Obituaries

James Charles Little, Sr., age 82, of Dale City, VA, passed away on May 21, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Della “Irene” Little. Loving father of Jim Little (Freda), Kathy Murafsky (Buddy) and Debra Melendez (Johnny). Cherished grandfather of 6 and great grandfather of 10. Dear brother of Marybell Burch (Billy), Betty Burchfield (Late James), Kathy Morgan (Wayne), William Little (Shirley), Clarence Little (Janie), and Bob Little (Joyce). Adored companion of Corinne Potvin. James was predeceased by a sister Mavis Hoffa, whose husband Bill still survives. James was an Air Force Veteran and owned a home remodeling company.

The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Wednesday, May 28, 2014 from 6 to 8 PM, where funeral services will be held Thursday at 11:30 AM. Interment with Air Force Honors will follow at 1 PM at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Good Shephard Lutheran Church or a charity of the donor’s choice. 

Wilfred R. “Sonny” Kurtz, 76, of Woodbridge, died on May 20, 2014. He is survived by his wife, Lisa L. Kurtz; his mother, Edna Kurtz; his daughters, Lisa Kurtz and Laura Dotson and her husband Joe; grandchildren, Marty Condrey, Michael Davis, Christopher Kenworthy, Hannah and Seth Kurtz, and Gracie Dotson; great-grandchildren, Chloe and Phoenix. He […]

Brandon Todd Bryan, age 17, of Dumfries, VA, passed away on May 20, 2014. Beloved son of Dawn Anderson and Jason Bryan. Loving brother of Tyler Kedzierski. Cherished grandson of Sharon Bryan (Late Marvin), Carol Green (Joe), and Glenn Anderson (Teresa). Adored uncle of Makayla Kedzierski. Brandon was a student at Forest Park High School.

The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Friday, May 23, 2014 from 10 AM until time of service at 12 Noon. Interment will follow in Abel Family Cemetery which is on the grounds of Quantico National Cemetery.

This note is in loving memory of Ana Cristina Alschen. Affectionately known as “Ana”, “Cristina”, “Cristinita”, “Señora” or any variations of these names by her friends and family.

She was born in El Salvador to Julio Montes and Enriqueta Martinez. In early January of 1949, her mother, 8 months into her pregnancy, fell ill and went into labor early on January 6th. Some may argue that my mother’s feisty demeanor (and not my grandmother’s illness) that forced her into premature labor! Since very early in her life, she faced a multitude of challenges since day one. At age three, she contracted polio, which led to years of surgeries and grueling physical therapy. However, these circumstances did not defeat her, instead it was her catalyst to push forward and overcome any obstacle presented to her. At the age of 7, on crutches, she requested a bike and taught herself to ride it. At school, she maintained a perfect grade point average from grammar school through her university years. She learned to drive at the age of 12 and got her license at 15 with the help of her uncle who “inflated” her age by 3 years. Well read and worldly, she loved to converse and fervently debate for hours on a plethora of topics such as politics, religion, music, economics, geography, science and her favorite – sports! Sports represented much more than a game to her. Sports epitomized competitiveness. In addition, they fostered loyalty, required commitment, forced discipline and undoubtedly a lot of persistence – these were the principles she lived by. When people remember her, the words “headstrong”, “tenacious”, “courageous”, “feisty” and “opinionated” come to mind. Her character was strong and she definitely had a presence. Despite her underlying feelings, she had such a self confidence that was admirable. No challenge was above her and nothing was impossible. The sky was the limit!

FRANCES ELIZABETH CLARK SNEAD, age 79, passed away at her home on Tuesday, May 20, 2014.

She was born on July 5, 1934 in Durham, NC to the late Samuel and Mazie (Mann) Clark. She married Henry Glenn Snead on July 4, 1953. Mrs. Snead worked at the blood bank in Chapel Hill, NC drawing blood. She later retired as an Administrative Supervisor from Prince William County Fire/Rescue. Mrs. Snead was a strong and independent woman of faith. She was a wonderful loving mother and grandmother.

FRANKLIN CARL HURST, age 74 of Haymarket, Virginia passed away Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at his residence.

Frank was born November 14, 1939 in Loudoun County son of the late Carl Raymond and Cora Belle (Thompson) Hurst. He was employed with Vulcan Material as a plant mechanic for 26 years.

THOMAS GERARD MASTERSON, age 54, of Bristow, VA passed away Monday, May 19, 2014 at his residence. He was born on June 29, 1959 in Woburn, MA the son of the late Charles J. and Catherine V. (Duran) Masterson. He was an agent with the O’Brien & Associates in Manassas, VA

Survivors include his loving wife, Elizabeth A Masterson; three children, Mariclare Masterson of Washington, DC, Thomas C. Masterson and Maggie E. Masterson both of Manassas, VA; one brother, Charles J. Masterson of Woburn, MA and three sisters, Charlene A. Cunningham of Orlando, FL, Elaine M. Chippola and Patricia E. Chisholm both of Woburn, MA.

John Henry Cobb age 85 of Manassas, VA died at his residence on Sunday, May 18, 2014.

He was a heavy equipment operator for R.C. Hawkins for 25 years before retiring. He came to Manassas in 1959 from Buckingham County, VA and he enjoyed gardening, hunting, fishing and spending time with his family. He also enjoyed spending time with anyone that enjoyed life in general, worked hard and loved the simple things in life. He would tell ya ” pull up a chair and sit awhile

Jennifer Lynn Thompson, age 38 of Warrenton, VA died on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her father Gerald Lee Sonnenberg and her grandparents James Paul Schwartz, Sr., Gerald George Sonnenberg and Elizabeth F. Sonnenberg. She is survived by her mother and stepfather Maggie and Mike Garvey; her grandparents Dorothy and Bob Thomson and her step grandparents Rose Garvey and Charles E. Garvey. A memorial service will be held at Pierce Funeral Home, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 at 11:00 AM with the family receiving friends one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers the family suggest that donations be made to Inova Health System Foundation, 8110 Gatehouse Road 200E, Falls Church, VA 22042 and check Memo #301-Dr. Waziri’s Brain Cancer Research Fund or visit https://foundation.inova.org/thompsonmemorial