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Mr. Marvin Clyde Smith, age 80, of Bracey, died January 2, 2016 in Retreat Hospital, Richmond. He was a retired Interior Communication Chief for the United States Navy.
Mr. Smith is survived by his wife of fifty-six years Myrtle Frances Smith, two daughters; Cynthia Lescault (Robert) and Mary Catherine Spooner (Mark) all of Gainesville, Va., two sons; Timothy D. Smith of Bracey and Andrew C. Smith (Lydia) of Richmond, a sister Jean Russell of Niceville, Fl., two brothers; Howard C. Smith, Jr of Clarksburg, WVA. and Gail Lee Smith (Sharon) of Venice, Fl., eleven grandchildren, five great grandchildren and a step brother Blaine Gooden of Maryville, TN. He was predeceased by a step brother Thomas Gooden.
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Annette (Adams) Lagerstrom, 81, widow of Ronald Norman Lagerstrom formerly of Robin Street in Staunton passed away Saturday, December 19, 2015 in Augusta Health in Fishersville.
Mrs. Lagerstrom was born on February 3, 1934 in Parowan, UT, a daughter of the late Frank Mitchell and Buyrle Emeline (Hibbert) Adams. Annette was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of the Latter-Day Saints. She retired from Prince William County Health Department as a Registered Nurse with 28 years of service, was a United States Navy nurse, enjoyed speed reading, classic books, cross stitching, knitting and crocheting.
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Mr. Fred Grady Church, 67, died Saturday, December 26, 2015, at Tucker Hospice House after many hospitalizations in the past three years, but living with a diagnosis of lymphoma since 2003.
The song by Tim McGraw, “Live Like You Were Dyin” never rang more true than watching Fred live each day to its fullest. He took great joy in worshiping the Lord and studying His word, going to church at CFA, visiting yard sales and flea markets, and planning family vacations.
A read-a-thon to celebrate the 129th birthday of legendary conservationist Aldo Leopold will be held on Sunday, January 10, at 2:30 p.m., at the Villages of Piedmont at Leopold’s Preserve in Haymarket.
Hear public figures, students, local conservationists, and community members read excerpts from “A Sand County Almanac,” one of Leopold’s best known books.
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After all the holiday hoopla is complete, give your Christmas tree, wreath and other cut greenery a fitting final resting place. Simply remove all ornaments, decorations, tinsel, nails and the tree stand and take the greenery to one of locations listed below to be recycled or repurposed.
The Prince William County Landfill at 14811 Dumfries Road in Manassas. Monday – Saturday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.;
Sunday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. The facility is closed New Year’s Day. 703-792-4670
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John Allen Surin Sr. 3/6/1967 – 12/8/2015 – 48 years of age Navy Veteran of Port Saint Lucie, Florida.
Survived by his son John Allen Surin Jr. His daughter Brittney, two grandchildren Joanna and Landon.Parents Joan & Paul Surin of Ft. Pierce, Fl. Four brothers Michael Surin (Kathleen); David Surin; Stephen Surin; Joseph Surin (Casondra). His Aunt Mary Ann Petricca and Aunt and Uncle Ronald & Phyllis Ziobroski. Several Nieces, nephews and cousins. Dorothy Villa devoted companion for the past several years. John was a graduate of Draper High School where he was involved with the marching band and several sports.
The Occoquan District Boy Scouts have partnered with the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation to help provide gifts to the community.
According to Ken Eggers, a member of the district Boy Scouts, Toys for Tots has declared December 19 ‘Scout Day’ at their Dumfries warehouse at 17001 Interstate Drive.
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On December 9th, 2015, Sherry Roberson of Lake Ridge, VA entered into eternal rest.
Sherry was born on August 13th, 1923 in Canton, Ohio to Leo Michael Schario and Anna T. Farrar. Sherry grew up in the Canton area with her brothers Leo and Jim. During World War II, she served in the United States Marine Corp, where she met her husband, Lt. Col. Clinton “Robbie” Roberson (deceased 2012) .