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Vernon (Vern) Roy Garner, 67, peacefully passed away September 13, 2017, after a courageous five-year battle with a rare brain disease. Vern was born December 16, 1949, to Carrie and the late Dennis Garner, in Washington, D.C., the second child of seven. He graduated from Osbourn High School, Manassas, Virginia, in 1968.
Those left behind to cherish his memory include his loving wife of 37 years, Barbara; daughter Melissa (Robert); daughter Julie (Greg); grandchildren Madeline, Benjamin, Josephine and Ava; brother Larry (Brenda); sisters Gloria, Sherry, Donna (George) and Brenda (Tim); numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and an abundance of friends, colleagues and neighbors. Vern was predeceased by his brother Dwayne, his first wife Bonnie and others dear to him.
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PRINCE WILLIAM COUNTY — The founder of Pearmund Cellars in Fauquier County is ready to open his next venue, in Prince William.
A new winery, Effingham Manor, will open by the end of the month on Trotters Ridge Place in Nokesville. It will sit on the site of a 250-year-old plantation built for William Alexander, the great grandson of John Alexander for whom Alexandria, Va. is named.
Join the New Dominion Choraliers put on a concert to honor the 250th Anniversary of the USA! The music in this choral concert captures the heart and soul of the American spirit through patriotic tunes and songs from the heartland. Joining the chorus are dancers from Dance Etc. School of the Arts and accompaniment from the talented members of Legacy Brass.
This family friendly and FREE event is perfect for young and old. Kids, parents, and grandparents will be familiar with many of the songs in this inspirational program. There are two opportunities to attend: Saturday, May 2 at 7:30 pm or Sunday, May 3 at 3:30 p.m.
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James Lester Buckler, age 79, of Gainesville, Virginia passed away Tuesday, September 12, 2017 at the Novant Health Prince William Medical Center.
Jim was born on October 1, 1937 in Washington, DC the son of the late Andrew Thomas & Carrie Jane (Tippett) Buckler, Sr. Jim retired as a Director of Information Systems Division for the Navy Federal Credit Union. Jim served in the US Air National Guard. He enjoyed Civil War History, Genealogy and travel. He had the ability to make everyone laugh and feel comfortable around him.
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MANASSAS — A United Bank location in Manassas was robbed today.
A man walked into the financial center at 9626 Center Street at 1:27 p.m., implied he had a gun, and demanded cash.
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William Anthony Little who was born on July 17,1937 and passed away on September 11, 2017. Born in New Jersey, he was predeceased by his parents, William Frances Little and Susanna Dempsey Little. He is survived by his wife Julie and his children Julie (Mark) Schweber, Tricia Little, William Little and Anthony Little. His five grandchildren and one great grandchild will all miss him and hold his memory close. He is also survived by his sisters Elizabeth Johansen and Margaret Ballasare and his brother John Little.
William enjoyed spending time outside. he liked to garden and enjoyed taking long walks. He enjoyed listening to music, in particular "swing" music. You could often find him watching PBS, the History Channel and National Geographic on TV. William enjoyed spending time on his computer. He also liked to exercise. He will be missed by all who knew him.
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WOODBRIDGE — For these cops, life is a highway.
As the Rascal Flatts song of the same namesake played in the background, motorcycle officers from across the region, and country converged on Potomac Mills mall in Woodbridge for the annual Mid-Atlantic Police Rodeo.