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John T. Cope, Jr., 74, of Woodbridge, Virginia, (January 7, 1948-October 22, 2022), passed away at the age of 74. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Elizabeth, son Tommy, daughter Toni and sisters Catherine and Shirley. John is survived by his wife Toni Cope, son Robert Cope (Robin), grandchildren Kyle and Kaitlyn Cope and his surviving siblings sister Mary Profitt (Ray), brothers Robert Cope (Ginger), Charles Cope and William Cope. John owned his own business in Woodbridge for 33 years, Cope's Automotive & Towing. A memorial gathering will be held Saturday, November 12, 2022 from 1-5PM at Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA 22192.

Devin Carlyle Smith (April 9th, 1976 to September 29th, 2022), passed away at the age of 46. He is survived by his Mother Marjorie Smith and his loving family including great aunts, aunts, uncles, cousins, friends. Devin was born in Brooklyn, New York. Although an only child, he was doted on by his grandparents Frank and Margaret Manning and his 7 aunts and uncles that made up the Manning Family. During his early teens, he moved to Woodbridge, Virginia to live with the Charles family with the support of his loving mother. He enrolled in Potomac Senior High School and there his creativity was nurtured; engaging in creative writing, pottery making, and even acting in school plays. After...

Anthony E. Ciuca, age 94, passed away on September 21, 2022. Mr. Ciuca was born in Vandergrift, PA on June 3, 1928. A service with military honors will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

On Friday, August 26, 2022, Carolyn Marie Hudak, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother passed away from a year-long battle with cancer. Carolyn was the only child born to Joseph and Josephine Baloniak and was a graduate of DuBois High School and the Dubois Business School. As a young adult, Carolyn would dream of finding a job in either New York or Washington D.C., but little did she know that her dream would become reality in Washington D.C. As a member of the Young Republicans, she learned of an opportunity to work as a secretary, at the age of nineteen for congressman James E. Vanzandt. She enjoyed being a part of the political scene and working on Capitol Hill for various other...

Andrew Thomas Ainsworth, 32, of 12 Swannee Court, Ashland, VA died suddenly on July 15, 2022 at his parents home in Locust Grove, VA. He worked as a help desk supervisor at Infinity Computers of Fredericksburg, VA. He graduated from Woodbridge Senior High School in 2008, and attended Old Dominion University. Andrew was a loving husband to his wife Julie, and a proud papa to his fur baby Pippa. He had a passion for music, both listening and making, and was dedicated to personal health and fitness. Andrew had just competed in his first formal bodybuilding competition, where he placed second in the True Novice division. Andrew always wanted everyone around him to be happy. Andrew is...

Melburne (Mel) L. Mosher, resident of Westminster at Lake Ridge, VA died May 6, 2022 at age 90. Born in Chester, Nova Scotia, Mel entered the US Army in 1952 and retired after 21 years of honorable service. Mel worked in the Army as a Metal Foremen and served in Vietnam, Korea and Indochina. He was awarded the Good Conduct Metal (4th Award) and the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal. He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Margaret H. Mosher; parents Carl and Hilda Mosher, and young sister Hope in Nova Scotia. Mel is survived by his godchildren, nephew Mark Parsons (Shelley) and niece Karin Parsons (Stephen Mavon), both of Halifax, Nova Scotia; his wife's siblings Ruth Schmitt (CA),...

Charles Albert Osborn, 75, died Friday, April 29th, 2022 at his home in Manassas, VA with his family by his side. Charles was born September 19th, 1946 in Watseka, Illinois to Charles William and Hazel Marie Osborn. Charles joined the Army at the young age of 17, where he served 26 years. Upon retiring from the Army, he had many awards including the Army Commendation Medal and Legion of Merit. Charles was a devoted and loving husband and father. In his spare time he enjoyed woodworking or helping his friends. He shared a love of Baseball with his daughter Daria and could often be found at a local baseball game. Additionally he spent much of his time volunteering at his local American...

Harold V. Weed Jr. March 14, 1944 to April 23, 2022 Harold, best known as Hal, was a man of integrity and honor. He is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Barbara; his children Patrick (Jennie) Weed, Colleen (Michael) Erickson, Thomas (Fabiola) Weed, and Karen (Travis) Williams. He has 14 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, nieces, nephews, his brother, his sister, and many friends. He proudly served in the USAF for 31 years after graduating from the Air Force Academy, as well as working as a civilian contractor working with the varying branches of the military. Hal enjoyed playing softball until the age of 71. He was a strong Christian, participating in church activities. He was a...

