Author: Press Release

Maria Cecilia “Cece” V. Iroma, age 48, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on August 26, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Jaguanath El. Loving mother of Wendolyn Iroma – El. Dear sister of Janet Sorianosos (Federico), Maria Teresa Paspe (Othello), Henry Iroma (Bambie), and Maria Socorro Winston (Steve). She was predeceased by her siblings; Jonita Whitaker, Danilo Iroma, and Carlo Iroma. Jonita’s husband Eric, and Danilo’s wife Lourdes, still survive. Born in the Philippines, she is the daughter of the late Jose and Anita (Villanueva) Iroma. Also survived by her mother-in-law Wendolyn G. El, brother and sister-in-law; Rosie, Margaret, Michael, Matheno, and Dorcas, as well as several nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Cece was a kind and loving woman. Her family and friends were her heart and soul. She was actively involved in Wendolyn’s athletic career. She was well known to attend and support her daughter’s lacrosse teams at The Catholic University, John Paul the Great High School, and the Capital Lacrosse Club. Cece was a Manager at COSTCO in Woodbridge. She was a wonderful cook. Cece will be greatly missed by all who knew her.

Obituary is Pending

Ausbert Marion Houff, Jr., age 88, of Triangle, VA, passed away on August 24, 2017. Beloved husband of the late Margaret (Miller) Houff. Loving father of Diane Caulder (late Jimmy) and the late John Martin Houff (Sue). Cherished grandfather of Tina Kibler (Thomas), Derek Caulder, and Shane Caulder. Great grandfather of Antonio Kibler. Dear brother of the late Sara Goins. Also survived by his nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Born in Washington, DC to the late Ausbert Marion Houff, Sr., and Orpha Lennore (Remsberg) Houff. Ausbert was a groundskeeper for golf courses. He was very meticulous in his work. When time permitted, he and his family enjoyed Camping, fishing, boating and water skiing. In later years he liked to watch television, especially channel 7. He was a die hard Redskins fan, and made sure his immediate family were also fans.

Melvyn Thomas Adams, age 70 of Warrenton, VA died on August 22, 2017 at Fauquier Hospital.

He was born on November 15, 1946 in Wellsville, Ohio, son of the late Orval W. and Marjorie L. Adams. He was retired from the United States Army and a member of the American Legion. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother Orval F. Adams and his sisters Sherry Rohr and Linda Farnsworth.

Charles Erik “Rik” Miller, 70, of Haymarket passed on August 17, 2017 in Haymarket.

He had worked as a surveyor and had a great love of the outdoors. He was a member of the Appalachian Trail Club where he maintained a portion of Hightop Peak trail. He was a hiker, backpacker, enjoyed geo-caching, and photography. Most important was his time with family.

Phyllis Ann Smith of Ashburn, Virginia (The Wingler House) died peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 24, 2017 at The Adler Center for Caring (Hospice) in Aldie, VA.

Phyllis was born May 26, 1932, in Alexandria, VA to the late Charles B. and Capitola Jenkins. Phyllis attended Nursing School in Alexandria, Virginia and later became the Director of Nursing for The Goodwin House, Commonwealth Nursing Home and The Virginian.

Phyllis Ann Hammond Smith of Ashburn, Virginia (The Wingler House) died peacefully, surrounded by family, on August 24, 2017 at The Adler Center for Caring (Hospice) in Aldie, VA.

Phyllis was born May 26, 1932, in Alexandria, VA to the late Charles B. and Capitola Jenkins. Phyllis attended Nursing School in Alexandria, Virginia and later became the Director of Nursing for The Goodwin House, Commonwealth Nursing Home and The Virginian.