Celebration of Life - The Church of the Blessed Trinity

Mother Maxcine Diamond

Sunrise October 5, 1933 - Sunset January 21, 2024
Let not your heart be troubled: ye believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father's house are many mansions: if it were not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. John 14:1-3

Celebration of Life - Friday, February 16, 2024
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Our Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Aunt and Sister Maxcine Irene Diamond completed her life and transitioned into her eternal rest with her Heavenly Father, January 21, 2024. Mother Diamond was loved and adored by innumerable people in her lifetime. Mother Diamond was born in Centreville, Va on October 5, 1933 to the parents of George Thorne and Mimie Harris Thorne. She leaves to cherish her love and good memories to her one living sister, Mother Sue V. Stewart. She was preceded in death by her three brothers, Carroll Thorne, Leon Thorne and James Thorne. She has one daughter, Janice Short and a grandson, Michael Brent who she raised as her son and Janetta Graves, Henry Graves (aka JR) in which she impacted a major role in raising, known to them as NaNa, four great grandchildren, Dajah, Jayda, Zoe and Elijah and a host of nieces and nephews and many friends.

Mother Diamond resided in Centreville, Va her whole entire life, she attended school at Jennie Dean in Manassas, Va. While attending there she learned the trade of Cosmetology. She continued her passion for hair well into her later years of her life making her classmates and church members look great. Laboring out of her home kitchen performing pressing and marcel curls, she was known to give you a press and curls that would last for weeks. Throughout her life she was employed by a prominent known family in Centreville, Va (The Jones) as a housekeeper for over 50 years, and they have a daughter whom she loved dearly, Mrs. Judy Jones.

At a very young age of twenty five, Mother Diamond gave her heart to the Lord and joined The Church of the Blessed Trinity in Centreville, Va. She was one of the original members when the church was organized in 1959. The honorable Bishop Floyd B. Brown is Pastor of the Church of the Blessed Trinity and his wife Mother Majorie Brown (who has preceded in death) were her closest friends. Bishop Brown has mentioned how hard she labored laying many bricks to build the church building. Mother Diamond was the first and only secretary of The Church of the Blessed Trinity for fifty years, she retired in 2013. All the minutes and business meetings were hand written, no typewriter or computer was ever used, her family would witness her staying up late nights to complete. She handled business at the church alongside one of her best friends Mother Helen Alexander (who preceded in death). In the early duration of attending church she married the Reverend Minor Diamond.

Eventually she became a Supervisor at Cavalier Incorporated at FairOaks, VA, she would offer jobs to her friends and family members, she didn’t play when it came to working. As supervisor she received many awards and recognitions for her hard work. Before retiring she earned a living as a Culinary Aid for Fairfax County Public School located at Bull Run Elementary School. Mother Diamond is well known for her hard work and feistiness when it comes to getting anything accomplished. Not only did she wear many hats in her life, she also owned and wore many hats. Our Mother was a sophisticated and dignified woman in the faith and Kingdom of God!

Mother Diamond's favorite Bible scriptures are: John 14: 1-3 “ Let not your heart be troubled: you believe in God, believe also in Me. In My Father’s house there are many mansions, if it were not so, I would have told you I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you , I will come again and receive you to myself: that where I am, there you may be also”.

Mother Diamond's favorite song was “This Old Building keeps on Leaning, I have to move to a better home”. Mom Rest in your Eternal Peace, and May the Lord watch between you and I while we are absent from one another”. Until we meet again!

Evangelist Ezora Brown

Sunrise September 23, 1954 - Sunset July 14, 2023

Celebration of Life - August 22, 2023
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Ezora Jeanette Brown was the second child born to Floyd Bernard Brown, Jr., and the late Marjorie Ann Brown, on September 23, 1954, in Washington, DC. She was affectionately known as Jeanette to some, Sissie to many others and Aunt Sissie to those who held a special place in her heart. After a short illness, Ezora was welcomed into the arms of the Lord to enter her eternal rest. She died peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023, surrounded by the love of her very close friends, Debbie Myles, Bonnie Addison, Renee Young Blake and her “Lil Bro”, Eric K. Brown, I. There were others who were in the waiting room standing by with their love and support as she made her transition.

