LaNado Washington Obituary (1979

LaNado Devon Washington "Nado", 41, peacefully entered eternal rest unexpectedly on December 21, 2020. He was born on August 10, 1979 to Rachel Washington and the late Bruce Harris. Nado was a graduate of Amelia County High School and he was a dedicated employee of Hilton Hotels and resorts. Nado was often the life of the party, cracking jokes and making everyone laugh. He had a tough exterior but was full of love. He gave the best hugs and is affectionately known to his family as our big teddy bear. LaNado is preceded in death by his father Bruce Harris; his paternal grandparents, Riley and Estelle Harris; and his maternal grandfather, Richard Washington Sr. Nado has left to be lovingly remembered by his mother, Rachel Washington; three siblings, Quinton Washington (devoted Tara Starks Washington), Joy Harris, and Destiny White; maternal grandmother, Virginia Ruth Washington; five nephews, Quashawn Washington, Derrick Starks, Kyree Washington, Ameir White, and Nehemiah Harris; and niece, Amia Washington. LaNado also leaves behind a devoted father figure, Raymond White; a loving life partner, Angelique Creel, a daughter he raised as his own, Kierra Mitchell; and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. You never said I'm leaving, you never said goodbye. You were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why. A million time's we've needed you, A million time's we've cried. If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died. In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still. In our hearts we hold a place, that only you can fill. Viewing will be held on Monday, January 4, 2021 and Tuesday, January 5, 2021 from 9AM - 6PM at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull St. Richmond, VA 23224.