Obituaries

Apr 25, 2023

It is with great sadness, we announce the passing of our Father, Grandfather and Great-Grandfather, Lawrence "LB" Brunetti, 96, of Leesburg, Virginia. Stubborn and opinionated with a heart of gold, he was a big presence and respected by many. Born and raised in Buffalo, New York, his parents, Elvira and Ernesto, as well as 5 siblings were the...

Apr 25, 2023

Dorothy Lorene Sheppard, 95, of Lorton, VA, passed away on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.

She was born on December 30, 1927, in Arlington, VA and was the daughter of the late Claude Conley Slusher, Sr. and Ruth Bucher Slusher. Dorothy was a business owner operating two firms- Stretch and Sew Fabrics in Springfield Plaza and DoRu Fabrics...

Apr 25, 2023

Kim Formisano, aged 67, passed away in Sterling, VA, on April 25, 2023, on a beautiful Spring day.

Kim was born and raised in Hempstead, NY. In his early 20s he moved to Wilmington, NC with his family. There he met his future wife and mother of his children, Donna Moorefield. They moved to Virginia...

Apr 22, 2023

Luzmina (Vargas-Sotomonte) Gardner

January 1st, 1947- April 22nd, 2023

Luzmina Gardner, 76, passed away on Saturday, April 22, 2023 in Aldie, Virginia. She was born on January 1st, 1947, in Moniquirá, Colombia, South America...

Apr 21, 2023

Robert Lee Lickey Sr., 83 went to be with the Lord on April 21 st , 2023 at Inova Loudoun Hospital.

Robert was born February 13 th , 1940 in Hamilton Virginia. He was preceded in death by his parents; James Foster and Myrtle Elizabeth. 11 brothers and sisters; son Robert Lee Lickey Jr. and...

Apr 20, 2023

David Michael Thorpe, aged 72 of Haymarket, Va. Passed away at Reston Hospital on April 20 th 2023.

He was born on January 1 st 1951 in Washington D.C. to Leroy Wallace Thorpe and Audrey Ailleen Todd. He is survived in this life by his beloved son Michael Adam Thorpe, daughter in law...

Apr 20, 2023

Liwayway P. Mendoza, also known as Auntie Baby by her friends and family, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2023 at Heritage Hall in Leesburg, VA. She was born on July 11, 1936 in Manila, Philippines to Maximo Mendoza and Consolacion Pabilic Mendoza. She is preceded in death by her parents, and her two brothers, Osmundo Fontanares and...

Apr 18, 2023

Randall "Randy" Curtis Westbrook, 60, of Ashburn, Virginia, passed away on April 18 th , 2023 in a hospital in Washington, DC. He is survived by his son Jason Westbrook of Ashburn, VA, former wife and good friend June Westbrook of Parker, CO, his sister Cheryl Hoffman of Los Angeles, CA, his brother Tony Westbrook of Sherman Oaks, CA,...

Apr 15, 2023

Diane Baker Costello of Leesburg, Virginia passed away at the UVA Health Prince William Medical Center on Saturday, April 15, 2023.  She was born February 18, 1946, in Brunswick, Maryland and recently celebrated her 77 th birthday.  Diane has been married to Phillip Marcus Costello for the past 58 years.  She is preceded in death by her beloved son,...

Apr 12, 2023

Mary Josephine Hogan of Leesburg, VA, passed away peacefully in her home on April 12, 2023.    She was born April 28, 1934 in Ravenna, Ohio.  Beloved wife of John F. Hogan Jr.; devoted mother of Christine Morris (Christopher), John F Hogan III (FL), Paula Hogan Brown (VA), Gregory Hogan (VA), Therese McIntosh (Guy) (NC), Kathleen Trexler (Edward) (NC), Susan...

Apr 12, 2023

Nicholas Demetri Kavoukas, 25, of Sterling, Virginia, unexpectedly passed away on April 12, 2023. Nicholas was born on February 21, 1998, to Jennifer Lee Kavoukas and Demetri Kavoukas Sr., in Fairfax, Virginia. Nicholas is survived by his parents, Jennifer and Demetri Kavoukas, his brother Demetri Jr., on his father's side, Grandfather, Triantafillos, Grandmother, Angeliki, Godmother, Lina Lemons, Great Aunt Brit,...

Apr 11, 2023

Caroline Alea Belcher, age 14, passed away peacefully at home in Ashburn, Virginia on April 11, 2023 surrounded by an endless amount of love from family and friends.

Caroline was born on February 6, 2009 in Fairfax, VA. She was a dream come true for her mom and dad, who had already been blessed with Caroline's older...

Apr 10, 2023

Obituary – Chester John Slevinski May 18, 1934 – April 10, 2023

Chester John Slevinski passed away on April 10, 2023 after a short illness. Born on May 18, 1934, Chester was the only child of Chester Stanley and Sophia (Kukulka) Slevinski.

Chester is survived by his wife Georgina of Leesburg, VA and his daughters...

Apr 9, 2023

Timothy (Timmy) Thomas Mente of Ijamsville, Md passed away suddenly in his home on Sunday, April 9th 2023.

Timmy was born on November 27th, 1967 in Pontiac, Michigan to Diana R. Smith and Thomas H. Mente.

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Apr 7, 2023

Richard E. Hetey, 79, previously of Syracuse, New York, recently relocated to Leesburg, VA and passed away on April 7, 2023 following his battle with Parkinson's.  Survived by his loving wife of 54 years Nancy (Tollar) Hetey, children Michael (Victoria) Hetey of Las Vegas, NV, daughter Julianne (Julio) Dominguez of Cincinnati OH, and Sara (David) LaLonde of Leesburg VA;...

Apr 6, 2023

Elaine Pappas Marshall, 67, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully into the arms of God on April 6, 2023. Although the last year of her life brought a challenging cancer diagnosis, Elaine's selfless spirit, humor, and God's grace were evident. Born in the Bronx, New York on January 19, 1956, she was the daughter of the...

Apr 6, 2023

Richard Hugh Hollenkamp, 91, of Fredericksburg, Virginia, died April 6, 2023.

He was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and had retired from twenty-five years as a public health director.  He was a loving husband and father.

Survivors are two daughters, Kimberley Hollenkamp and Glenda Hollenkamp, both of Leesburg, Virginia.

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Apr 5, 2023

Kathryn Nikkel passed away on April the 5 th 2023. She died with a smile, at home, in Martinsburg WV.

She was known for her passion and flair, and touched many lives across the United States and the world.  She was a musician, a dancer, a writer, a philosopher as well as a daughter, sister, wife, mother,...

Apr 3, 2023

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Our beloved, Patricia McCracken Sommers, peacefully made way to her Eternal home surrounded by her three loving daughters on April 3, 2023. Patsy, Pat, Mom, Granny, Great Granny, used interchangeably, but all-encompassing the wonderful path of her 89-year legacy.

Patsy was born in Washington DC on March 4, 1934to Harry Stearns and...

Apr 2, 2023

Erika Marie Turner, age 23, a beloved daughter, granddaughter, niece, cousin and friend left this world on April 2, 2023. She was born in Fairfax, Virginia on January 19, 2000 to Kerri and Joel Turner.

Although only 23 at the time of her death, Erika affected many people in her lifetime. She was deeply committed to educating...