George Washington

On Tuesday, February 12, 2019 at 10:54 a.m. George Washington surrendered this life and entered into eternal life with his savior Jesus Christ. He was the son of the late Steven Washington and Leatha Mae Highsmith Washington. George was born in Wilmington, North Carolina on February 22, 1926. The family lived on South 9^th Street. From this union George was one of 8 children. Six predeceased him, Margaret Washington Jackson; Bobbie Jean Washington; Letha Mae Washington Brown; Marie Antoinette Washington White; Step-brothers Alfred and Steven Washington. George is survived by his brother, Henry Washington of Omaha, NE. The family worshiped together at Mount Olive AME Church, Wilmington North Carolina where George accepted Jesus as his savior at an early age.

George was educated in the New Hanover Public School System, attending Gregory Elementary and Williston High School.

It was George’s dream to enter the U.S. Navy like one of his cousins. He did this with pride, serving in many exotic locations.

In 1949, George married the beautiful Alberta Swain. She was a teacher in the Norfolk School System. She was lovingly called “Bert” by those who loved her.  They resided on Wynn Street in Portsmouth, VA for many years. This union ended in 1999 with Bert’s death. No children were born to the couple but, coming from a big family many nieces, nephews and cousins were welcomed into their hearts and home.

George served his country with pride for 33 years, ending his career as a Boats mate Chief Petty Officer in the U.S Navy. He honored his country with 40 years membership in the Fleet Reserve Association. An organization of retired Navy, Marine, and Coast Guard.  He was active in the community and loved meeting with the Camelot Senior Citizens Club, the Camelot Civic League, and the Tidewater Area Council.

He loved to travel. He loved to dance. He loved to eat. And he loved his family!

He leaves to honor his memory one brother, Henry Washington of Omaha NE; one nephew Fred Washington of Omaha NE, one aunt; Mrs. Ernestine Highsmith of Wilson, NC,  Six sisters-in law; Mrs. Lee Powell of Norfolk VA, and her husband General C.; Mrs. Gloria Jefferson of Boston, MASS; Velma Goodman; Joyce Stanley; Teresa Boldman; and Lauree Cherry; A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, comrades and friends. Last but not least Mr. Arthur Manly, his best friend and brother for all eternity.

Viewing will be held on Thursday, February 21, 2019, from 12 noon to 8 pm, and the family will receive friends from 6 pm to 8 pm at the funeral home.  The funeral service will be held on Friday, February 22, 2019, 12 noon at Corprew Funeral Home Chapel, 1822 Portsmouth Blvd., Portsmouth, VA  23704.  Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, 1101 Campostella Rd., Chesapeake, VA  23320.