As a child, Ezora was very quiet and came along with her brother, Floyd III who named her Sissie since he couldn’t say sister. Girl scouts, school, church, and family time were precious to her even during those days. She wouldn’t be part of the trouble, but she was a pro pointing it out when it happened, even when her & her brother won a dance contest without Mom knowing about it.

She attended Public Schools in Washington, D.C. until 1967 when her family moved to Gainesville, VA. There she graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in June 1972. Shortly thereafter, Ezora entered the workforce in October 1972. She started employment with the Federal Government at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), under the Department of Justice, and worked there for 42 years until her retirement in 2014. Ezora mastered her divisional secretary skills, working for over 4 different divisions in both Washington, DC and Quantico, VA. Ezora would highlight and brag about having met and worked for “the” J. Edgar Hoover and then for ten other Directors after him. She was a dedicated employee and received many honors and awards over the years and made life-long friendships with some of her co-workers.

Ezora was a faithful servant of God and a lifetime member of The Church of the Blessed Trinity (TCBT), serving under the leadership of her father, Bishop Floyd Brown, Jr. Ezora wore many hats over the years, and often wore them at the same time. She was an anointed Evangelist, who served as a Trustee, Church Secretary, Sunday School Secretary & Superintendent, Director of the Blessed Trinity Youth (BT Youth), Blessed Trinity Voices, and was the Administrative Assistant to the Music Ministry. She also served in the Usher Ministry and Media Ministry (which had her favorite seat). Outside of TCBT, she was the Advisor for the Joshua Generation Fellowship (JG) where she was honored and called “Jr Mutha.” Ezora was given an honorary membership by the Holiness Ministers’ Wives & Widows Council (HMWWC) of DC/VA/MD/WV. For over 20 years she accompanied her mother to her meetings, quietly and faithfully sitting behind the scenes. She even continued her support of the Council for a few years after the passing of her mother.

Ezora lived a full life with many activities in her past time. She loved singing and was a member of the National Convention of Gospel Choirs and Choruses for over 25 years, faithfully serving and supporting her local chapter, the Chesapeake Choral Union of MD. She looked forward to the annual conventions, attending classes, singing with the Mass Choir and enjoying all the services and activities throughout the week. While in the hospital Ezora shared memories and that she had planned to attend this year’s 90th Anniversary Celebration in New Orleans but instead, Ezora would later answer the call to sing in the heavenly choir. Many were saddened to hear of her passing as she was honored in memoriam during the convention.

Ezora was adventurous and loved to try new things. Ezora had a bucket list of things she wanted to accomplish. For her 65th birthday, Ezora, a few of her close friends and their families, along with her two oldest nephews went sky diving. Yes, you read that right – Sky Diving. The smile on her face and the joy she had on that day will never be forgotten by those who shared this special moment with her.

Ezora loved her semi-annual shopping trips in April & October with her mom and her close friends, “the Elite Girls”. She kept a planner, and in it, she kept notes on everything. She always knew whose turn it was to drive, pray or to say grace. Wherever she was, there would be lots of fun, talking and laughing. There were times when people listening would join in the conversations to engage in a few laughs. A true friend, who listened to your concerns and always gave sound advice. Ezora looked forward to each of their trips, it was more than just shopping, it bonded them together as a family. While in the hospital, God granted Ezora, Bonnie, Debbie, and Lisa, one more time together on a “trip” down memory lane, reminiscing and laughing about their many adventures over the years. This moment brought her great comfort.

Ezora loved to learn and never stopped expanding her borders. During this past year, she enrolled into Ethnos College (www.ethnos-college.org), a school of theology & missions under the guidance of the Lord and leadership of Dr. T. Tyronne Champion, Founder & President. Her commitment to God and the things of God were honorable, always striving for perfection in ministry and in life.

We will miss her dearly. Ezora was preceded in death by her best friend and mother, Evangelist Marjorie A. Brown. She leaves behind to cherish so many memories, her father Bishop Floyd B. Brown, Jr, and her two brothers, Floyd III and Eric I, her four nephews, E. Karrington II (Rochelle), Tyler, Elijah, and Elias, two nieces Ashlei and Sanyah, three great nephews Karrington E., Kaleb, Zayne, one great niece, Reagan and a host of other brothers, sisters, nieces, cousins, godchildren and special friends.

Missionary Helen Alexander

Sunrise February 13, 1932 - Sunset December 30, 2022

Celebration of Life - January 28, 2023
Video presentation is available on the Mount Olive Baptist Church YouTube channel.

