On April 11, 2021 Margaret Ann Holtzclaw 77, of Hamilton VA. Passed away at home with family at her side after a short illness. Margaret was born in Preston County West Virginia to parents George and Kathleen Fitchett of Terra Alta and has lived in Loudoun County VA most of her life. Margaret worked for Loudoun County Public schools in the maintenance Department for several years and was admired by coworkers and staff at each school she served. Margaret was predeceased by her husband James (Jimmy) Holtzclaw, two sisters Jane Fultz of Terra Alta, Barbra Cole of Sterling, VA. She is survived by Her son Jeffery (Jeff) Holtzclaw Sr, (Christina); ...

Rebie "Ellen" Bradshaw, 81 of Ashburn, Virginia, passed on Friday, April 2, 2021, at INOVA Loudoun Hospital Center in Leesburg, VA. Born Sunday, March 17, 1940 in Leesburg, Virginia, Ellen was the daughter of the late William Piggott, Sr. and late Rebie Piggott. Growing up in Middleburg, VA, she was a graduate of Loudoun County High School. Ellen is survived by her loving husband of sixty-two years, Paul Bradshaw, daughters, Sandy Bradshaw and Susan Fox, and son, Jim Bradshaw. She has several grandchildren, Brooke Brylawski, Katie Nichols (Chris), Christie Wagner (Joel), Lydia Sergent (Josh), Kevin Bradshaw, Anna Bradshaw, five great grandchildren, and sister-in-law Cindy Bradshaw. A...

Adrian McKenize Reid, 60 of Fredericksburg, Virginia passed on Wednesday, March 3, 2021, in Richmond, Virginia. Born Sunday, January 1, 1961 in Leesburg, Virginia, he was the son of the late William Reid and Mary Young Reid. He was the husband of Emily Harris-Reid. A Funeral service will be at 2:30 PM on Saturday at Mt. Pleasant Memorial Park with the Chester L. Banks officiating. Interment will be in Mt. Pleasant Memorial Park, Aldie, VA. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Friday, March 12, 2021, at Loudoun Funeral Chapel, 158 Catoctin Circle, SE, Leesburg, Virginia. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.loudounfuneralchapel.com

Marion "Jo" Watson, 85 of Lansdowne, Virginia peacefully and graciously left this earth for heaven with her children, one on each side, Monday, February 22, 2021, at George Washington University Hospital in Washington, DC. Born Friday, July 12, 1935 in Brunswick, Maryland, she was the daughter of the late Clifford Grubb and the late Naomi Bowers Grubb. She was the wife of the late and loving Judson "Fred" Watson Jr. She was predeceased by loving husbands Daniel Walters and John Dix. Jo leaves behind her truly and dearly loved family, son Dan Walters, Leesburg, VA, daughter and son in law, Donna and Harold Ryland, Lansdowne, VA, and grandson Joshua Ryland, ...

Peggy Anne Kotch, 86, of Sterling, Virginia passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 20, 2021 at Loudoun Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Leesburg, Virginia. Peggy was born on March 18, 1934 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and was the daughter of John Henry and Anna Marie "Nan" (Daniher) Snedden. She is survived by her husband, Joseph Michael Kotch Jr.; three children, Michael Kotch, Lisa Anne Finch, John Kotch, and 6 grandchildren. She was preceded in death by two of her children, Debora and David Kotch. A Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 AM this Friday, February 26th, at Saint John the Apostle Catholic Church, located at 55 Oak Crest Manor, Leesburg, Virginia 20176 with...

A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, niece, cousin and friend, Evelyn Louise Schechter left this world unexpectedly, at 23, on Jan. 25, 2021. Born in Washington D.C. on Sept. 19, 1997 to Brian and Catherine (Haraburda) Schechter, Evelyn grew up in Leesburg where she attended Sycolin Creek Elementary, J. L. Simpson Middle and Loudoun County High School. Evelyn earned a degree in Biomedical Engineering from Virginia Commonwealth University in 2019 and began her career at Stryker. Evelyn was a lover of piano, learning new languages, spinning flags, tossing rifles, Winnie the Pooh, and was always ready for an adventure. She was funny, creative and vivacious, but she was also introverted...

Barbara M. Frye, 85, of Lovettsville, Virginia passed on Sunday January 3, 2021 at INOVA Loudon Hospital Center in Leesburg, Virginia. Barbara was born on August 5, 1935 in Lovettsville, VA. She was the daughter of the late William Parvin Mann and the late Helen Mann. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard Frye, her daughter, Robin Hawkins, and her brother, Bill Mann. Surviving are son, John Frye (Tamara) of Winchester and daughter, Sandra Nalls (Doug) of Clearbrook. She is also survived by her sister, Janet Biser (John) of Lovettsville. Barbara was adored by her four grandchildren, Kayla, Dwayne, Haley, and Kelsi as well as her four great grandchildren, Lexi, Titan, Addie...

