Paula Washington

Born at home Paula Regina Brown was born to Dorothy M. Brown on Clay Ave. in Norfolk, Virginia. Dorothy’s first child, Regina was born on March 13, 1953. She was also raised by Luther Robinson, Sr. Regina was a member of Smyrna Church of Christ located at 741 Marshall Ave. in Norfolk, Virginia. She joined Smyrna Church at an early age. It was here she was baptized and worshipped for many years. Regina attended elementary and Jr. high schools in South Norfolk when the family moved to 1428 Atlantic Ave. in Chesapeake, Virginia. Regina attended Cradock High school, after the family moved to Portsmouth on January 15, 1968. She received her diploma. Being the loving and caring person Regina is she attended nursing school at the Chesapeake Vo-tech center. She attained her license as a LPN (licensed practical nurse). Regina was employed at William T. Hall nursing center in Portsmouth, Virginia and Portsmouth Naval Hospital, until later retiring from her profession. Regina birthed 4 lovely daughters. Paulette (pre-deceased), Felecia, Maria and Theresa. On Monday, October 4, 1976, Regina married the love of her life, Lloyd W. Washington from Memphis, TN in Elizabeth City, NC. Together they enjoyed 46 years of love and marriage. Regina is survived by her husband Lloyd W. Washington, her mother, Dorothy Robinson, her father Luther Robinson, Sr. her 4 sisters in law and 1 brother in law from Memphis, TN. Her lovely daughters, Felecia (Luther), Maria (Reggie) and Theresa (Jerome), her brothers, Tony (Joan), Alton, Alfred, Robert, Luther Robinson, Jr. (pre-deceased). Her sisters, Cheryl and Janet (Robert). Her handsome grandsons, as she so affectionately called them. Joe-Joe, Jordan, Jonathan, Deon, Tre’ and Ryan. Her honey bunnys Dawn, LaQuita and Tina. Her great grandson Cameron. Her nephews, her nieces. A huge host of cousins, relatives and friends. Mom loved each and every one of you. She cherished her family. She melted for her grandkids. She adored her mother and father. She held a special place for each sibling. Her husband Lloyd, the love of her life and Cheryl her right hand. Special thanks to her Brentwood Bingo family. Don’t cry, don’t shed a tear The time I’ve shared with you will always be And when I’m gone still carry on. Please don’t cry. I know it may sting but I’ve earned my angel wings. I love you. The family would like to thank everyone for their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Paula Washington

March 13, 1953 - May 27, 2019