Missionary Helen Lucille Alexander, affectionately known to those who loved her as “Shout” was born on February 13, 1932, to the late Willard Purcell and Lillian Mae Robinson in Centreville, Virginia.

On Friday, December 30, 2022, the Angel of mercy appeared quietly and called her from labor to reward. Helen was preceded in death by her loving husband, Leroy Edward Alexander; her son, Ronald Edward Barrington Alexander; brother, Haywood Tasco Robinson; grandson, LeRoy Edward Alexander; great-granddaughter, Kea Wilkins; sister, Grace Louise Boykins; son-in-law, Theodore “Teddy” Lee; and brother in-law, Charles Boykins.

At a young age, Helen enjoyed the outside and loved working alongside her father on their small farm milking cows, feeding animals, chopping wood for the fire, or working in the garden. Through her childhood she loved and cared for many animals such as a pet skunk, owl, chickens, horses, and many dogs and cats. She gained her love of animals from her mother. In the 1940’s she became a member of the Bull Run Fox Hunt Club with her dad, uncles and other hunters from District of Columbia and Maryland. She had a love for horses and competed in many horse shows throughout the DMV area.

She attended Cub Run Elementary School in Fairfax County, and Manassas Regional High School in Prince William County. In late August, during the summer break before entering her senior year, she met the love of her life Leroy Alexander. These two were married on October 22, 1948, following her graduation from high school. This was the beginning of fifty-eight long happy years. To this union three children were born: Patricia Irene, Jackie Lee, and Ronald Edward Barrington. God later blessed this couple with a very special God Daughter, Deborah. Helen and Leroy also raised a grandson Ricky, who was God’s special blessing during her final days on this earth. After several years into her marriage, Helen gave up riding because her husband was afraid of horses.

Helen enjoyed being a wife and raising her children. She got joy from seeing Patricia, Jackie, Ronnie, and Debbie grow up. Often taking the four to horse shows and apple picking. Helen loved to travel and appreciated family vacations to Colonial and Virginia Beaches. As a young child, Helen enjoyed traveling to York, Pennsylvania with her family, where they attended the York State Fair. She enjoyed this family vacation so much that her and Leroy continued the yearly tradition, taking Patricia, Jackie, Ronnie, and Debbie. Upon receiving the blessing of becoming a grandmother, the family tradition continued EVERY year, taking her children, grandchildren and later her great grandchildren. For many years

Helen’s house was considered “the place to be”, hosting the biggest 4th of July event in Centreville. Her yard was filled with hundreds of people simply having a good time. She would plan for months to ensure everyone enjoyed themselves. Some folks still reminisce on these gatherings of the fun times and memories created. Another monumental event at Helen’s house was “slaughter day”. These were the days that the men would come together to slaughter hogs while Helen and the other women washed, cleaned and packaged the meat. Helen was also a “preserver” canning all types of vegetables picked from the garden. She loved making homemade jellies and had an award-winning flower garden where she would spend hours beautifying it.

Later in life, Helen became an avid bowler managing three leagues: Prince William Senior Citizens League of Manassas, VA, Prince William Hospital League, and Bowl America Five PM League in Centreville, VA. Each consisting of nine to twenty teams. Helen loved spending time with her family and having family gatherings. She enjoyed family game nights, playing games until the wee hours of the morning. Some of her favorite games were Phase 10, Dominos, Rummy 500, and Solitaire. She had a passion and keen eye for working puzzles. To some people completing a 10,000 piece puzzle would have been an overwhelming challenge. However, for Helen, it would only take her days to complete.

Helen looked forward to family dinners consisting of her favorite foods, Pork chops, candied yams, potato salad and cabbage. She also enjoyed sports, often watching college football and was also a loyal Washington Nationals baseball fan. Whenever there was a game on, you could find her with her feet up in her recliner, rooting for her home team. Those who knew Helen knew her love and compassion for ALL animals. During her life she was a mom to many four-legged animals, and her love for them ran deep.

Helen was a U.S. Government employee with the Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA), serving in a supervisory capacity in Production Control for fifteen years, until her health failed, and she was forced to retire on disability. However, TO GOD BE THE GLORY, after several years, her condition reversed, and she was able to attend the Prince William School of Nursing, receiving her degree as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at the seasoned age of thirty-five. She retired from Prince William Hospital after twenty-seven years of dedicated service. Helen had a heart for helping people and being supportive in any way she could. In her later years, Helen was a committed and devoted employee for nine years at Ames Funeral Home, Inc in Manassas, Virginia, providing Clerical Administrative Support.

