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Martha Estelle Hall was blessed to see her 79th birthday just a few short weeks ago. She was born June 10, 1942 to the union of the late Harvey Edgar Daye, Sr. and Ida Virginia Daye Fletcher. She was preceded in death by her brothers Harvey Daye, Jr. (Bubby), William Daye (Rags), John Daye (Johnny), James Daye (Jice), Charles Daye (Jake), and her sister Shirley Fletcher (Sissy). Born, reared, and educated in Leesburg, VA as well as in the city of Washington, D.C., she began her family at the age of 21. Martha was brought up in the church and would subsequently, be baptized at Providence Baptist in Leesburg, VA. During her time as a member of Providence, she was very active teaching Sunday...

Michael J. Sierra passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 27th, 2021 at his home in Round Hill, Virginia surrounded by family and friends. Mike Sierra was born in San Antonio, Texas in the summer of 1941. The eldest son of a family of six children, he grew up in central Texas and joined the Texas National Guard. Following graduation from Brackenridge High School, he enlisted in the United States Army in 1959. Following service overseas as a Non-Commissioned Officer he was selected for the Infantry Officer's Candidate School program at Fort Benning, Georgia. Upon graduation he was assigned to the 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, Kentucky where he met and later married, Carol...

Penelope "Penny" Barton Paddock, age 100, VA, passed away on Tuesday, March 2, 2021, at her home at Falcons Landing in Potomac Falls , VA. Born Saturday, June 19, 1920, she was the daughter of the late Albert Edward and Marguerite Norma (Smith) Barton. Penny, a devoted Navy wife, loved poker and bridge (Life Master), gardening, and reading, and was active in her community. Penny is survived by her son Richard Paddock and his wife Dana Theus Paddock of Alexandria, VA, son-in-law Greg Schwarz of Leesburg, VA, grandchildren: Melanie, Michelle, Collin, Benjamin and Jeffrey. She was preceded in death by her husband Captain Alton Edwin Paddock, USN (Ret.) and a daughter Jane Paddock Schwarz....

Albert "Mal" Malacarne, 90, of Ashburn, VA passed away peacefully on February 22, 2021 at Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, VA. In passing, he joins his wife of 56 years, Rosemarie (Cavanaugh) Malacarne (predeceased), whom he very dearly loved. Albert was born in Wilkes Barre, PA to Alfonso and Mildred (Gaydos) Malacarne in 1931. He has two sisters: Alice Bonomo (predeceased) of Poughkeepsie, NY and Carol Wasilefski of Hummelstown, PA. He graduated from G.A.R. Memorial High School in Wilkes Barre as president of his class. He then went on to college on an athletic scholarship at The Citadel in Charleston, SC and graduated in 1952 at the top of his class. During the Korean War, he served...

Albert "Mal" Malacarne, 90, of Ashburn, VA passed away peacefully on February 22, 2021 at Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, VA. In passing, he joins his wife of 56 years, Rosemarie (Cavanaugh) Malacarne (predeceased), whom he very dearly loved. Albert was born in Wilkes Barre, PA to Alfonso and Mildred (Gaydos) Malacarne in 1931. He has two sisters: Alice Bonomo (predeceased) of Poughkeepsie, NY and Carol Wasilefski of Hummelstown, PA. He graduated from G.A.R. Memorial High School in Wilkes Barre as president of his class. He then went on to college on an athletic scholarship at The Citadel in Charleston, SC and graduated in 1952 at the top of his class. During the Korean War, he served...

Lois Margaret MacIndoe Burkhard passed away on February 10, 2021 at 6:44am. At her request, there will be no viewing. Lois Margaret was the daughter of John Harper MacIndoe Sr. and M. Marie (Lucas) MacIndoe, born at her Lucas grandparents farm, Union Township, Centre County, PA on April 3, 1924, though the family home was in Arcadia, Indiana County. She married Joseph William Burkhard on December 15, 1942 in Johnstown, PA and he preceded her in death on January 7, 2004 ending a union of over 61 years. They were predeceased by their beloved eleven-year-old son, Douglas Lee, June 2, 1957. Lois was also predeceased by her dear parents; her beloved stepmother M. Eden Kline MacIndoe; infant...

Stephen Bruce Campbell, 58 of Leesburg, Virginia passed away on Sunday, February 7, 2021, at Manor Care at Fair Oaks in Fairfax, Virginia. Born Saturday, September 15, 1962, he was the son of Rufus Campbell and the late Betty Jane (Tribby) Campbell and brother to Keith Campbell. He is survived by his three children: Joshua Campbell of Nokesville, VA, Tara (Campbell) Holton of Ranson, WV, and Mark Campbell of Manassas, VA. Services are private and at the convenience of the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.loudounfuneralchapel.com

A beloved child and sibling, Ethan Connor Dorsch passed away at the age of 18 on February 2, 2021. Ethan was a passionate and sensitive young adult. He was an avid hockey fan and devoted supporter of the Washington Capitals. He was especially passionate about social justice and equality, particularly with respect to the LGBTQ community and issues of gender identity. Ethan is survived by his parents Michael and Susie, his siblings Amanda, Benjamin, and Cameron, his stepmother Colleen Flaherty, his step-siblings Brendan and Katherine Marvaso, his grandfather John Smith of Leesburg, his grandparents Robert and Candice Dorsch and his great-grandfather George Dorsch of Wilmington, DE, and his...