Ellen Frances Slaughter, 95, of Woodbridge, Virginia, died April 3, 2022, at Sentara Hospital. Ellen was born on July 22, 1926 in Washington, DC. She retired from The Commonwealth of Virginia as a Fairfax County Public Health Nurse. She was a member of the Dale City Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. She was baptized in the Atlantic Ocean, with her brother, while they attended the Atlantic City convention in 1951. She was preceded in death by her parents, William Frances Crown and Reba Flossa Crown; her husband, Warren Frank Slaughter, Sr.; her brother William Crown and grandson Alexander Edmond Compton. She is survived by her son Warren Frank Slaughter, Jr. (Michelle) and her...

Jerry Michael Shrewsbury, 81, of Woodbridge, VA passed away on March 21, 2022 after saying goodbye to his loving family. Jerry was born on December 7, 1940 in McComas, WV. In 1961, he met the love of his life Peggy Williams and they wed four months later on November 3, 1961. Jerry lived a life of public service. After high school he served as a Corpsman in the U.S. Navy (1958-1964) and later became a Metropolitan Police Officer stationed at the Anacostia Station in SE Washington, DC. He also served as a VA Beach Police Officer. Jerry earned his Bachelor of Science in Administration of Justice from American University in 1973. He later retired in 1993 from Lorton Prison as a Senior Case...

Thomas F Breen, (Tom), 76 of Dale City, VA died January 14, 2022, at Sentara Hospital, Prince William County, Woodbridge Virginia. After 21 1/2 years in the Army, Tom retired in 1983 as a Sgt. 1st Class (SFC E7). In the Army, his field was in communications, and referred to his job as being a "Tower Jockey." He was a Vietnam Veteran. His civilian career, after retiring from the Army, was also in communications, for another 20+ years was working for companies that included Contel, GTE, AT&T, General Dynamics and BAH. In 2014, he retired for the 4th and final time when he left BAH. Tom was preceded in death by his parents Helen Breen Patrick and Robert Breen of Montana, his two...

Vickie D. Taylor, 63, Woodbridge, VA, died on January 6, 2022 at her home with her family. She retired as a Legal Assistant with the United States Department of Veterans Affairs in Washington, D.C. She was preceded in death by her parents the late Thomas Ford and Mary Ford, and a sister, Donna Ford. She is survived by her husband, Houston W. Taylor, daughters Toria Taylor, Natasha Taylor, Giavanna Taylor, and son Reginald Taylor. Interment will be held at Arlington National Cemetery, in Arlington V.A. The celebration of the life for Vickie will be held at a private ceremony at a future date.

Henry Gilbert Beatson, 74, of Woodbridge, VA passed away peacefully on December 10, 2021 at home with his wife and loved ones by his side. Henry was born on February 3, 1947 to Arthur and Vera Beatson in Rangoon, Burma. After graduating from St. Jude's Academy in 1965, he went on to study Business Administration at Rangoon University. Henry served as a Merchant Seaman on a West German Vessel where he worked his way up from a Deck Cadet to Third Officer before immigrating to the United States and having a successful career in security until his retirement in 2019 from International Union of Operating Engineers in Washington, D.C. Henry was not only fluent in several languages but had many...

Deborah A. Hillgren, 66, of Montclair, Virginia died October 18, 2021 at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center. She was retired from Verizon and a member of the Episcopal Church. She was preceded in death by Samuel and Norma Madella and her sister, Vicky. Deborah is survived by her husband John, daughters Jessica and Ashleigh, and four grandchildren. Visitation is being held Sunday, November 14, 2021 from 2-3pm with a service 3pm at Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golansky Blvd., Woodbridge, VA 22192. Donations can be made to the Red Cross in memory of Deborah.

