Obituaries

Dec 5, 2009

The woods are quiet, the rivers are still. Outdoorsman Rodney "Rod" Arthur Metschke of Ashburn, VA passed away on December 5, 2009 while on a hunting trip in Romney, WV. A lover of nature, Rod and his fiancé, Lynn, spent many happy hours tucked away in their "little cabin in the woods".

Rodney was one of two sons born...

Dec 3, 2009

Nancy Lee Miller, 62, on Thursday, December 3, 2009, at her Leesburg home surrounded by her family. She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Jon H., her sons Michael Andrew, David Aaron and Matthew Adam, and 7 grandchildren, all of Loudoun County. After raising her children, Nancy worked with the Loudoun County Public Library and her family's home...

Nov 25, 2009

Jeanie Catherine Coletti, age 58, passed away November 25, 2009 in Leesburg, Virginia. She was born on December 14, 1950 to the late Robert and Betty Coletti of Darien, Connecticut. She attended Bridgeport University where she earned her bachelor of arts in elementary education, and she later completed graduate work in accounting at Catholic University. She volunteered at the Salvation...

Nov 18, 2009

Joan D. Atkins passed away on November 18, 2009. She was born in Washington, D.C. on May 27, 1928 to proud parents Craigen Ward and Margaret (Griner) Donaldson. She and her family continued living in Washington, D.C. where she attended school. After graduation, she went on to attend George Washington University where she met Thomas R. Atkins. They were later...

Nov 15, 2009

Margaret L. Sterrett passed away on November 15, 2009. She was 79 years old. She grew up in Texas and attended school at West Texas State College as an art student. She held a variety of jobs during and after college. She spent several years working as a bookkeeper for First National Bank and as a secretary for the Tulia...

Nov 15, 2009

Ana Belinda Lopez 49, passed away on November 15, 2009. Belinda was born in Tegucigalpa, Honduras on January 4, 1960 to parents Vidal and Rosa Echeverria. She and her husband, Maximiliano, made their home in Ashburn, Virginia. Belinda was self-employed as a hair dresser. Belinda is survived by her husband Maximiliano Lopez, children; Jenica Quintanilla, Karla E. Ramos and Jose...

Nov 14, 2009

A strong woman whose life was devoted to loving her family. This is how those who knew her would describe Gloria Lopez Abreu. Gloria passed away on November 14, 2009. She was born in Naguab, Puerto Rico to proud parents Luis Lopez and Monserte Oritez on November 10, 1936. While vacationing in New York, Gloria met Angel Abreu. She later...

Nov 13, 2009

Diana Johns passed away on Friday November 13, 2009. She had been seriously ill for several years, fighting for survival so she could stay with her four children (Matt 21, Nick 13, Mitchell 11, and Sean 8). Her role as a Mom was central to her life but she had a big heart which enabled her to touch the lives...

Nov 13, 2009

Mary Louise Frye, a constant advocate and lover of animals, passed away after losing her battle with cancer on Friday, November 13, 2009 at 12:15 PM at the home of her sister, Betty Blaylock, who lovingly cared for her in recent days. To all who knew Mary, they knew her strength and determination were as powerful as her love for...

Nov 12, 2009

Quiet and gentle to the world, bold and strong to self and family. This is how one would describe Elwood Simpson. Mr. Simpson passed away on November 12, 2009 at the age of 71. Born in Lorton, Virginia, he was the son of Samual Garrison and Annie Lee (Cornwell) Simpson. Before moving to Sterling, Virginia, Mr. Simpson lived in Gilbert's...

Nov 7, 2009

Ernest T. Herndon, Sr., 85, of Leesburg, passed away November 7th, 2009 at the Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Leesburg. Born October 6th, 1924 in Leesburg, Virginia, he was the son of Roland Herndon and Ethel Thompson Herndon. On April 7th, 1946 in Leesburg, he married the former Martha Gray Kephart, who preceded him in death on December 2nd, 1995....

Nov 4, 2009

One less smile is glowing today with the passing of Pamela "Pammie" Moriarity. She passed away on November 4, 2009. Pammie was born in Loudoun County on October 28, 1952. She grew to be a lively person who did not just love life, but embraced it. A real people person, she loved living in a group home being surrounded by...

Oct 19, 2009

Landon Osburn Wynkoop, 86, of Leesburg, died October 19, 2009 at Sunrise Assisted Living in Countryside. Born on April 3, 1923 in Round Hill, Virginia, he was the only child of Landon Hammerly Wynkoop and Rosa Elizabeth (Turner) Wynkoop. Mr. Wynkoop was a graduate of Round Hill High School and The College of William and Mary. He retired from the...

Oct 14, 2009

Betty was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on August 23, 1918. Her parents George Edward Wahl and Lillian Stubel Wahl lived on Spring Garden Street in downtown Philadelphia. She was an only child. Betty grew up on Spring Garden Street and attended Girls High School. After high school, she attended and graduated from Beaver College in Glenside Pennsylvania, which is now...

Oct 11, 2009

The world is a sadder place in the passing of Paul Michael "Nook" Sims. Paul, a resident of Leesburg, Virginia was 49 years old. He was born in New Britain, Connecticut on November 2, 1959 to Ruth Sims and the late James Sims. He had been employed at Barbar and Ross in Leesburg as a glass cutter. A 1978 graduate...

Oct 10, 2009

One less flower is in bloom today. A truly remarkable person, Mary Frances Mitchell, passed away on October 10, 2009. Parents Frank and Mary Johnson were blessed with the birth of Mary Frances on July 11, 1950, in Alexandria, Virginia. She grew up in Annandale, Virginia; attending St. Michael's School. Mary Frances, "Fran" as she was known to family and...

Oct 9, 2009

Jean E. McLain of Leesburg, VA passed away on October 9, 2009. Mrs. McLain was 55 years old. A loving and caring lady, she devoted her life to others. She proudly served her community as a member of the Leesburg Volunteer Fire Department for over 20 years. Mrs. McLain had a special place in her heart for children. She was...

Oct 8, 2009

On October 8, 2009 the clouds passed over earth for a little while. After years of bringing sunshine to the hearts of many, Jean Marie Conley passed away at 86 years young. One of three children, Jean was born in Warren, Pennsylvania on March 11, 1923 to Arch W. and Sadie Lorena (Merrill) Miller. She graduated from Alleghany College in...

Oct 4, 2009

In Memoriam Marilyn A. Eckert, M.D. May 10, 1926 - October 4, 2009 Marilyn A. Eckert, M.D., served as a tireless advocate for the poor throughout her career as a family doctor in West Virginia. She retired at age 72 and later moved to northern Virginia in 2000 where she pursued her interests in the arts and participated actively in...

Oct 2, 2009

Mildred J. Watts died Friday, October 2, 2009 at the age of 87. She was born September, 24, 1922 in Washington, DC and spent the majority of her life living in the northern Virginia area. She is pre-deceased by her husband after 51 years of marriage, Richard E. Watts, Sr. and her son Kenneth L. Watts. She is survived by...