In loving memory of Dilva Marie Hlavach, n?e Devescovi. On Tuesday, January 26th, at the most wonderful golden hour of the morning, Dilva Marie Hlavach peacefully passed. Dilva was born on June 8th, 1944 in Rovigno, Italy to Virgilio and Elvia Devescovi who preceded her in death. She was married for 51 years to the late Ronald Hlavach. She is survived by her brother Daniel Devescovi (Ivana), who remembers her as not only his sister but his biggest supporter and best friend. Dilva was the much loved mother of Denise O'Braitis (Bob), Debbie Hlavach (Dan Sage), Jennifer Lewis (Shane) and Daniel Hlavach. Cherished Mima of Brittany O'Braitis, Madison Johnson (Ryan), Dax and Luke Sage. And...

Our beloved Kittie Loise Pope, born October 24, 1947, aged 73, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2021. A long-time resident of Sterling Virginia, she was the daughter of Archer Richer preceded her in death and Bill (Pops) and Billie (Mumzie) Godwin of Summit Point, West Virginia, as did her brothers Chris Godwin (Sharon) of Summit Point, West Virginia, Joe Godwin (Mildred) of Johnson City, Tennessee and Zach Godwin (Debby) of Cherryville, North Carolina and Doris Holt of Mosheim, Tennessee. She is survived by her daughter Christine Pope and son Ryan Pope and his wife Deanna Pope. She is also survived by Josh Godwin with his daughter Chloe Godwin and sons Austin and Lane Godwin, Melissa...

Tracy Lynn Tanner born July 19, 1960 in Arlington, Virginia. Died suddenly January 13, 2021 in Ashburn, Virginia. He was the son of Jerry Tanner and the late Rowena Thompson and the brother of the late Gregory Stephen Tanner. He is survived by sisters Terry Jo (Paul) DiStefano, Robyn (Winn) Smith and Rhonda (Cliff) Fischer, son Brandon Tanner and grandsons Nathan and Teddy Tanner. Also by niece Shey Smith, nephews Timothy McDermott, Zeke and Sawyer Smith. He will be remembered for his unique Harley Davidson attire and his buying auto mechanic tools from Snap On. Tracy will be missed by his family and many lifelong friends. Online condolences may be expressed at...

It is with sadness that our family announces the passing of Rennee Maureen Lawson (Bloomfield) on January 9, 2021. She was born in Grimsby, Lincolnshire, England on May 28, 1935. She came to the U.S. in 1958. Rennee was a long-time resident of Woodbridge, Fairfax and Leesburg, VA She is survived by her loving husband of 63 years, Carty, four children (Kim Foster, Gary Lawson, Andrea Hellier (Scott), Melanie Baker (Dennis), nine grandchildren (Justin Naccarato (Lea), Matthew Foster, Olivia Foster, Samuel, Grace, and William Hellier, Collin Lawson (Melissa), and Brian and Kelli Baker, two great-grandchildren (Wyatt and Weston), brother Kerry Bloomfield (Pam), numerous cousins, nephews,...

It is with sadness that the family of Junne Peters Virts, 94, announce she passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 7, 2021 at The Wellington at Lake Manassas in Gainesville, Va. Junne is survived by her four children, Barry Virts (Martha) of Annandale, VA, Lynn Bloomer (Mike) of Gainesville, VA, Kenneth Virts (Dena) of Lovettsville, VA, and Sam Virts of Sarasota, FL; five grandchildren, Christina Slagle, Lisa Virts, Brian Virts (Kyle), Rob Tuohy (Kate) and Kevin Tuohy; and six great-grandchildren, Hannah Slagle, Taleah Virts Burris, Landon Pierce, River Pierce, Robby Tuohy, and Jane Tuohy. She is preceded in death by her devoted husband of 59 years, George Franklin Virts; five sisters,...

Bernard Reuben Ballard, 93 of Ashburn, Virginia passed on Thursday, January 7, 2021, at Heritage Hall in Leesburg, Virginia. Born Saturday, May 14, 1927, he was the son of the late Thomas Wayne and the late Mary Geneva (Hodgkins) Ballard. He was a 1945 graduate of Western High School in Washington D.C. He retired in 1989 after 45 years with the phone company He was preceded in death by his wife Mary Jane Ballard in 2007. He is survived by his nine children: Karen (John) Normandy of Ashburn, Joyce (Dave) Phillips of Richmond, Jean (John) Nowakowski of Ashburn, David (Pam) Ballard of McLean, Robert (Karen) Ballard of Ashburn, Colleen Vidaurre of Fairfax, Suzanne Ballard of Ashburn, Lisa...

