David Gordon Arneson, of Sterling, Virginia, passed away on January 24, 2017, after a short and heroic battle with cancer. He was 63 years old. He is survived by his wife of 33 years, Janet, his children, Ian and Lauren, and a sister, Susan Spencer. Family and friends are invited to gather on Thursday, February 2, at Colonial Funeral Home, 201 Edwards Ferry Road, NE, Leesburg, Virginia, for a social at 11 a.m., immediately followed by a noon memorial service in the chapel. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent on Dave's behalf to Capital Caring, 2900 Telestar Court, Falls Church, Virginia 22042.