Booker T Washington

December 14, 2016

Booker T. Washington 84, passed away December 14, 2016 at Spring Meadows Nursing Facility. Born in Chatham, AL, he served in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. He returned home to begin a career in the bakery field. He started with Hostess Bakery and became their first African American Foreman. Upon its closure, he joined Wonder Bakery. Finally, he joined General Mills retiring in 2005 after 40 years in the industry. Booker T. Washington is survived by son, Douglas, daughters, Regina, Lonna and Jewel; beloved, Willa Mae Washington; brother, James (Viola) Washington; 6 grandchildren, Montrese Tuggle, Anthony Washington, Jada Norris, Camerin Norris, Alexis Washington and Alana Washington, 11 great-grandchildren and his nieces, nephews other relatives and many friends. Visitation will be Tuesday 10:00 a.m. followed by funeral services at 11:00 a.m. Dale-Riggs Funeral Home Chapel, Pastor Queen Quinney officiating. Interment Historic Woodlawn Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff of Spring Meadows Nursing Facility for the attention and care given their father. www.dalefh.com