Author: Potomac Local News

Obituary for Myrtle W. Senior

Myrtle W. Senior, 92, of Woodbridge, VA, died on Saturday, March 1, 2014, at her home in Woodbridge. “Myrt”, as she was known by her husband and close friends or “Mimi” as she was known by her grandchildren and many others, was born on March 26, 1921, to Laura May Shaw and Frank Wackenhut. She had lived in Philadelphia, PA, Woodbridge, VA, and Ocala, FL, before moving back to Woodbridge with her husband in the fall of 2009 to be near family. She was a kind, patient, loving soul and will be missed by many.

Zoila Morales, 72, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on February 28, 2014. Beloved wife of Juan F. Morales. Loving mother of Doris Lima (Marco), Jaime Morales (Patty), Omar Morales (Dolores) and the late Marlon Morales, whose wife Jennifer still survives. Cherished grandmother of Kassandra Lima, Zoila Recinos, Jaime Alberto Morales, Alex Francisco Morales, Benjamin Morales, Nicholas Boyd Morales, Jackson David Reyes, Marlon Reyes Morales, Kayla Morales, Jeramy Vanlanduit, Joshua Morales and Meghan Morales. Great grandmother of Olga, Julian and Katherine Isabella. Dear sister of Rosa Aida Montenegro, Lidia Montenegro, Mario Montenegro, Enrique Montenegro and the late Francisco Montenegro.

The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Tuesday, March 4, 2014 from 3 to 8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 at 2 PM at Holy Family Catholic Church, 14160 Ferndale Road, Dale City, VA 22193. Interment will be in Guatemala.

Donald Wayne Irby, 66, of Stafford, VA, passed away peacefully, on February 27, 2014, surrounded by his family. Loving father of Kim Gennarelli (Tom), and Donnie Irby (Dorie). Cherished grandfather of Kayla Welch (Andrew), Nick Gennarelli, Alexa Gennarelli, Alayna Irby, Alyssa Irby, Sebastian Arrington, Austin Arrington, and Kylie Arrington. Great Grandfather of Mason Welch. Beloved companion of Cindy Arrington. Dear brother of Patsy Cooper, Phyllis Dodge, Gerald Irby (Linda), Carrol Irby (Jeanette), Mike Irby (Ella Jane), and Butch Irby (Nancy). Also survived by his former spouses Karen Richardson and her daughter Michelle; and Nancy Irby Tate. Donald was predeceased by his brother Bobby.

The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Sunday, March 2, 2014 from 2 to 5 PM, where funeral services will be held Monday at 11 AM. Interment will follow at Stafford Memorial Park

Jessica Elizabeth Goff, 26, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on February 27, 2014. Beloved daughter of Mary Clover Goff and Billy Goff (Sheila). Loving mother of Braxton Clover Clyburn. Dear sister of Viola Kincaid, Laura Goff, Alison Goff and Joseph Goff. Also survived by numerous Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and other extended family and friends.

The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 13318 Occoquan Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191 on Friday, March 7, 2014 from 12 Noon until time of service at 2 PM. Interment will be private.

Thomas James Dempster, 64, of Woodbridge, VA passed away after a long battle with cancer on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 with his wife by his side. He served in the United States Marine Corps for 9 years and then worked as a government contractor in the IT field for over 40 years.

He was born in Long Branch, NJ and resided in Woodbridge, VA for the last 30 years. He lived life to the fullest and will be greatly missed by those who knew him. He loved cars, driving fast, new technology, target practice and reading Tom Clancy novels. He enjoyed traveling, spending time with his family and driving his Jeep on the beach.

Robert William Vitek (Bob), 75, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2014 after a brief illness at Fairfax Hospital in Falls Church, VA.

Bob was born on April 8, 1938 in Danbury, CT, son of the late William and Helen Damiano Vitek. Bob grew up in Pawling, NY and was a graduate of Pawling High School. After high school Bob enlisted in the United States Marine Corp and proudly served his country from 1955-1959 having achieved the rank of Sergeant.

William Roland “Widge” Fouts 93, passed away Thursday Feb 20, 2014 and goes forth to join his beloved wife Muriel, daughter, Aldora and grandson Ian.

He was born in Franklin, N.C. and resided most of life in Triangle, Virginia. A 32nd Degree Mason in the Quantico Masonic Lodge, he retired from civil service with the U.S. Government. He was a kind man with strong family values and will be greatly missed by all that knew him.

Thomas Joseph Thelen, 58, of Dale City, VA, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2014, at his home.

Tom was born on July 16, 1955, to Robert J. Thelen Sr. and the late Margaret Breit Thelen. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 7165 and an avid supporter of the March for Life. He will always be remembered as a loving son, brother, husband, father, grandfather, and friend. More than anything he loved his family.

Philadelphia, PA native and Dale City, VA resident Barbara Gardner, 62, died on Tuesday, February 18, 2014 at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center after a prolonged battle with cancer.

Barbara was a long-time employee of Raytheon, a former employee of Pan American Airlines, and a devoted mother and grandmother. She was an avid follower of the Washington Redskins and the Philadelphia Phillies.

Kenneth John Oliver, age 67, of Woodbridge, VA passed February 16, 2014 from chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He was the eldest son of Robert and Rita (Willock) Oliver who survive him. He was born December 11, 1946 in Washington, DC.

He graduated from Suitland High School, MD in 1964. He was a Combat Veteran having served in the U.S. Army for two years which included a tour in South Vietnam where he received the Purple Heart for wounds sustained in combat.