Kimberly Baca Cheshire, 49 of Leesburg, Virginia passed away surrounded by loved ones on Wednesday, October 28, 2020 after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Kim was born Friday, November 13, 1970, in Fairfax, Virginia. She is survived by her loving husband of 21 years, Eric Cheshire; their children Nicholas Owen and Jordan Paige; parents Ron and Betty Baca; mother-in-law Judy Cheshire (Pete, decd.); siblings Ronnie, Debbie (Tim), and Julie (Mark); brother-in-law Geriel; many nieces and nephews who love their Aunt "Kimmy" dearly; and countless family and friends who will all miss her warmth and smile. Kim grew up in Sterling, Virginia and graduated from Broad Run High School in 1988....

Born on a kitchen table February 7, 1939 in Mulvane, Kansas, Frank W. Naylor Jr. was the son of the late Frank Naylor and the late Hildred Reed Naylor. Frank passed on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at Commonwealth Senior Living in Berryville, Virginia, following a full life and a long illness. Frank was the loving husband of Marilyn Everest Naylor and is survived by sister Sue Swaim (John), daughter Mary Naylor, son Wes Naylor, (Lori), stepson Mark Ronlov (Kalpana), stepdaughter Erin May (Andre), niece Christy Swaim and nephew Mark Swaim. He was also the proud and doting grandfather of Brian, Josh, Natalie, Nate, Zach and Nick. His family remember him as a fun, caring and strong man who was an...

Nancy Jane Abbott, age 78, of Leesburg, VA, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020, at her home in Leesburg, VA with her husband at her side. Born in Dallas on Thursday, April 16, 1942, Nancy was the daughter of Doris (Harman) Kessler and the late Harry Campbell, Jr. She attended Texas Christian University and was a graduate of the University of New Orleans. Always open for adventure Nancy welcomed opportunities to sample life across America --New Orleans?Los Angeles? Washington, and the wider world, including extended overseas assignments with her husband, first in the Army in Germany and later in diplomatic postings in Tokyo, Brasilia, and London. Nancy never met a stranger; she...

Peggy Ann (Tribby) Hawks, 87, went to her heavenly home on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at Baptist Health Floyd in New Albany, Indiana. Although her journey ended in Indiana Peggy had many homes throughout her life. Greenville, Indiana was her final home in order to spend more time with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. However, she truly called Leesburg, VA and Cantonment, Florida her hometowns as well. Peggy was born March 22, 1933 in Lincoln, Virginia, the daughter of Harry and Theresa Tribby. She met and married a sailor, Oda Hawks, and moved away in 1951. After marrying Oda, Peggy moved to Norfolk, Va. her first move as she followed Oda through his Naval career....

Dr. Stanley G. Crossland, MD, 74, died peacefully on September 3, 2020 surrounded by his children, after a 14-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Born Oct. 3, 1945 in Washington D.C., he was the first born to the late Dr. Clem and Mary Crossland. Besides his parents he is preceded in death by his son Stan G. Crossland Jr. He is survived by his sons and daughters; Bryan Crossland (Erin), Patrick Crossland, Mike Carson, Jessica and Laura Deaton; four grandchildren; Amber, Kyle, Oliver, and Elliot Crossland; four siblings; Dr. Cathy Crossland, Dr. Stephen Crossland (Sue), Sharon, and Mary Crossland; His nephew, Stephen Jr. (Amanda); and his beloved partner of 11 years, Roxanna...

Paul Winant Jackson, 77, of both Savannah, GA and Leesburg, VA lost his fight with AML Leukemia on Wednesday, August 5th at St Joseph's/Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA. Paul had an illustrious career in aviation spanning more than 50 years. Paul is survived by his former wife Laurie A. Jackson, his children Caitlin M. and Thomas P. Jackson, and an extended family who truly loved him. For full obituary and information on his service as well as how to participate in honoring his memory, please visit the Loudoun Funeral Chapel website at https://www.loudounfuneralchapel.com/

Paul Winant Jackson, 77, of both Savannah, GA and Leesburg, VA lost his fight with AML Leukemia on Wednesday, August 5th at St Joseph's/Candler Hospital in Savannah, GA. Paul was born July 27, 1943 to the late Paul Thomas and Ada May Jackson in Hackensack, NJ. Paul spent most of his childhood in New Jersey until joining the United States Air Force at the age of 18 where he began his illustrious career in Aviation. Upon leaving the Air Force, he went on to pilot more than 10 different aircraft over his 45-year career in flight. Once his time in the air came to a close, he continued on as a flight instructor passing his knowledge onto those who would come behind him. Paul's expansive...

