Ayesha McGhee Rasheed Obituary
The family of Ayesha McGhee Rasheed (Danville, Virginia) announces her passing on October 9, 2026. Ayesha, born on January 3, 1950, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Ayesha McGhee Rasheed or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Ayesha for her warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While she will be deeply missed, the influence she had on the lives around her remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Ayesha’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences she brought to the world.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jessie McGhee and Queen Smith McGhee; her grandson Shafi Rasheed; and her siblings, Carolyn McGhee and Wendell McGhee.
She is survived by: her daughter Zakkiyah Barley (Quimmah) of Danville, VA; and her siblings, Faye McGhee Bolden (Frankie) of Atlanta, GA, Greta Norris Ramsey (Tenisia) and Jessie Sabir (Latiffah) of Atlanta, GA. She is also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews.
A prayer will be held on Sunday, October 11th 2026 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Fisher & Watkins Funeral Home, Inc. (707 Wilson St, Danville, VA 24541).