Carleen Francis Dodson joined her husband, Jim and grandson, Jared, in eternal life on December 15, 2030, in Paeonian Springs, VA, after a 15-year valiant battle with Alzheimer's disease. Carleen, formerly of Golden Valley, Lake Independence and Waconia, will be lovingly remembered for the love of her family, her former students and nature. She is survived by her son, Jon, of Bozeman, Montana; her son, Jeff and daughter-in-law Nancy, of Paeonian Springs, VA; and her grand-daughter and great grand-daughter Jamie and Dani of Purcellville, VA. Memorials preferred to the Alzheimer's Association in Carleen's name. She will be missed by all, but never forgotten.

Joanne Jarrett Sullivan, 91, of Potomac Falls, Virginia, passed away on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at her home with her family by her side. Joanne was born Wednesday December 26, 1928, she was the daughter of the late Henry Koch and Margaret (Morris) Jarrett. Joanne was born and spent her formative years in Bethlehem, PA where her ancestors settled as Moravian missionaries. A gracious wife, mother, philanthropist, and friend, Joanne was a person of abiding faith and commitment to family and community. She spent countless hours volunteering at Saint Ann Catholic School and was Head of Arlington Hospital Women's Auxiliary for 20 years. Joanne also managed the Falcon's Landing Store for 9...

Charlotte Jean Coover, age 68, of Hamilton, VA, passed away on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, at her home in Hamilton, Virginia. Born Saturday, February 2, 1952, she was the daughter of the late Jean Coover and the late Willa (Power) Coover. Charlotte is survived by her son Brian Bledsoe, life partner of 25 years Michael Saunders, three granddaughters and a sister Cindy Williams. Arrangements are being handled by Loudoun Funeral Chapels, 158 Catoctin Cr. SE, Leesburg, Virginia. A celebration of life will take place at a time and date in the near future. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.loudounfuneralchapel.com

Michael J. Casey, 72 of Leesburg, VA, departed this life on November 13, 2020, after a six-year battle with liver cancer with his family by his side. Michael was born on November 28, 1947, to the late John J. and Nadine Strait Mahaffey Casey in Washington, DC. His was preceded in death by his brother Marc Mahaffey and his adoptive parents, John and Leona Stevens. Michael was a life-long resident of Northern Virginia. After graduating from Jeb Stuart High School, he enlisted in the USMC and proudly served his country in Vietnam and Cuba. Prior to retirement, he was employed by Nova Group in various positions throughout his career. Upon retirement, he assisted in caring for his...

Robert "Bobby" Flynn passed away on November 12, 2020. Robert Elton Flynn was born June 6, 1932 at Milo Chick Farm in Tuscarora, Maryland. He was the son of Robert and Louise Frye Flynn; Loudoun County Leesburg, Virginia. He lived his early childhood years at Westmoreland Davis Movern Park Foundation where his father was caretaker for many years. He is survived by his wife Ellen Jane of 61 years and a sister Evelyn Moxley, nephew Claggett Moxley and Great Nephews Bryce Mitchell Moxley and Trevor Flynn Moxley of Leesburg, Virginia. He was a long time resident of Leesburg, graduating in 1952 from Leesburg High. He was veteran serving in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He...

Alan Edward Kulaga age 56 passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020, at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. Born May 9, 1964 in Hazleton, PA, he was the son of the late Alfred Leon Kulaga Sr. and the late Mary (Dudeck) Mace Kulaga. He was predeceased by his wife Sow-Hoong Hon. Alan graduated from Mansfield University in Mansfield, Pennsylvania with a Bachelor's degree in Biology. He was a Toxicologist for Leidos Biomedical Research in Frederick, Maryland. He is survived by his son James Edward Kulaga of Leesburg, VA, siblings: Gregory (wife Yoon) Mace of Green Valley, AZ, Donna (husband James) Imbert of Lovettsville, VA, Loretta (husband Wayne) Morris of Leesburg, VA, Lorraine (husband Bill) McClure of...

Betty Jean Bates passed away peacefully at home on October 23, 2020 at the age of 61. She was born on June 23, 1959 in Leesburg, VA to Robert Lee Bates and Goldie Lee (Frye) Bates. She had a great sense of humor and was a very giving person. She enjoyed spending time relaxing at Colonial Beach. She enjoyed her growing her collection African Violets and Orchids. Betty had been a loving caregiver to her late mother and took over for the care of her nephew, RD Miller. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Cindy and her beloved dog, Reese. Surviving in addition to her sister, Debbie are Alicia, Mariah, RD, Austin and Logan. No service will be held. A Celebration of Life...