Mrs. Jane M. Numbers of Lansdowne Woods passed away on July 23, 2020 after a struggle with cancer. Mrs. Numbers celebrated her 100th birthday just 2 days before. Jane Numbers, after graduating from Oberlin Conservatory, was an active professional singer in Pittsburgh and a public school choir director in the Fairfax County Schools. After moving to Lansdowne Woods she accompanied the Blue River Singers, a group which brought happiness to many local Senior Citizen facilities in the Leesburg area. She married Frank E. Numbers, also an Oberlin Graduate, in 1943 and moved with him and their growing family to Denver, Pittsburgh, and Washington D.C. He predeceased her seventeen years earlier. ...

Towney (Toney) Raymond Grimes Jr, 77, of Leesburg, VA passed away July 3, 2020 at Dutch Haven Assisted Living in Mauerertown, VA. Mr. Grimes was born July 6, 1942 in Leesburg, VA to the late Mary Ellen Kent Grimes and Towney (Ben) Raymond Grimes Sr. He was a nurse for over 40 years with Loudoun Hospital Center in Leesburg VA. He is survived by William (BJ) Lee Grimes, two sisters Nancy Lee Rowe and Patricia Ann Bell, two brothers Donald Wilson Grimes and Roy Hedrick Grimes, two brothers in law Fred Bell and Donnie Rowe, one sister in law Donna Grimes, 3 nephews, 3 nieces, 4 great nephews, 6 great nieces, 3 great great nephews and 7 great great nieces. A funeral service will be held at...

David Lee Dodds, 83, of Leesburg, Virginia passed away peacefully at his home on June 28, 2020 after an extended battle with Alzheimer's. David was born February 26, 1937 in Anacostia, Washington, D.C, the only child of Dee L. Dodds and Rose Mary Sebastian Dodds. He graduated from Anacostia High School in 1955 and then served honorably in the United States Navy in both active duty and the reserves for 12 years as a jet engine mechanic. Following the Navy, David worked as a field engineer for the Potomac Electric Power Company (PEPCO) for 39 years. He married Catherine Whipple, the love of his life, on July 1, 1967 at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Washington, D.C. David is...

SARA (Sally) WILEY COLE DAVIDSON, 91, passed to the Lord on Friday, May 1, 2020 in Reston, VA from COVID-19. Mrs. Davidson was born on October 24, 1928 in Sharon, PA to the late Horace Lee Cole and Marion Cummins Cole. She was graduated from Sharon High School in 1946, Mount Holyoke College in 1950 with a Bachelor's of Science degree in Zoology, and Case Western Reserve University in 1952 with a Master's of Science degree. She married Lt John Davidson, USAF, in Fairbanks, AK on October 28, 1955. They were happily married for 53 years until John passed on March 23, 2009. John's military career took them to Alaska, Ohio, California, New Mexico, and Alexandria, VA. In 1997 John and Sally moved...

Colonel George F. Tubley, USMC, Ret., 93, of Lansdowne, VA, died Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at Heritage Hall in Leesburg, VA. Born on July 26, 1926 in Newport, RI, he was the son of the late George R. Tubley and the late Ellen (Rosberg) Tubley. Colonel Tubley was an ROTC graduate of Brown University and served 30 years as an officer in the United States Marine Corps. He is survived by his daughter, Kathy (Tubley) Ballard & son-in-law Larry of Falls Church, VA, his son, CDR David A. Tubley, CHC, USN (ret) & daughter-in-law, Alice of Columbia, SC; three grandchildren, Matthew Ballard (his partner Sabrina), Andrew Tubley (his wife Mae), and Peter Tubley (his wife Jennifer) and three...

Emily Gresham Sneed McGuire died on Saturday, March 7, 2020 in Sterling Virginia. She had recently celebrated her 104th birthday with a party attended by many family and friends where she was, as usual, lively, funny and alert. She was born February 11, 1916 in Richmond, VA to Dr. & Mrs. Albert Micou Sneed (Lucy Harrison Wade). She grew up in Toano, near Williamsburg, VA. Emily entered the College of William & Mary at the age of 16 where she joined Tri Delta Sorority and was elected to Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Beta Kappa upon her graduation in 1936. After graduation she worked for Colonial Williamsburg and the College. During WWII she met and married the late Francis Desmond McGuire...

Alice V. Lucas passed February 12, 2020 at home in Leesburg, VA. For a full obituary and online condolences, please go to www.loudounfuneralchapel.com.