At a young age, Missionary Alexander joined in fellowship with Mt. Olive Baptist Church, and was baptized by the late Reverend Roger Bush. While pressing on and seeking a closer walk with the Lord, she was introduced to The Church of The Blessed Trinity (formerly known as the House of Prayer Church of God #5) in Centreville, Virginia, and became a founding member on August 15, 1960, under the leadership of Bishop Floyd B. Brown, Jr. This changed her entire life. She fell in love with her church and new church family, but most of all she came into a new relationship with God. On August 19, 1964, she was baptized with the Holy Ghost, and spoke in tongues as evidence of the same. As the church grew, her love for children led her to form the Blessed Trinity Youth Ambassadors, introducing children to God’s plan for their life at an early age. Missionary Alexander loved the Lord, worked faithfully for Him, and gave back to the church by serving as Church Treasurer, Sunday School Teacher, Pastor’s Aide, and Trustee. She also served as Chairperson of the United Women’s Conference for eleven fruitful years. Missionary Alexander was a devoted missionary, receiving her Missionary License on October 22, 2000. No matter the circumstance or the need, she made herself available to serve God and assist her Church in any way she could, whether delivering dinners, cleaning the church, cutting grass, or filling in road ruts, she worked tirelessly because she loved her church! Missionary Alexander had a humble spirit. She loved people and demonstrated it by her willingness to assist and encourage others in need. Her doors were always open for those who needed shelter for a day, a month or more.

Her memories will live on in her beautiful daughters: Patricia (Quinton) Corbin of Washington, DC, Jackie (Teddy-Deceased) Lee of Centreville, Virginia, and Debbie (Anthony) Williams of Raleigh, North Carolina. A very special daughter-in-law, Felicia Alexander (Ronnie-Deceased) of Woodbridge, Virginia. Also to cherish her memories are her eleven grandchildren: Ricky Alexander, Nina (Ike)Wilkins, Troy Alexander, Tena Perkins, Dana Perkins, Lisha (Darnell) Stewart, Helena “Angel” Perkins, Crystal Perkins (Zanny), Reggie Alexander, Sharday Williams; Anthony L. Williams, and Shameal Harris; two granddaughter-in-laws, Marrisa Alexander and Tara Clark; nineteen great grandchildren, Ivan Wilkins Jr, Nazarie Wilkins, Treyvon Hickman, Christian Wingfield, Makhi Jackson, Troi Alexander, Alex Perkins, Brianna Perkins, Devin Perkins, Kierra Perkins, Ramoni Lowry, Zakara Scott, Zariah Scott, Zayne Scott, Zayden Scott, Avery Alexander, Aliya Alexander; eight great-great-grandchildren; Jazelle Flores, Jayce Flores, Zaila Hickman, Kyndall Perkins, Kingston Perkins, August Williams, Isabella Crimins, Riley Alexander and Princeton Alexander; one sister, Janet Robinson; two brothers, Lawrence (Evangeline) Robinson, Harold (Joan) Scott; sister-in-law, Laura James; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Sis. Teresa Moore

Sunrise October 16, 1966 - Sunset January 14, 2022

Celebration of Life - January 24, 2022
Video presentation is on the Dale City Christian Center Church Facebook page.

Teresa Lynn Moore was the eighth of nine children born on October 16, 1966, in Fairfax, Virginia to the late William Thomas Taylor and late Alice Ann Taylor. On the night of January 14, 2022, the Lord called her home from her labor to eternal rest.

Teresa was raised and educated in Fairfax, Virginia where she was a graduate of James W. Robinson High School in 1985. After her schooling, Teresa’s career path was a baker at Giant Food for over 25 years. During that time, Teresa would marry Curtis Moore, Sr., and to that union was birth four children that she loved dearly – Curtis, Jr., Taylor, Darius, and Quinton.

