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Dancers Mourn Loss Of Popular Virginia Instructor Johnathan 'Jeigh Tea' Thomas
He had charm. He had grace. He was a unique ray of light.
This is how Johnathan Thomas, or Jeigh Tea, is being remembered.
The 38-year-old Alexandria dance instructor died on May 30, 2024, according to his obituary on the Jefferson Funeral Chapel website.
A GoFundMe launched for Jeigh Tea's loved ones had raised more than $7,600 as of press time.
An innate performer, Jeigh Tea was "a trained dancer, a trusted coach, and an insightful, full person with an incredible sense of self and style," his obituary reads. "His love and his friendship was a privilege for those who knew him for it was …
Northern VA Dad, 34, Dies Weeks After Crash Returning From Work, Campaign Says
A 34-year-old Northern Virginia man has died weeks after suffering serious injuries in a crash on his way home from work, loved ones say.
Dominique Battle, of Stafford, was returning home from work when he suffered a broken femur, broken ankle, and serious head trauma Thursday, April 4, according to a GoFundMe campaign that had been launched for his recovery.
Dominique's obituary said he died at the Capital Caring Advance Home Care & Hospice Center in Aldie, VA, on Friday, May 17, 2024. Details in the crash were not immediately available.
He is survived by his parents, Lynn D. Coo…
Jocelyn Reyes, 18, Of Loudoun County Dies
Jocelyn Reyes, an 18-year-old Loudoun County resident, died on Saturday, May 18.
A GoFundMe launched in memory of Reyes, of Leesburg, remembers her as a "sweet, caring, creative, beautiful little girl."
On his business Facebook page, Jocelyn's father said she was "amazing" and "full of life."
A cause of death was not announced.
A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, May 30, at the Washington Iglesia Apostolica on Braddock Road in Fairfax. A graveside service will be held on Friday, May 31, at the Leesburg Union Cemetery.
Click here for details and here to donate to Jocelyn's f…
VA Mom Sandra 'Nunee' Smith Bellfield Dies Of Anoxic Brain Injury, Family Says
Sandra Smith Bellfield, affectionately known as Nunee, died on March 26, 2024. She was 48 years old.
According to a GoFundMe launched for her family, Sandra died of anoxic brain injury.
"Our mother was a strong, fierce, loving and caring woman," the campaign says. "The love pouring in shows us just how loved she was from everyone, she was definitely one of a kind ! #LongLiveNunee."
Sandra's obituary on the Loudoun Funeral Chapels website says that she "graced this world with her unparalleled kindness and compassion," and had a love for music and an infectious laugh with a "dancing spi…
NJ's Alexis DeLuca Dies Suddenly, 20: Obituary
Alexis Nicole DeLuca, of Moorestown, died suddenly on March 22, according to an obituary published by Falco, Caruso & Leonard Funeral Home. She was 20 years old.
Alexis was a 2021 graduate of the Massanutten Military Academy in Woodstock, VA, her obituary said. After graduation, Alexis worked for the US Post Office in Rio Grande.
My heart hurts beyond belief. So incredibly hard to watch one of my best friends Kathy Raroha embark on this path. No... Posted by Kimberly Brody Muckenfuss on Sunday, March 24, 2024
While she was in high school, she worked as a lifeguard and swi…
Former VA High School Football Player Marques Pitre-Johnson Dies Suddenly, 28
Marques Xavier Pitre-Johnson, a Reston, VA native, died unexpectedly at home in Georgia on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024, his obituary said. He was 28 years old.
Marques was being remembered in his obituary as a "true Restonian," having played for the Reston Ankle Biters little league football team and South Lakes Seahawks football team in high school.
He was also a talented music artist, who went by "Johnny Quest," and proudly served in the US Navy and worked as an HVAC tech, his obituary continues.
More than $4,400 had been raised for Johnson's family on a GoFundMe as of press time.
Services w…
Services For Teran Collins Jr., 26, Set In Fredericksburg
Services have been set for Teran Collins Jr., who died unexpectedly on Sunday, Jan. 28, in Richmond, according to his obituary on the Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service website. He was 26 years old.
Teran was born in Fairfax but lived in Beaverdam, his obituary reads. He was being remembered for his "contagious smile, teddy bear hugs, and pure heart," his obituary reads.
We lost a good one man Teran Collins Jr. thank you for all the memories you left me with you was the first person to... Posted by Trey Perry on Monday, January 29, 2024
Teran Collins Jr. WAS SO MA…
Jacob Campbell Of Fredericksburg Dies, 32
Jacob Campbell of Fredericksburg died on Oct. 22, 2023. He was 32 years old.
Jacob was being remembered in his obituary as a "friend to all," who loved writing, music, soccer, watching the Washington Commanders, and visiting the beaches of the Outer Banks.
His Facebook profile shows he attended Stafford Senior High School and Bridgewater College, and worked several jobs including one as a data processor for GEICO.
Jacob is survived by his mother, Judy; father, Jeff (Lori); sister, Jessie (Andy); stepsister Rachel (Derrick); stepbrother Dylan; a host of nieces and nephews, a…
Northern Virginia Mom Bailey Ross Dies, 25
Bailey Alexis Ross, of northern Virginia, died on Thursday, Oct. 12. She was 25 years old.
According to her obituary, Bailey was born in Warrenton and raised in Marshall, for most of her childhood. She graduated from Skyline High school in Front Royal.
