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...

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...

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.

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...

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

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....

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.

Mark D. Harvey, 51, of Alexandria, died on January 21, 2016 in Washington, DC. He will be interred ar Arlington National Cemetery on March 17, 2016 at 1pm. Family and friends attending are to meet at the Administration Building at 12:15pm.

Russell PrickettForeign Service OfficerRussell Prickett, U.S. foreign service officer, died at 83 in Ashburn, VA on January 18. Russ was born May 18, 1932 in Willmar, Minnesota to Glenn and Edna Prickett, the eldest of three siblings. He graduated from Murray High School, St. Paul, MN in 1950, Hamline University in 1954, and Harvard Law School in 1957. After marrying...

Christa J. Monroe, 91, of Alexandria, died on January 16, 2016 in her home surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Clarence L. Monroe; and sister, Hazel Moye. She is survived by her children, Deborah M. Williams Wayne, and Clarence “Lee” Monroe, Jr. Karla; grandchildren, Anne E. Williams, and Keith A. Monroe;...

Sergio A. Verastegui, 21, of Springfield died suddenly on January 10, 2016. He is survived by his parents, Alfonzo and Shontina Verastegui. The family will receive friends from 3pm-5pm, Sunday, January 17, 2016 at Cunningham Turch Funeral Home, 811 Cameron St. Alexandria, VA 22314, followed by a Life Celebration Service at 5pm. Interment will be private.