On July 4, 2021, Vonnie Leigh Shields of Woodbridge, VA died at her residence.She was born on June 23, 1931 to the late Charlie L. Sherrill and Mary Lucy Marr in Charlottesville, VA.She is survived by her son, Kenneth Lee Shields of Arlington, VA, one sister, Paula Beldon of Manassas, VA and one brother William (Carolyn) Graham of Massapequa Park, NY.Preceded in death were five brothers, Avery, Ernest, Clarence, Roy and Freddie Sherrill and one sister Mary Jacks. Many nieces, nephews and other family members survive.On Thursday July 15, 2021, at Mountcastle Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Blvd., Dale City, VA., family will receive friends between 10-11am followed by a memorial service from 11am-12pm. Services will be given by Pastor Bill Frasnelli of Jubilee Christian Center, Fairfax, VA
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Join us for An Evening in Paris, an unforgettable soirée celebrating the best of French culture. Experience an immersive evening filled with gourmet French cuisine, refined wines, captivating live music, and the irresistible ambiance of the City of Light. Whether you’re a lifelong Francophile or simply love a night of sophistication, this is a celebration you won’t want to miss.
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Calling all WSHS Class of 1975 graduates! Our class has planned our 50-Year Class Reunion to be held September 26-28, 2025 in Woodbridge, Virginia. Reunion details and registration information are available to be sent to you.
To find out more, please email our reunion committee at [email protected]
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