Pearlie Washington Obituary

In loving memory of Pearlie Washington (Somerville, Tennessee), who departed this world on January 22, 2026 at the age of 88. Pearlie leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Pearlie Washington to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Mattie Bell Newbern and Hiram Newbern Sr.; her son Michael Washington; and her siblings, Robert A. Newbern, John L. Newbern, Bradley Newbern, Hiram Newbern Jr., Mae Ruby Brown and Herlene Douglas.

She is survived by: her daughters, Wilma J. Perkins and Linda Washington; her grandchildren, Adrienne Phillips (Jeremy), Michael Andre Washington (Jeanna) and David J. Coopwood Jr.; her siblings, Anne Austin Anton (Erroll), William Newbern of Calumet City, Pharis Newbern of Indiana and Joseph Newbern (Joyce) of Oakland, Tennessee; her daughter-in-law Shirley Washington of Memphis, Tennessee; and her sister-in-law Earlene Newbern of Oakland, Tennessee. She is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.

She found joy in sewing, knitting, fishing, and designing face masks during the COVID-19, pandemic.