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Donald W. “Pete” Sullivan, 86, of Stafford County left the bonds of earthly life to be with our Lord on Monday, February 18, 2019.  Pete was a U.S. Air Force veteran and a lifetime member of American Legion Post 55.  After his time in service, he spent 30 years as a pipefitter before retiring from NSWC Dahlgren.  Still not content to be idle, he began another chapter of his life working 31 years for the Fredericksburg Auto Auction before finally hanging up his hat...

   Melba Thacker Oesterheld, 94, a lifelong resident of Spotsylvania passed away peacefully on Monday, February 18, 2019 at her home surrounded by her caring family.  Mrs. Oesterheld was a devoted member of Round Oak Baptist Church for more than 75 years, where she taught Sunday school and served in numerous capacities until her health declined. She enjoyed reading her Bible and inspirational books, bird watching, gardening, and spending time with family and...

Mildred “Mimi” Vivaldi Sanchez, 80, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, February 17, 2019. Mimi was a faithful and loving wife, mother and loyal friend. She was born in New York City, N.Y. to the late Jose Maria Vivaldi and Lydia Vivaldi (nee Fraticelli). Mimi was a graduate of Ladycliffe Academy in Highland Falls, N.Y. and Mary Washington College in Fredericksburg. Mimi enjoyed knitting, crocheting, music, traveling and playing cards. One of her...

Dorothyjean Downs Jamieson, 94, of Fredericksburg died peacefully on Saturday, February 16, 2019.  “DJ” was a graduate of Rider College, later earning her Master’s in Education through NYU.  As a dedicated and revered high school business education teacher, she took great pride in preparing young women for success in the world of business and finance.  She retired from Union Township, N.J. in 1989 and continued to maintain friendships with former students...

Gladys Jeanette Judy  Gladys Jeanette Judy, 83, of Fredericksburg was called to eternal life on Saturday, February 16, 2019 after a long battle with cancer.  Gladys was born on December 25, 1935 in Park City, Montana to Henry and Frida Winter, who moved to Windsor, Colorado when Gladys was two years old. In her late teens and adult life, she served as a dental assistant to Dr. C.W. Patterson in Greeley, Colorado. After moving to Washington, D.C., she was employed at the National...

Christopher Shawn Gower, 44, of Fredericksburg passed away unexpectedly on Friday, February 15, 2019.  Chris was a beloved and devoted son, brother and friend. At the age of 15, he started to follow his true passion as a firefighter at Falmouth Volunteer Fire Department, and ultimately became Chief of the department.  His whole heart was always with the FVFD and his brothers.  He also was a paid firefighter at Ft. Belvoir Fire Department.  In recent years, he worked in...

Gary Lee Kasey, 56, of Ivanhoe, passed away on Friday, February 15, 2019 at Carrington Place at Rural Retreat. Gary was born In Shreveport, La. On January 20, 1963. He was a faithful member of Spotswood Baptist church and he loved the Lord. Gary loved music and he played the bass and acoustic guitar. Gary was also a Redskins fan. He loved spending time with his family and was fully devoted to providing and caring for them. Survivors include his wife of 32 years, Lori Kasey; children Randy...

Norman Douglas “Bug” Brooks, Sr., 65, of Spotsylvania passed away Wednesday, February 13, 2019.  Mr. Brooks was the epitome of a "Firefighters Fireman.” He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, friend, Chief and Community Servant. His hunting buddies knew Mr. Brooks as “Skinny Tire.”  Survivors include his mother, Margaret Brooks; wife Janet Brooks; son Norman Brooks, Jr.; daughters Sue Carter (Jason), LaDonna Todd (Ray) Daffney Mitchell...

Hubert Crabtree Hubert Crabtree, 72, of Spotsylvania, a loving husband and father left this world to go to heaven on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Vibra Hospital in Henrico County.  Hubert is survived by his wife, Norma Crabtree; children Christina Diane Crabtree, Theresa Lynn Ryder, Keith Bryant Crabtree, and Hubert Scott Crabtree; grandchildren Holli Ryder, Ernest Ryder, Jr.; great-grandchildren Nevaeh Petrowski, Justin Gilbert, and Waylon J. Finney; and brother Lee Crabtree. He was...

Lillian J. Tyler, 89, of Stafford County, departed this earthly journey on Monday, February 11, 2019 at Mary Washington Hospital Lillian J. Tyler was born April 29, 1929 to the late Lindy Mae and William Clarence Tyler in Stafford, County. She was one of fourteen siblings. To cherish her fond memories, Lillian is survived by her brother, Stevenson (Steve) Tyler and sister-in-law Hattie Tyler; and a host of loving cousins, nieces, nephews, family, and friends. Lillian was preceded in death...