Theada Catherine (Tybuec) Currie, age 85, of Lake Ridge, Virginia, passed away on October 17, 2021, in her home after a long struggle with health issues including lung, heart, and Parkinson's diseases. Thea Currie was born in July 1936 in Honolulu, Hawaii. She attended the University High School when it was a part of the College of Education at the University of Hawai?i at M?noa. She was married to her husband, Wayne Lee Currie, for 51 years. Thea was actively involved as a military spouse, a museum volunteer, and in many church activities. At one time she built a business with friends handcrafting holiday items that adorn houses today and then worked for Kaiser Permanente Customer Service...

Emma Akens Williams, 77 was born on June 22, 1944 the only child of Paul and Martha Akens in Appalachia, VA. She was their everything since they had hoped for many children. She passed away on September 26, 2021 after a courageous battle of 19 years with breast cancer. She is survived by the love of her life, her husband of 54 years, Benjamin Franklin Williams III and her two children, Jessica Barrett (Paul) of Montclair and Ben Williams, of Manassas, VA. Additionally, she is survived by her two grandchildren, Alexa Harvey (Chandler) of Appomattox, VA and Brandon Parker of Montclair, VA. From the time she was a young girl, Emma loved children and books. As the daughter of a coal miner and...

Cathy Lynn Chorney Campbell, 62, born June 11th, 1958 in Winnipeg, Canada, died January 23, 2021 at Sentara Hospital in Woodbridge, Virginia from what was believed to be an undiagnosed preexisting, non-Covid related condition. Cathy owned the top rated women's boutique, Details of Occoquan, the two-time winner of the "Inside NOVA: Best of Prince William" award and winner of Virginia Living Magazine's "Best Women's Clothing Store in Northern Virginia" award in 2019. Cathy was President of the Occoquan Merchants Guild, rejuvenating the membership from 14 businesses to over 40 by the time she was finished. She was also a member of the Bethel United Methodist Church as well as a WhizBang!...

Kerry R. Price, 1950-2020 Kerry R. Price, 69, of cancer at his home in Sterling, VA. Survived by wife Jan, sons Jesse (Brooke), Ryan (Emily Koeck) & Nick (Danielle Troianello), grandchildren Matthew, Lauren, Kendall, Bennett & Nolan. Brothers William (Nanette), John (Jean), sisters Jill (Dave) Detwiler, Jeanne (Randy) Balderson & Karen (Patrick) McConville, Karl (Blanca), brother in law to Mario (Lisa) Mairena. Predeceased by his parents Ernest and Marian and sister Holly Mairena. See full obituary at: www.millerfuneralhome.net

Marilyn Jean Knutson (n?e Murphy), 82, passed away September 20, 2020 at her home of 56 years in Woodbridge, Virginia, with her family at her side. Marilyn was born January 24, 1938 in Des Moines, IA to Raymond and Rita Murphy. She met her husband of 62 years, Robert Knutson, while attending Falls Church High School in Virginia, where she was a member of the varsity softball team. She earned her teaching certificate from Longwood College and taught at various Catholic schools, including St. John's in McLean and St. Leo's in Fairfax, and St. Margaret's in Woodbridge. In addition to being a homemaker and raising six children, Marilyn worked at Bowl America in Woodbridge and then as a...

CLYDE A. BUTLER, SR. On Sunday, August 2, 2020, Clyde Allen Butler Sr., loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather and true American patriot passed away at the age of 85. Clyde was born in Queens, New York on March 22, 1935 to Edward and Mae Butler. He spent his life dedicated to his family and the United States. He first enlisted in the Marine Corps in the final days of the Korean war. Dad then joined the Air Force where he was sent to Vietnam, there he earned a Bronze Star! In the Air Force dad rose to the rank of Master Sargent the rank he retired at. Dad valued education for himself and his family. He earned his Masters Degree in Criminal Justice at George Washington...

Charlie Ward Trussell Jr., 77, of Woodbridge, VA on July 16, 2020 at Sentara Northern VA Medical Center. Ward retired from US Army Night Vision Lab as Chief of the laser technology team. He is survived by wife Sharon Trussell, Daughters Beth Trussell and Susan (Joe) Collet, Sister Paula Bailey, Brothers E. Eugene (Mary Nell), Donald (Etta), and Calvin Trussell, Grandchildren Addison and Gavin Collet, 1 niece, 3 nephews, and 4 great nephews. All services will be private. Please visit millerfuneralhome.net to leave condolences.