Frank R. Messier
Dec 31, 2025
Frank R. Messier, born on January 15, 1951, in Worcester, Massachusetts, passed away on December 31, 2025, in Alexandria, Virginia. He was a unique individual who left an indelible mark on the lives of those who knew him.
A graduate of Assumption College in 1973, Frank cultivated a deep appreciation for education throughout his life. His interests extended well beyond academics,...
Sung Moon Cho
Dec 30, 2025
Sung Moon Cho, born on December 4, 1943, passed away peacefully on December 30, 2025, at the age of 82. A man of deep faith and resilience, Sung Moon lived a life marked by enthusiasm and a genuine love for people.
Sung Moon was born in Hwanghae-do Province, Korea, to parents from a long lineage of landowners. From birth, he faced...
Mary Jo "Jody" McPherson
Dec 30, 2025
Mary Jo McPherson — "Jody" to her family and friends — died peacefully on December 30, 2025, in Arlington, Virginia. She was 88.
She was born on January 23, 1937, in Sullivan, Indiana. Her parents were William Nesbit McPherson, a teacher and Darke County (Ohio) Schools Superintendent, and Mary Elizabeth Steele, a high school teacher.
She was the valedictorian at Chillicothe High...