Obituaries

Dec 11, 2024

Corrine Mary McHugh, 92, passed away peacefully Dec. 11, 2024, of complications from Alzheimer's disease surrounded by her family at Falcon's Landing in Potomac Falls, Va. Born Oct. 30, 1932, to E. Paul and Agnes Hoover of Patton, Pa., Corrine grew up a happy and busy dairy farm girl with her siblings, Elaine, Mary Catherine, Leroy, Bert, Jim, Tom,...

Dec 10, 2024

James "Jimmie" Thomas Dodson, 64, of Leesburg, Virginia, passed away on December 10, 2024, at Inova Loudoun Hospital. Born on June 28, 1960, in Winchester, Virginia. Jimmie was preceded in death by his parents James M. Dodson and Mary Ann Dodson.

Jimmie proudly served his country as a U.S. Army Corporal in the 56th Field Artillery Brigade....

Dec 9, 2024

William J. Hennessy Jr., renowned courtroom artist, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2024. Over his distinguished 40+ years career, Hennessy captured pivotal moments in American legal history including the White House CIA leak, Iran Contra, Clinton impeachment, Guantanamo Bay, Microsoft antitrust, and countless other high-profile cases. His sketches provided the public with a unique window into courtroom dynamics,...

Dec 4, 2024

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Nov 29, 2024

Wendell Jackson Lawson, born 20 December 1952, peacefully passed away at his home in Lucketts on 29 November 2024. He was predeceased by his parents, Zane and Marie (née Frye) and brother Christopher 'Punky' Lawson. Wendell is survived by his brothers Jeff (Kat) Lawson and Keith (Karen) Lawson, children Wesley Lawson and Adrienne (Adam) Burton and grandsons, Jake and...

Nov 26, 2024

Richard "Richie" Rocco Zaia went home to be with the Lord on November 26, 2024, at age 79, in Leesburg, Virginia.

He was reunited with his parents, John and Margaret, twin brother Ronnie, older brother Joey, daughter-in-law Theresa and granddaughter Ashley in Heaven. He was the beloved husband of Patricia, devoted father to Jeff, Daniel, Karen (Berny),...

Nov 20, 2024

We will be having a family gathering Tuesday December 3rd at 1:00pm at Colonial Funeral Home.

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Nov 18, 2024

Wanda Doll Shoemaker (Aged 92) of Leesburg, VA died peacefully on November 18, 2024, at The Ashleigh in Leesburg, VA. Born in Vonore, TN on September 1, 1932, to Mattalea Williams Doll and Clarence Edward Doll, Sr. As a child during the Depression she and her family moved throughout the Midwest while her father built bridges for the American...

Nov 17, 2024

Holly Elizabeth Fuller was born on October 1, 1989, in Leesburg, Virginia and passed on November 17, 2024, at the young age of 35. She died peacefully after a long hard-fought 2-year battle with leukemia. Holly is survived by her husband, Austin Brandt, (Washington, DC), her parents, Robert Fuller and Joy Spencer-Fuller, (Washington, DC and Marco Island, FL), her...

Nov 15, 2024

Family will recieve friends on Wednesday, November 27, 2024, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am at St. John the Apostle Catholic Church, 101 Oakcrest Manor Drive NE., Leesburg, VA  20176 where a mass will be held at 10:00 am.  Interment to follow at St. John the Apostle Catholic Cemetery.

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Nov 12, 2024

After living a very long life of 96 years, Ruth Bezek passed away from respiratory issues on November 12, 2024, at Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg.

Ruth was born on March 6, 1928, in Waltham, MA, to parents Horace and Marguerite Hann. They moved to central Florida to be closer to her grandparents, who taught Ruth and...

Nov 10, 2024

Nicole Charlotte Hamm passed away Sunday, November 10, 2024. It is believed that it was caused by dancing her way into the heavens after attending a Dave Matthews concert.

Let us share with you a short little note to remember a vibrant, beautiful, intelligent soul and one bad ass "B" if needed, that we all loved named...

Nov 4, 2024

'It is with our deepest sorrow and extremely heavy hearts that we share the passing of our beloved son, Ollie Campbell Buckley, who left us on 11/4/24 at 17 years old, leaving a void in our hearts that will never be filled.

Ollie was our light and joy, and our teacher in many ways. He was a...

Nov 3, 2024

Wesley Michael Harris (1983-2024)

We mourn the loss of Wesley Michael Harris, 41, who passed away on November 3, 2024, in Springfield, Virginia. Wesley was born on February 25, 1983, at Holy Cross Memorial Hospital, Silver Spring, Maryland to Father Stephen Harris and Mother Cheryl Harris.

Wesley was predeceased by his greatly missed...

Nov 3, 2024

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Nov 1, 2024

Debra Teresa Spears, 61, of Ashburn, Virginia passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2024, at Inova Loudoun Hospital in Leesburg, Virginia.

Debbie was born on March 20, 1963, in Detroit, Michigan to the late LC Spears and Bertha (Brown) Spears and grew up in Fountaintown, Indiana. She is survived by her beloved daughter, Michelle Reeves of Ashburn,...

Oct 30, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Burgan Byron Pugh Jr. on October 30, 2024. Born on September 14, 1939, Burgan led a life marked by dedication, service, and love.

After graduating from high school, Burgan enlisted in the U.S. Navy, proudly serving his country for 20 years as a submariner. His naval...

Oct 30, 2024

It is with great sadness we announce the loss of our beloved stepdad, pappaw, great pappaw, brother, uncle, great uncle, and friend to many, Arthur Carroll Peacock, who passed away at home on October 30, 2024.

Carroll was predeceased by his parents, Aurthur and Mae Peacock, of Paeonian Springs, and his beloved wife of 35 years, Nancy...

Oct 30, 2024

Virgil Eugene "Gene" Hose, 82, passed away on October 30, 2024, in Deale, Maryland. Born on October 2, 1942, Gene dedicated his life to his faith, his family, and his farming. Gene managed Janelia Farm and later worked as a Mechanical Engineer for various companies that acquired Janelia Farm. Known for his hardworking nature, Gene was not only a...

Oct 30, 2024

Charlene Callahan Wyman, age 79, after many years of challenging illnesses, left to begin her promised eternal life on October 30, 2024,in Ashburn Virginia; peacefully, in her home, with her loving husband of 56 years by her side.  Born on July 25, 1945, to John Thomas and Jean Elizabeth Callahan (née Sullivan), Charlene was a devoted wife to husband...