Teresa was an anointed singer and gifted cook. Raised in church as a child and later becoming a member of The Church of the Blessed Trinity in her adulthood, Teresa exercised her gift of singing with the Blessed Trinity Youth, the Melody Aires, and the Blessed Trinity Voices. She was also a background vocalist in the live recording of “The Family-Jones” album of 1987. Teresa not only had a talent for cooking, but she loved to cook and the fellowship that came along with her natural family, the pastor’s home, church family, and friends.

Teresa was saved, sanctified, and filled with the precious gift of the Holy Ghost and though she suffered several health issues in her final years with us, she didn’t let that stop her from the things of God. In her final days while in the hospital on her sick bed, Sis. Teresa interceded for others in a Wednesday night virtual prayer service. And though her health issues continued, the next evening she was part of a small study group preparing for her Sunday School lesson. It’s not how well you start but how you finish that matter – for…the race is not to the swift, nor the battle to the strong… (Ecclesiastes 9:11) But he that shall endure unto the end, the same shall be saved. (Matthew 24:13)

Teresa’s memory will be forever cherished by her children Curtis, Jr., Taylor, Darius, and Quinton Moore; brothers William "Little Bill", Calvin, Larry, Michael "Ron", and Gregory Taylor; sisters Beatrice "Cam" McCollum and Wanda Betts; grandchildren Javonni, Nathaniel, and Elijah Moore; best friend Kearna Lansdowne and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, church family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents William Thomas and Alice Ann Taylor, brother William Thomas Taylor, II, sisters Barbara Ann Taylor and Debbie Marie Rose, nieces Tonia Marie Rose and Elaine “Tinnika” Taylor, and great niece Diamond Aaliyah Rose.

Evg. Alice Ann Taylor - "Granny"

Sunrise September 19, 1936 - Sunset February 9, 2021

Celebration of Life - February 22, 2021
Video presentation is on the Dale City Christian Center Church Facebook page.

Alice Ann Taylor, affectionately known as, Mom to her children and everyone else as “Granny” or Evangelist Alice Taylor. She had so much love, for God and all people! Alice was 1 of 13 children. She was born on September 19, 1936, in Fairfax, VA to the late Larry Diamond and late Rosie Smith. On the evening of February 9, 2021, just like her testimonial song “When I Get Inside Those Beautiful Gates”, God received her with open arms into those pearly gates.

As a child, Alice attended the Fairfax County Public School System. On April 15, 1959, Alice married the late William Thomas Taylor. They were married for 38 years until his death in 1997. Alice was a devoted and very loving mother and grandmother. She always put family first, above herself. Alice started her employment with the Fairfax County Public School System as a dedicated school bus driver for 28 years. She enjoyed game nights with family at her sister Joy Ann’s house. Many nights she would say “Joy thinks she’s going to win, but I’m going to show her.” They kept playing until it happened. She never gave up. She loved spending time with her sister.

Alice was a faithful member of the church, totally dedicated in serving the Lord. She was a sanctified, Holy Ghost filled child of God. Alice joined The Church of the Blessed Trinity in Centreville, VA in 1962 where she later became the wife of the first deacon of that church. She was licensed as an evangelist on June 27, 1982, was an usher for many years, and a member of several music ministries – the Senior Chorus, Joyful Echoes, Trinity Echoes (formally the Melody-Aires), and Blessed Trinity Voices.

Alice leaves to cherish her memories with her children William G. Taylor, Calvin T. Taylor, Wanda M. Betts, Larry T. Taylor (Linda), Michael “Ron” Taylor, Teresa L. Moore, and Greg J. Taylor (Desiree); her siblings, sisters Gayle Smith (Charlie) and Joy Grayson (Eugene); brothers Tracy Diamond (Elizabeth) and Wilmer Diamond; godson Dwight Robinson; 25 grandchildren and 30 great grandchildren.

She was proceeded in death by her father Larry Diamond, mother Rosie Smith; sisters Susie Bertrand, Helen Bertrand, Pearl Greene, and Pauline Burke; brothers Todd Diamond, Wayne Diamond, Minor Diamond, and Larry “Junior” Diamond; husband William T. Taylor; daughters Barbara A. Taylor and Debra M. Rose; and granddaughters Tonia M. Rose and Elaine “Tinnika” Taylor.

Sis. Debra "Debbie" Marie Rose

Sunrise August 26, 1960 - Sunset November 4, 2020
I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: 2 Timothy 4:7

Celebration of Life - November 27, 2020
Video presentation is on the Dale City Christian Center Church Facebook page.