A GoFundMe campaign for Bailey had raised more than $6,700 as of Wednesday, Oct. 25.
"If you knew Bailey you know how amazing she truly was," reads the campaign launched by Kayla Neece.
"She was generous, bright, outgoing. She was a great mother, sister, daughter, niece and friend. She will truly be missed by so many, and touched…
'Sharp Mind:' UVA Med Student, Northern VA Native Anna Diederich Dies, 24
Anna Diederich, a medical student at the University of Virginia, died on Oct. 9, after suffering a medical emergency, her obituary says. She was 24 years old.
Anna was born in Alexandria and went on to graduate magna cum laude from the University of Notre Dame in 2021, with a degree in chemical engineering, according to her obituary on the Adams-Green Funeral Home website.
She worked at the Oakcrest School in Vienna, where she had graduated in 2017, as a class dean, cross country coach, and math teacher.
Anna was in her first year of medical school at the University of Virginia.
She was …
Alexandria Mom Jessica Schroth Dies, 48
Alexandria resident Jessica "Jessy" Schroth died Tuesday, Aug. 8, after a recent illness, according to her obituary. She was 48 years old.
Born in Peru, Jessy earned her doctor of dental surgery in Brazil, before her MBA in healthcare from George Washington University in May 2022. At GWU, she was accepted into the golden Key Hnor Society, and then the Presidential Management Fellows Program at HUD, her obit says.
Jessy previously lived in Somerville, NJ; Madison and Green Bay, WI; Virginia Beach, VA; and Tampa, BL.
Jessy is survived by her loving husband, John Schroth; her son, T…
Army Vet Kyle Payne Of Fredericksburg Dies, 38
Fredericksburg native Kyle Payne died on Thursday, July 6, at VCU Hospital in Richmond, according to his obituary. He was 38 years old.
Kyle was born in Fredericksburg and would go on to serve in the US Army. He worked private security guard for Admiral Security Company in Warsaw, his obituary says.
Kyle is survived by his wife, Tiffany Payne; mother, Barbara J. Hamilton; step-father, Jeffrey Redding; and father-in-law, Ron Wise of Fredericksburg, VA.
Services are set for Tuesday, July 18 at the Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service, with interment at Qu…
Krisi DeGregori Of Northern VA Dies, 46
Kristina DeGregori, of northern Virginia, died on April 21, 2023. She was 46 years old.
Affectionately known as Krisi, she was preceded in death by her fiance, Alejandro Grenado.
According to her obituary, Krisi graduated from the University of Alabama, Birmingham in 2001, after graduating from Chelsea High School in 1996. Krisi's Facebook page shows she lived in Alexandria.
"She touched lives in so many ways, teaching us to be strong and patient, and always encouraged charity," her obit reads.
"A unique and genuine person, Krisi was like a candle that lit up our hearts with love, ha…
NJ Native, Influential Washington Post Editor Neema Roshania Patel Dies, 35
A New Jersey native, Rutgers alumnus, and influential Washington Post editor died Monday, Oct 24 after a battle with gastric cancer, the newspaper wrote in her obituary.
Neema Roshania Patel was 35, and most recently worked as the Post's editor for next-generation audience development, according to her LinkedIn profile.
Born in Maplewood, Patel worked on her high school newspaper before graduating from Rutgers University with a degree in economics and journalism in 2009, her former colleagues wrote.
She joined the Post in 2016, first as a digital editor before being named d…
Pennsylvania Amish-Mennonite Co-Business Owner Killed In Virginia Plane Crash
A devout Christian and co-owner of an area business died in a plane crash in Virginia on Wednesday, Sept. 14, authorities say.
Kevin James Esh, 30, of New Holland, was piloting a Piper PA-32 Cherokee when his plane burst into flames as it crash into a field near Charlottesville, Virginia on Wednesday around 11:30 p.m., according flight data and Virginia state police.
Esh had taken off from Blue Ridge Regional Airport, near Martinsville, around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, flight records show. He was heading northeast when the Cherokee began losing altitude, approximately 45 minutes into the fli…
Firey, Friend-To-All 32-Year-Old Northern Virginia Woman Dies Unexpectedly
Communities across northern Virginia are mourning the loss of a 32-year-old woman who died unexpectedly last week.
Krissy Elder, of King George, was a vibrant and vivacious woman who friends called the life of the party died on Saturday, June 18. Her family didn't disclose how she died. Her mom, dad, brothers, extended family, and her beloved dog Bella survive her.
"We all know your vivid firey personality and your love for everyone," her friend Heather Kitts-Via shared. "Your ability to light up any room you walked into, it was your vibe, your energy. It was perfect."
Eld…
Virginia Native Patrick Parker Dies, 34
Patrick Joseph Parker, 34, of Falls Church, VA, passed away on Saturday, April 16, 2022 according to his obituary.
Friends and loved ones expressed their love and care for Patrick across social media.
Rip Patrick Parker you will be missed… Posted by Baxter Mays on Monday, April 18, 2022
“Patrick was my best friend from 5th grade, he was a kind and gentle funny person. He could always make you laugh even when you didn’t want to”, said friend Baxter Mays.
Patrick Parker, Rest in Peace! I will miss you Bro! 💔 😤🤬🤯 Please Patrick just help the Angels keep all of us safe down... Posted …
