Obituaries

Joseph James Woods, 79, of Woodbridge, VA. died peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on January 29, 2014.

Joe was born June 27, 1934 to the late Joseph George and Mary R. Woods in Arlington, MA. He was a veteran of the Korean and Vietnam wars giving 23 years to his country in the U.S. Air Force. During this time, he was appointed to the Joint Chiefs of Staff and was awarded several citations including the Bronze Star for meritorious service. After his military retirement, Joe worked for 23 years as a Supervisor for Northern Virginia Community College. He received an Emeritus Award after retirement from NOVA in 2003. Joe was a loving husband, devoted father, and grandfather. He enjoyed stamp & coin collecting and civil war relic hunting.

Obituary for Delores Ione Rison

Delores Ione Rison, 85, of Milford, VA, passed away on January 29, 2014. Beloved wife of the late Russell C. Rison. Loving mother of Georgia Herrell (Marvin); Lucille Dodson (Richard Minter); Russell D. Rison (Rosemary); Mitchell P. Rison ; and Teny Cahill (Bobby). Cherished grandmother of 22. Great Grandmother and Great Great Grandmother to many. The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Sunday, February 1, 2014 from 1 to 5 PM, where services will be held on Monday at 12 Noon. Interment will follow at Dumfries Cemetery. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Mary Washington Hospice, www.marywashingtonhealthcare.com/services/hospice or the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org/donate

James B. Pittman, 90, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on January 27, 2014. Beloved husband of the late Grace Pittman. Loving father of Randy Pittman (Sandra); Sherry Lucas ( Herbert); Brenda Simmons; Eddie Pittman (Lisa); and Jennifer Via (Jl). Cherished grandfather of 20, great grandfather of 38 and 1great great grandson. Dear brother of Mildred Herndon and Elizabeth Williams. Mr. Pittman was predeceased by his sons Alec Pittman (Late Sharon) and Jeff Pittman (Late Patty), as well as a sister Doris Sears. James was a Navy Veteran of World War II. The family will receive friends at the MOUNTCASTLE TURCH FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Monday, February 3, 2014 from 2 to 4 PM and 6 to 8 PM, where a funeral service will be held Tuesday at 12 Noon. Interment will follow in Quantico National Cemetery with Navy Honors at 1:30 PM.

William C. Hare, Jr. 85, died on January 21, 2014 at Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, Woodbridge, VA. Mr. Hare worked as a Financial Officer for the United States Court of Claims for many years. He was also the President of the Woodbridge Chapter of the Jr. Chamber of the Commerce of America. Mr. Hare enjoyed sports and automobiles.

He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Dolores Hare; his sons, Steve Hare and his wife April, and Phillip Hare; his grandson, Alexander Hare; and his sister, Joyce Ewansky.

Obituary for David Edward Whitman

David Edward Whitman, 72, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on January 22, 2014. Beloved husband of Patricia A. Whitman. Loving father of Kimberly L. Whitman and Christopher D. Whitman (Joy) and their 4 children. Step father of Cindy Weare and John Weare (Martha) and their children Ashley and Melissa Weare. Dear brother of Marilyn Cellucci (Bill), Pamela Whitman (Stephen); and Carl Whitman (Rebecca). Mr. Whitman was an Army veteran of the Vietnam War.

Mason E Gough, Jr., went home to be with the Lord on 1/21/2014. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Dolores; his sons, Mason E Gough III(Kill Devil Hills, NC), Steven D. Gough/Carolyn (Stafford, VA);4 grandchildren, Barbara Strawser, Stephanie Gough, Tamara Goode and Karen Anderson; 5 great grandchildren, Cameron Strawser, Willow Mitchell, Danielle Mullins, Kristyn Mullins and Zachary Anderson and his sisters, Ruth Daffan, Senia Merchant and Dorothy Crummit.

A visitation for Mr. Gough will be held on Friday, January 24 from 7 to 8:30 at Triangle Baptist Church. A Life celebration service will be held on Saturday, January 25 at 12pm at Triangle Baptist Church, followed by interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens.

Obituary for Elbert “Bud” R. Turner

Elbert “Bud” R. Turner, 76, passed away last Tuesday January 21, 2014. Elbert was born in Graymont Georgia to Lewis and Louis Turner. After a brief time in the military, Elbert settled in Northern Virginia where he worked for many years as an Electrical Engineer. Elbert was a Grand Master and a founding member at the Dale City Mason Lodge.

Evan L. Day, 54, of Woodbridge, Virginia lost his battle with cancer on January 20, 2014 in his home surrounded by his family. Mr. Day is survived by his wife of 34 years, Gail Day; his sons, Dustin and Michael Day; his parents, Clarence and Earline Day; and his brother, Norman Day.

The family will receive friends from 7pm to 9pm on Friday, January 24, 2014 at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Blvd, Dale City, VA 22193. A Life Celebration service will be held at 10am on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at the funeral home, followed by interment at King David Cemetery, Falls Church, Virginia.

 passed away in her home  Sunday with her children by her side. Helen was born in London, England to Joseph Wesley and Florence Dolby. Helen met and fell in love with the late George L. Beucher when he was stationed in London. After they married they moved to the United states where they settled in and made a home for the family. Helen was known for her caring, giving nature and had a wonderful zest for life. She absolutely enjoyed spending time with her family.

She is survived and deeply missed by daughter Debbie, son Tony, grandchildren, Nicole, Brandon, Jamie, Shawn and Patrick; and one great grandchild Bella; one sister Dorothy and a host of other family and friends. Friends and family will gather at Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home 4143 Dale Blvd. Dale City, VA. 22193 on Saturday January 25th, 2014 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. A service will be held at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.

Ricky Lee Hogsett, 54, of Elkton, passed away Tuesday, January 21, 2014 at his home.

Mr. Hogsett was born January 17, 1960 in Waynesboro to Betty Sensabaugh Hogsett Berry and the late Maynard Hogsett. He was also preceded in death by his step-father, J. Roger Berry.