Debra Marie Rose, affectionately known by those who knew and loved her as “Deb or Debbie,” was the fourth of nine children born on August 26, 1960, in Alexandria, Virginia to the late William Thomas Taylor and Alice Ann Taylor. On the morning of November 4, 2020, the Angel of mercy entered the room and quietly sealed her lips to receive her heavenly crown in glory.

Debbie attended Fairfax county public schools and graduated from James W. Robinson in 1979. While in high school Debbie was the star of the track team. She held a passion for running and her favorite track events were sprints, hurdling, and relay races. Shortly after graduation, she enrolled in the University of the District of Columbia (UDC). Her passion for running remained throughout her college years as she continued running and received many metals.

Debbie held several long-term positions throughout her career. She was a system integrator team lead at Telco for five years. This position led her to be the supervisor at MCI for five years, and lastly a document preparation specialist for three years. Her work ethic and dedication left an impression on each employer.

In 1981, Debbie married Kevin Rose. They were married for several years before separating in 1987. Debbie was a devoted and loving mother and grandmother who always put the interest of her family above her own. Anytime spent with her children always put a smile on her face. Debbie was considered the family chef and spent lots of time in the kitchen alongside her aunt Joy Ann preparing feast for all to come. Weather a small home meal for her children or a feast for many, she always “put her foot in it.” She loved to cook and anything you ate prepared by her was sure to make your taste buds happy.

Debbie was always stylish and, oh, how she loved to shop. Whether she was headed to a family dinner, a formal event, or a church service she was always dressed to impress and often wore attire designed by her son Bryan. She had a wonderful sense of humor (she had to, to put up with her prankster son Bryan), an infectious laugh, and a smile that could light up a room. One of her favorite pastimes was in the kitchen cooking with her aunt Joy Ann and playing dominoes with family and friends. Debbie was raised in the church and was taught about the goodness of the Lord at an early age, as her mother was a sanctified, Holy Ghost filled woman of God, and there was no question that her children would be raised in the church. As a youth, Debbie was a member of the Blessed Trinity Youth. Debbie loved the Lord with all her heart and dedicate her life to God. On November 11, 1987, she was baptized by Bishop Floyd B. Brown, Jr., and became a member of The Church of the Blessed Trinity in Centreville, Virginia. As a member, she sang in several choirs – Blessed Trinity Voices, Trinity Echoes, and Melody Aires. She was also on the usher board for many years until her health declined. Through it all, Debbie remained an active and faithful member of her church until her passing.

Through her walk with Christ, Debbie was committed to treating people how she wanted to be treated, Matthew 7:12 “Therefore all things whatsoever ye would that men should do to you, do ye even so to them: for this is the law and the prophets.”

Debbie had a humble spirit. She loved people and demonstrated it by her willingness to assist and encourage others in need. She was kind and warm, who possessed genuine love, peace, enormous wisdom, and even toughness when she had to! Her warmth and love flowed freely and was regularly expressed to her family, church family, and friends.

Debbie’s memory will always be embedded in the hearts of her mother Alice Ann Taylor, beloved sons Mekous and Bryan Rose, Thomas (Alexis) and Timothy Keith, grandchildren Diamond, Chassidy and Cassadine Rose, Caiden, Cameron, and Callie Keith, brothers William "Little Bill", Calvin, Larry, Michael "Ron", and Gregory Taylor, sisters Beatrice "Cam" McCollum, Wanda Betts and Teresa Moore, adopted children who held a special place in her heart Sherrie, Schante, Kenneth Jr., Andrew, and Justin Betts, God-son Deontae Rice, God-brother Dwight Robinson and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. She was preceded in death by her father William Thomas Taylor, brother William Thomas Taylor, II, daughter Tonia Rose, and sister Barbara Ann Taylor.

Deacon Alfred J. "George" Outlaw

Sunrise July 6, 1953 - Sunset April 17, 2018
It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man. Psalm 118:8

On Tuesday April 17, 2018, our dearly beloved Alfred J. Outlaw Jr., peacefully departed this present world to receive his heavenly crown in glory. Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., was born in North Hampton County, Virginia on July 6, I 953, to the late Alfred Jolus Reid and the late Annie Virginia Outlaw. He was raised in Eastern Shore Virginia. Two of his nicknames that stuck with him throughout his life were "George" and "Jelly Belly."

Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., finished grade school at Machipongo Elementary and North Hampton High School. After high school in 1975, he moved to Philadelphia and worked as a brake shoe maker. In 1976 Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., moved from Philadelphia to Northern Virginia, were he became the manager at the Crowns' gas station off of Gallows Road. He worked there for several years before becoming a carpenter and starting his own entrepreneurships, which included landscaping decor, buffing and cleaning company for over 16 years. In 1977, Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., was employed by Fairfax County School Board as a building Assistant Supervisor for 28 years before retiring in 2005. In the meantime, Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr. still was maintaining his entrepreneurship.

On March 18, 1978, Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr. married the most beautiful women in the world Lorraine Burke. Genesis 1:28 says "...And God blessed them, and God said unto them, Be fruitful, and multiply... " and that is what Alfred and Lorraine did was be fruitful and multiplied. Within their union God, bless them with 5 children, 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. God bless them with 41 years of marriage, were his wife stayed right by his side until God called him home.

Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., was baptized on August 17, 1986, and joined The Church of the Blessed Trinity on June 11, 1989. He becam Deacon in 1990, and on June 10, 1995, he became an ordained Deacon. He also served as president over the men-singing group the "Trinity-Aires" in 2000.

Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., was proceeded in death by his parents Alfred Jolus Reid, mother Annie Virginia Outlaw, Stepmother Barbra Reid, his baby brother Raphael "Rayfield" Reid, his three grandsons Lorenzo Outlaw, William McQuain, and Zepahina Outlaw. Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., leaves to cherish his beautiful wife Lorraine Outlaw "Sweet Pea" of Manassas Park, VA, his five children Yolando Burke Manassas Park, VA, Reggie Outlaw, Millerville, MD, Debbie Outlaw Pavon Mendoza (Melvin) Manassas Park, VA, Jennifer Outlaw, Fredericksburg, VA, Connie Colter (Eric) Greensboro, NC and eight grandchildren Yolina Outlaw-Moore, LeAwnte Thomas, Kristopher Outlaw, Yazmina Arison, Zayden Moore, Zechariah Outlaw, Gianna Colter, Jaylen Colter, one god-grandson Malachi Brown and 1 great-granddaughter Shateria Mc Laughlin. Alfred J. Outlaw, Jr., also leaves his siblings five sisters: Terry Reid, Serita Gaskins, Gloria Ann Reid, Rachel McKinnley, Carolyn "Emma" Outlaw, and four brothers: James Outlaw, John Briscoe, James Fitchett, and Robert Oshode. He also leaves two close family friends Lutticia Spears and Roslyn Nadeau who was always there to help our family. A host of aunts and uncles, adoptive children, cousins, and friends and a great amount of nieces and nephews.

Sis. Barbara Ann Taylor

Sunrise September 3, 1954 - Sunset March 3, 2016

Sister Barbara Ann Taylor was born September 3, 1954, to Alice and the late William Thomas Taylor in Fairfax, Virginia. She departed this life on March 3, 2016, at INOVA Hospital in Manassas, Virginia at the age of 61. Sis. Barbara was educated in Fairfax County Public Schools in 1973 and was employed at the National Conversion Systems in Tyson’s Corner.

As a child, Sis. Barbara was raised in The Church of the Blessed Trinity and became a member of the Blessed Trinity Youth Ambassadors organized in March of 1969. Later in life she joined the church on January 8, 1995. She was baptized on August 20, 1995 and became part of the Usher Board and the Blessed Trinity Voices.

Sis. Barbara was an exceptional, loving, and caring person. There wasn’t anything that she would not do. Sis. Barbara preceded in death by her father William Taylor and her niece Tonia Rose. Her presence in our family and our daily lives will be greatly missed. However, her spirit will forever live on through those left to cherish her memory: her daughter – Elaine Taylor; two granddaughters – Iesha Taylor and Aaliyah Taylor; her mother – Alice Taylor (also known as “Granny”); three sisters – Debra Rose, Wanda Betts, and Teresa Moore; five brothers – William Taylor, Calvin Taylor, Larry Taylor, Michael Taylor, and Greg Taylor; two aunts – Joy Grayson and Gayle Smith; and two uncles Tracy Diamond and Wilmer Diamond. She also leaves to cherish her memories, William Martin, whom she raised like a son and a host of relatives and friends.