Swingon, and his grandson Aaidan C. Swingon. Other loving survivors are his former wife, Theodora Proctor; grandmother, Marion B. Gadson; brother, Harold B. Minor; sisters, Carolyn Swingon, Debra-Swingon Stokes and Elois Kelly. In addition, love for Roland extends to his surviving aunts, Inez Jackson, Raynell Wall and Denise Inez Gadson; his uncles, Ralph and Reginald Brown; and a host of his cousins; Pamela Johnson and Michael Houston; his wonderful Minor...

John Taylor Williams, class of '75

John Taylor Williams Was born August 31, 1957 in Washington, to Russell and Cherry Williams, affectionally called “Skunk” by his parent, he could do untold damage and be gone in a flash.

At Lamond playground, Johnny honed his basketball skills well enough to play for Calvin Coolidge High School and was good enough to earn several college scholarships. He eventually enrolled in Hampton University, from which he graduated in 1981 with a Bachelor of Science degree.

Preceded in death by his parents, John leaves to cherish his memory: three sisters, Deborah W. Hairston (Rodney), Sheila V. Williams, and Brenda W. Gibson, a brother, Russell (Roselyn), two aunts, nephews,...

Willie W. Stark, Jr., class of '65

We are saddened to inform you of the recent passing of Willie W. Stark, Jr., class of 1965.  Willie passed at his residence on Sunday, March 13. Beloved son of Amaza Stark and the late Willie W. Stark, Sr.; husband of classmate Gail (Jackson) Stark (’66); loving brother of classmate Charlene (Benjamin) Holmes (’66); dear father of Brian and Stacey. Also survived by two grandchildren; a niece and a nephew. A gathering of family and friends was held on Tuesday, March 22, 10 a.m. with memorial service at 11 a.m. at FORT LINCOLN FUNERAL HOME, 3401 Bladensburg Rd., Brentwood, MD.

Thomas Dimmins III, class of '66

On Sunday, May 23, 2010 at Washington Adventist Hospital. Beloved father of Thomas H. Dimmins, IV (Wanda) and Anthony D. Dimmins; grandfather of Ahmani T. Dimmins and Reginald Dimmins; brother of Brenda Tolbert, Deborah Dimmins, Reginald Johnson, Ramsey Dimmins, Eleanor Nicholson, Fay Leonard, Katrina Parrott and Antoinette Montgomery. Also survived by a cousin, Roman Holton; former spouse, Karen Stroman and a host of other relatives and friends. Family will receive friends on Friday, May 28, 2010 from 10 a.m. until time of service 11 a.m. at Nineteenth Street Baptist Church, 4606 16th Street, N.W. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. Arrangements by McGuire.

Sandra Cook (Price)

Sandra Cook (Price) was born on February 10, 1957 in Washington. DC to Earl and Georgia Ann Price. She was one of ten children born to this union. Sandra was a blessed child and had an opportunity to live with her Aunt Ethel and Uncle Levi for a time in her life. Sandra also spent time in her life with Carrie Lee and Nealey who were great parents to her.

Sandra leaves to cherish her memories: Her husband, Elder Nathaniel Cook, her sisters and brothers; Donnell Mersier, Melvis Christian, Earl Price Jr, Michael Price, (deceased) Ethel Price-Clark, Donald Price, Wyatt Earp Price, Isiah Price and Jacqueline Wood. Her stepchildren: Douglass Cook, Metilda Cook and Nathaniel Cook J...

Norman 'Rickey' Brooks

Norman  was born on December 29, 1955 in Leesburg, Virginia to Norman K. Brooks, Sr. and Evelyn Berry Brooks. He graduated from Calvin Coolidge High School in Washington, D.C. in 1974. He later married his high school sweetheart, Candace D. Jackson, on October 20, 1979

He accepted Christ as his savior and his favorite Bible verse was Psalm 51. He is survived by his parents, Norman, Sr. and Evelyn, Brooks; his wife Candace; his six children Danita Brooks, Norman K. Brooks III (Candice), Angela Tilghman, LaTonya Tilghman, Christina Brooks, Danielle Brooks; two grandchildren, Autumn Cowsert and , Kaili Pines; two godchildren Daisha Forbes and Lieutenant Harris; two brothers Mau...

CAPRI BUDD (WYCHE)

Brenda, Capri (Wyche) Budd passed away on October 20th. She was a member of the class of 71. Her funeral arrangements are as follows.
October 27th at The first Baptist Church 712 Randolph st. N.W.
Viewing is at 10:00am and the services are at 11:00am

Monique Childs

Monique is the daughter of Mae Francis Sims Childs and the late Robert R. Childs, Jr.; sister of Marlena A. Childs, Myra N. Childs and step-brother, Robert J. Dyson. She also leaves one niece, Makaia A. Childs and one nephew, Aric H. Childs. During her career, she was employed at the following organizations, NIH, CIA, Borders Books and American University. Memorial contributions may be made to Washington Hospital Center Breast Health Center.

Memorial services at Promise Land Church, 401 Van Buren St., N.W., Washington, DC 20012 Saturday, July 23 at 11 a.m.

Brenda Scott, class of '72

On Sunday, June 24, 2012. She is survived by her daughter Brandi; one brother; four sisters; a devoted aunt Yvonne; and a host of other relatives and friends. Viewing 10 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11 a.m. on Monday, July 2, at Norbeck Community Church, 2631 Norbeck Rd., Silver Spring, MD. Services by HORTON FUNERAL HOME.

Nadine Ellis, class of '66 (Goodwin)

We are saddened to inform you of the recent passing of  Mrs. Norma Nadine Goodwin-Ellis, class of 1966. Nadine died early Wednesday, June 13, 2012 from the complications of breast cancer, a disease she fought off for over 15 years. Nadine was the former wife of classmate Dr. Rodney Ellis, class of '66. She is survived by her two children, Malik O. Ellis, and Rashida Ellis Winslow, both of Bowie, MD, 4 grandchildren, her brother Richard Goodwin and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Diane Williams-Bey, class of 1972 (Brown)

Freda Barron, class of '72

We are saddened to inform you of the recent passing of  Freda Barron, class of 1972. The Funeral will be held Friday January 11, 2013 at Stewart Funeral Home, 4001 Benning Road NE. Viewing will be from 3:00pm - 4:00pm, with the service starting at 4:00pm.  The Coolidge Alumni community extends our most heart-felt sympathy and prayers to the Barron family.   

Leroy Fleming, class of 1967

Ellis Jackson, class of 1987

2014-01-10

We are saddened to inform you of the recent passing of  Ellis Jackson, class of 1987. Ellis peacefully passed away on Friday, January 10, 2014. He is survived by his wife Janeris, a son, Ellis, a sister, Myaa Jackson, class of '88 and a host of additional family and friends. The Coolidge Alumni community extends our most heart-felt sympathy and prayers to the  family.

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George Davis (Georgie)

Home Going Service for:



George “Georgie” Davis

Place:  Berean Baptist Church     924 Madison St N.W.     Washington, DC 20011   

Date: Saturday, January 10th 2015       

Viewing:     10:00 – 11:00am    

Service:      11:00- 12:30pm      

Repast Immediately Following Service

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Janice Petty (Willis)

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Aletha Williams-Moore, class of 1966

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