Willie Mae Townsend-Waddell

Celebration of Life Set for Willie Mae Townsend-Waddell

A love of God, family, church and community reflects the lifelong passion of Willie Mae Scoby Townsend-Waddell, who passed away Sept. 7 following a brief illness. As a faithful Christian, mother, grandmother and educator, Willie dedicated her adult years to serving the Lord and making a positive difference in the lives of others. Her viewing will be held Thursday, Sept. 14, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at McKay’s Mortuary, 3918 Marine Ave., in Lawndale. A celebration of her life will take place on Friday, Sept. 15, at 11 a.m., at Brookins-Kirkland Community AME Church, 3719 W. Slauson Ave., in