Obituaries

Mary Jane Perry died suddenly, yet peacefully on Thursday, March 23rd. Mary Jane was an amazing person. She was the loving wife and best friend of Raymond F. Perry; beloved sister of Genevieve, Joan and Patricia; devoted mother of Bonnie, Kevin, Sean and Lea; and best grandmother in the world of Meghan, Ashleigh, Connor, Kyle, Brian, Aaron, Malia, Aiden, Izzy and Owen.

Mary Jane was a registered nurse, who delighted in caring for all whom she encountered. She was extravagantly generous with her time and love, regardless of whether or not she had known you for minutes or decades. Mary, quick to laugh delighted in all aspects of life. She and Ray loved to travel, from Hong Kong, Ireland, Hungary and Hawaii, to Rehoboth and Williamsburg.


Event

Join us on Sunday, May 31st, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM for a beautifully curated afternoon celebrating the romance and inspiration of European travel. We recommend arriving at 2:45 PM for the best seating. We’ll begin with a brief presentation highlighting unforgettable journeys along Europe’s iconic rivers with AmaWaterways, followed by a special screening of Under the Tuscan Sun — a heartwarming story set against the breathtaking landscapes of Tuscany and the transformative power of embracing life abroad. A minimum $5 per person donation to Manna Food Center is required to attend, and we are proud to match donations up to $500. You may also elect to donate more. Non-perishable food donations are also warmly welcomed. Raffle proceeds will benefit Manna as well, helping provide nourishment and support to families in our community. Come immerse yourself in the beauty of Europe, enjoy wonderful company, and make a meaningful difference. We look forward to welcoming you.


News

WOODBRIDGE, Va. — From 50,000 feet, the 10-mile stretch of the Interstate 95 E-ZPass Express Lanes proposed by the Virginia Department of Transportation is known as “Component 3A” of the Atlantic Gateway project launched by Governor Terry McAuliffe (D-VA) last year.

From ground level, the new express lanes extension proposal is a step in the right direction according to Lorenza Cooper who said: “they’re not extending is as far as it needs to go.” Cooper, was one of the attendees looking over the express lanes maps and fliers at a VDOT public information meeting March 21 at Freedom High School in Woodbridge. He is a Stafford resident that uses the existing lanes when he has to but admits the tolls are something he’s not comfortable with. “I only take small segments since it’s so expensive,” Cooper said.


Obituaries

On Wednesday, March 22, 2017, JAMES LOVETT, SR. departed this life at his home in Dale City, VA. He was the beloved husband of Ilka A. Lovett, to whom he was married for 65 years. He was also the devoted father of one son, the late James, Jr. (Tawanda), and three daughters, Pamela, Kimberley, and Sonya. He is also survived by and will continue to live through his twelve grandchildren and twenty great-grandchildren, as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Loved ones may call at Mountcastle Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Blvd, Dale City, VA., on April 2, 2017 between 1-3pm, with a small service to follow. The family also asks that any memorial contributions be made to the American Heart Association and/or the Veterans of Foreign Wars.

Internment will take place at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date.


Obituaries

Joseph D Cooper, Jr. passed away on March 14, 2017. He is survived by his mother Betty Cooper, 3 daughters Valarie Fountaine, Brittany King and Krista Forcier, his partner Pegi McCauley and 7 grandchildren. Joe Cooper had a profound influence on the national intelligence community throughout his career. He was a US Army CI Officer […]


Obituaries

Stephen Meredith Farmer, age 68, of Nokesville, VA passed away Sunday, March 19, 2017 at the Inova Fairfax Hospital.

He was born on May 16, 1948 in Cleveland, Tennessee the son of the late Clifton and Virginia (Storm) Farmer. He was lawyer, Stephen M. Farmer PC, practicing law in the northern Virginia area for over three decades.


News

From Prince William County Police:

Attempted Bank Robbery ARREST – Upon further investigation into the reported attempted bank robbery which occurred at the BB&T Bank located at 13920 Noblewood Plz in Woodbridge on March 22, detectives have charged the driver of the suspect vehicle involved, identified as James Robert MOTON.