Joan Elaine Porter
Mar 18, 2025
Joan Elaine Porter passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025, surrounded by friends at INOVA Hospital in Fairfax from complications from her decades long battle with cancer. Joan was born on October 8, 1948 in New York, NY to John O. and Bessie Elvira (Thornton) Porter. Following graduation she moved to the Washington, DC area where she spent her last...
Walter Dean Lerchenfeld
Mar 18, 2025
Walter Dean Lerchenfeld, known for his goofy humor and kind spirit, passed away on March 18, 2025, after a hard-fought battle with cancer. Born on August 25, 1956, in Potsdam, New York, Walter spent his life dedicated to both his family and his passion for cars and motorcycles.
Walter's career as an automotive mechanic became more than just a job; it...
Marcelo Marcial Guzman Villarroel
Mar 18, 2025
God blessed us with 34 wonderful years with Marcelo, leaving us with bittersweet feelings—happy that he is no longer in pain, but saddened that he is no longer with us. A few words that describe Marcelo are altruistic, compassionate, humorous, and strong. Whenever someone asked for a favor or help, Marcelo only requested their company in return. Moments spent with...
Germaine (Jeri) Anna Hughes
Mar 18, 2025
OBITUARY OF GERMAINE ANNA HUGHES
Germaine Anna Hughes (Jeri), a beloved spouse, mother, veteran, business leader, and tireless advocate for justice, passed away on March 18, 2025, in Washington, D.C., after a courageous seven-year battle with lung cancer. She was 73 years old. Born on April 30, 1951, in Cleveland, Ohio, Jeri was known throughout her life for her sharp intelligence,...
Ricardo Alfredo Spalding, Sr.
Mar 17, 2025
Ricardo A. Spalding Sr., a cherished father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, peacefully departed this world on Monday, March 17, 2025, in Washington D.C. at the age of 71.
Born on August 30, 1953, in Colón, Panamá, Ricardo was a pillar of strength and protection in his family. Upon graduating from Rainbow City High School in 1972, Ricardo’s sense of...
Chi-Hsien Hsao
Mar 17, 2025
Chi-Hsien Hsao, aged 93, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025, in Virginia, U.S. Born on September 22, 1931, in Southern Taiwan, Chi-Hsien grew up in the small country town of Pak-káng amidst a Buddhist environment. She was the daughter of a poor countryside family and was one of seven siblings, all of whom have sadly passed before her.
Chi-Hsien began...
Sarah Jane Harrs
Mar 17, 2025
Sarah Jane Harrs, 87, of Arlington, Virginia, passed away peacefully on March 17, 2025. A beloved wife, sister, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Sarah or “Sally,” will always be remembered for her kindness, ready smile, keen wit, and endless love for and devotion to her family and friends.
Born on June 4, 1937, in Chicago, Sally was the eldest of three daughters...