Celestine Barnes Sneed Obituary

We bid farewell to Celestine Barnes Sneed of Washington, District of Columbia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on September 19, 2025 at the age of 84. Celestine touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Celestine may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.

She is survived by: her children, Michael Barnes (Yolanda), Natalie Clark (Matt) and Sonya Inabinet (Pierre Sr.); her grandchildren, Pierre II, Dante, Joshua and Jordan; her great grandchildren, Taylor, Pierre III and Jace; and her siblings, Andrew Richardson (Hildegarde) and Martha Richardson. She is also survived by other relatives and friends.

Visitation was held on Saturday, October 4th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Patmos Baptist Church (1201 Rhode Island Ave NE, Washington, DC 20018). A funeral service was held on Monday, October 6th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Lincoln Memorial Cemetery (4001 Suitland Rd, Hillcrest Heights, MD 20746).