Kerri Ann Stephen, 34, died July 3, at her home in Dale City, VA. She was born in Burlington, VT, to Gayle Stephen Sanders and Craig Lee Stephen, and she continued to live with that Vermont independent spirit after the family moved to Virginia.

Kerri was extraordinarily smart, wickedly funny and beautiful, but it was her compassion that everyone admired most of all. She was an ally for any victim of injustice. She marched for affordable housing alongside homeless advocates Mitch Snyder and Philip Berrigan when she was just six years old, and was an ardent supporter of her former mayor, Sen. Bernie Sanders.

Richard Paul Sauchuck, age 57, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on June 30, 2017. Loving son of the late Paul and Dorothy (Capps) Sauchuck. Dear brother of Paula Lagos (late Bobby), Loretta Knight (Jack), Brenda Kerner (John), Randall Sauchuck (Karen Coughlin), and Regina Sauchuck. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family, including his “family” at The Grayson House, where he resided for the past 10 years.

Richard was a member of the Catholic faith and enjoyed attending mass with his sister Brenda. Richard loved nature and especially enjoyed participating in the Prince William County Horticultural Therapy Program. Spending time with his family, going out to eat, and listening to music were special joys in Richard’s life. He will be missed by all who knew him.

Willard Nace, Jr., age 70, passed away on Wednesday, June 28, 2017 at Novant Health Prince William Medical Center in Manassas, VA.

He was born on June 11, 1947 in Ohio to the late Willard Nace, Sr. and Eleanor Elizabeth Schardt Nace.

Margaret Abbott, age 79, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away suddenly on June 30, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Jimmy Abbott. Loving mother of Tony Abbott and Jimmy Abbott. Dear sister of Betty Lemay (late Jimmy), Shirley Demarcus (late Mark), Mike Anderson and Jimmy Anderson (late Ruby).

Margaret worked as a secretary in the publishing industry. She worked until her early 70’s. She loved her 2 cats; Topper and Snowball, and her dog; Coco. She also enjoyed feeding the birds and squirrels in her backyard. When time permitted, she liked to play Bingo and card games.

eland Ernest Fletcher (CWO4, USA, Ret.), age 84, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on June 30, 2017, with his beloved wife; Erna by his side. They had spent the last 61 years together. Leland was born in Weston,, OH on November 13, 1932 to the late Albert and Irene (Brown) Fletcher. He is also survived by his sisters Sharon Wulff (Gary) and Frances Ghaelen. His brother William predeceased him. Adored uncle of Rae Ann Ach, grand uncle of Leslie Baylie and great granduncle of Bridget.

Chief Fletcher proudly served our country in the United States Army for 26 years as a logistician He served in Germany, Korea and Vietnam After retirement, he could be found gardening, fishing, hunting or reading. His beloved wife was usually by his side.