Dorothy Jean Ambrose

Mar 13, 2026

Dorothy Jean Ambrose (nickname Dotty) was born in Kingsport, Tennessee, on December 24, 1935, to Robert and Clara Huntsman. She enjoyed an idyllic childhood, growing up alongside her three sisters, Liz, Janice, and Judy, and spending time with cousins who lived nearby.



Dotty earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music from East Tennessee State University. After graduation, she moved to Arlington, Virginia,...

Marcella Mary Corbett

Mar 12, 2026

Marcella Mary McCarthy Corbett passed away peacefully at home on March 12, 2026, after a short illness, surrounded by her loving family.

Marcie was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose warmth, generosity, and joyful spirit shaped the lives of all who knew her. Known for her strong faith and love of bringing people together, she treasured time with family and...

John Arthur Combs, Jr.

Mar 12, 2026

Born on January 8, 1950 in Hartford, Connecticut, John Arthur Combs, Jr. passed away on March 12, 2026. A family man and successful entrepreneur, he will be greatly missed by his loved ones.

John is survived by his wife Grethe Winther; daughters, Janae Combs, Jenna Combs, and Sonja Twiford; son-in-law Nii Aryee; grandchildren NaaDzema Aryee and Josiah Aryee; and a host...

Marian H. Tatu

Mar 11, 2026

Marian Hanada Tatu took her last breath peacefully at home on March 11, 2026, with her three children, Fran Slaton, and Robin and Anthony Tatu, by her side. She was 92.

A dedicated reader, gardener, chef, and writer, Marian enjoyed a remarkable life. Raised on a tiny peach farm in Cutler, California, she lived through World War II and the internment...

Mychael Israel Torres

Mar 10, 2026

Mychael is the best of us.

She is who we all aspire to be—loving, selfless, and impactful.

Her curiosity arrived with her.

At just one year old, still toddling in a heavy, duck‑tailed diaper, Mychael read her first words. At just three years old, running and tripping, still wearing a pull-up, she said to me, “I want to know everything there is to...