Obituaries

MARIA HOFFMAN Of Alexandria, VA passed away peacefully on March 14, 2016 at the Leewood Assisted Living Home. Maria is preceded in death by her parents Lawrence Gerlinger and Maria Wedl, and her adoring husband Scott Nelson Hoffman. Maria is survived by her loving sons, Michael Kominko of Cleveland, OH and Daniel Kominko of Springfield, VA; five grandchildren, Adam, Emily,...

Joe Lill was born in St. John, Kansas on December 22, 1921. He was the eighth child of John W. and Alice Lill. Thankful for his large family, he wrote with a twist of humor: “Harlan his younger brother and I always felt extremely fortunate our parents had nine children.”When not in school, he worked at his father’s newspaper, The...

Marjorie Louise Faucette Belkoski, 83, of Alexandria died February 29, 2016 at home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 49 years, John F. Belkoski, and their infant son, John Paul. She is survived by her children Dorothy Belkoski Larry Thompson and Joseph Rebecca Belkoski; grandchildren, Danielle Meyers, Sarah Belkoski, David Belkoski, and Emily...

John R. Dobbyn, age 87, known to many as “Papa,” died of kidney failure at his home in Alexandria on February 26, 2016. He was born in Sommerville, Massachusetts on Friday, April 13, 1928. He graduated Boston Latin School 1946 and then St. Michael’s College in 1950. He was drafted into the Army during the Korean War and became Sergeant....

Luella M. Fields, 86, of Alexandria, died on February 18, 2016 at INOVA Alexandria Hospital, Alexandria, VA. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Lang William Fields, of 62 years; daughters, Rose Marie and Mary Lee Fields. She is survived by his children, Virgil M. Fields, Jennifer of Lebanon, OH and Eric Wayne Fields, of Alexandria, VA; cherished...

Martyn G. Hooper, 54, died on February 15, 2016 in Arlington, VA. He is preceded in death by his parents, George and Shirley Hooper. He is survived by his children, Jimi Hooper Alisca, Philip and Amy Hooper; sisters, Julie Stambaugh, and Lynne Daignault; grandchildren, Brock Hooper, and one on the way.All services will be private.

Mr. Sherron P. Eubanks, August 7, 1934 – February 15, 2016. Funeral Service will be held on Thursday, February 25, 2016, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 7836 Fordson Road, Alexandria, VA 22306. Viewing will be at 10AM, followed by the Service at 11AM. Mr. Eubanks is survived by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Gone but not forgotten. He will forever live...

Dorothy K. Goldstein, 76, of Falls Church died on February 13, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family. A graveside service will be held, Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Arlington National Cemetery, Arlington VA at 2pm. Family and friends should meet at 1:15pm at the Administration Building.

Anna Zsoldos, 97, died on February 11, 2016 at Cherrydale Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The family will meet at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA Monday, February 15, 2016 3pm for a family viewing. Graveside service will be held at 2pm Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at Mount Comfort Cemetery, Alexandria, VA.

Sha’ki Ezekiel-Sherman Phillip, 19 of Springfield, died suddenly, Wednesday, February 10, 2016. He is preceded in death by his mother, Heather Best Phillip. He is survived by his father, Sherman Phillip, grandparents, Chris and Karen Vandyke, and Eurydice Phillip; sisters, Sheryah Phillip, and brother, Shemar Phillip.The family will receive friends from 1pm-2:30pm, Friday, February 26, 2016 at Cunningham Turch Funeral...

Ms. Rosanna V. Bowden, 86, of Alexandria died February 9, 2016 at Manor Care of Alexandria. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward Bowden, Jr. She is survived by her children, Derek Sue and Janet Bowden; grandchildren, Derek and Dashia Roy, Elise Holliman, and Zachary Bowden.The family will receive friends from 10am to 11am Friday, February 19, 2016...

It is with great sorrow that Margaret Marie Stallings, 76, passed away Thursday February 4, 2016 in her home in Alexandria, VA with loved ones by her side. Margaret had been battling cancer the last 9 years of her life. Born February 25, 1939 and raised in Annapolis, Md. Margaret was affectionately known as “Sissy” to family and loved ones....

Bruce A. Stone, 59, of Alexandria, died on February 4, 2016 at INOVA Alexandria Hospital. All services are private.

Carolyn Torralba, 55, died on January 31, 2016 surrounded by her family. She is survived by her siblings, Colleen, Cathryn, Cleogin, Cyprian, Cesar Nolan, Carlo Narciso, Christian, Charren, and Corleon Torralba. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, February 4, 2015 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Alexandria, VA at 10:30am. Inurnment will be private.

Elizabeth “Betty” Ann Mueller, 85, of Alexandria, passed away on Tuesday, January 26, 2016, peacefully at home. Betty was born on Thursday, April 17, 1930 to Theresa Louise and Ernest White Gooding, and was the youngest of nine children. She grew up in Georgetown, Washington, D.C.Though her life was full of love, fun, and many adventures and hobbies, Betty’s favorite...

The son of Samuel Carter and Wilma P. Carter, brother of Wilbert, Howyen, Morris, and Roland Carter, Florence Carter and Ann E. Williams.Sam graduated from Cardozo High School and worked for the Roosevelt Hotel and The United States Postal Service. He departed this life on January 26, 2016 at Capital Caring, Arlingon, VA.Sam lived a very quite life. He was...

Philip E. Bland, 63, of Loudoun County, VA, died Sunday, January 24, 2016, from complications of diabetes.A native of Brooklyn, NY, education was always a priority to Phil. He earned several advanced degrees and served over 36 years as a professional in the mental health industry and as an entrepreneur. Phil loved traveling, opera singers Pavarotti and The Canadian Tenors,...

Ligita Shomgard, 62, died on January 21, 2016 at Retreat Hospital. All services are private.