TC Williams Class of 1968 Memorials

May 20, 1950 – Nov 13, 2008 @ 58 Memorial FindAGrave Link Dora lived in Arlington, Virginia, and is survived by her daughter, Tiffany Gray; brothers, Clarence, Jr. & Barry Baker; sister, Debra Phillips and her husband Quentin; nieces and nephews, Carlton Baker, Jennifer Baker, Darius Phillips, & Addie Gladys Baker; other relatives.  Interment followed funeral services conducted at the Roberts Memorial United Methodist Church Alexandria, Virginia, Wednesday, November 19, 2008.

October 11, 1950 – August 17, 1969 @ 18 Memorial FindAGrave Link The Kathy Barwick Music Scholarship was established in 1970   by William and Joyce Barwick of Alexandria, in memory of their daughter, Kathy Barwick, who died of leukemia in 1969. She had played the violin in the T.C. Orchestra and attended the Virginia Music Camp. The scholarships have been awarded annually to an orchestra member from each of the city's secondary schools, c hosen for their talent and ability as well as involvement in their school music program. The students attend the Virginia Music Camp at Mary Baldwin College in Staunton, Virginia. 

January 3, 1950 – December   31, 1999 @ 49 Memorial FindAGrave Link Allyson Bates Smith, 49, wife of James Booth Smith Jr., died Friday, Dec. 31, 1999. Funeral services will be held in Grace Episcopal Church on Monday, Jan. 3, 2000, at 2 p.m. Burial directed by J. Henry Stuhr Inc., Downtown Funeral Chapel, will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.  Mrs. Smith was born Jan. 3, 1950, in Newport News, the daughter of Norman J. Bates and Jean Roberts Bates. She was a homemaker, a high school graduate and a member of Grace Episcopal Church. She is survived by her husband, James Booth Smith Jr. of Charleston, S.C.; her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Norman J. Bates of Newport News; two daughters, Sarah Allyson Smith and Kathryn Whaley Smith, both of Charleston, S.C.; and two brothers, David K. Bates of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Daniel B. Bates of Falls Church.

December 26, 1949 – November 11, 2015 @ 65 Carol Willoughby, the founder of Saint Francis Service Dogs, passed away on Tue Nov 11th.  Special appreciation goes to everyone that contributed to making the organization a success.  Memorial contributions should be sent to Saint Francis Service Dogs, PO Box 19538, Roanoke, Va 24019. ‎Greg Willoughby‎ November 13, 2015 Dear Friends, As you all likely know by now, my mom, Carol Willoughby, passed peacefully in her sleep early Wednesday morning, November 11th, Veterans Day. A day befitting to the core of her soul as she fought tirelessly for over four decades with rheumatoid arthritis. She was a true fighter in life advocating for those who felt without a voice many of whom were also disabled. Where she saw a way that she could make a lasting impact, she never gave up or took no for an answer, and through her love, showed us all how beautiful life is even while suffering more than most ever will. In 1996, her ...

December 3, 1948 – March 28, 2002 @ 53 car accident in Virginia Beach? below photo from class yearbook

November 15, 1950 – January 3, 2013 @ 62 Hilary Carr, 62, of Alexandria, on Thursday, January 3, 2013 of Alexandria, VA. Sister of Malcolm Carr of Ventura, CA. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 28, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 2701 Cameron Mills Rd., Alexandria, VA. Memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors or your local SPCA. Flowers and a guest register may be found at  www.everlyfuneralhomes.com

November 28, 1949 – May 10, 2015 @ 65 Memorial FindAGrave Link On May 10, 2015 John Mark Castagna, 65, of Kingwood, a great soul, passed away after a year-and-a-half long battle with brain cancer. He was in his home, surrounded by his family.  Fittingly, it was Mother's Day, as he played the role of both mother and father to his four girls for many years as a widower and had enough love and grace for both. Then he enlarged his family Brady-Bunch style when he married Vicki and embraced her two daughters and son. He chose the perfect moment to slip away that day   –  in the midst of sharing stories of his full and rich life, deep love, and contagious laughter.  John was born in New York City and a 1972 graduate of the US Merchant Marine Academy, serving in the Navy Reserve for 11 years. As a Vice President for Chevron for over a decade  –  and having worked for them for almost four decades-John extensively traveled the globe to oversee CSA...

July 8, 1950 – November 20, 2017 @ 67 On November 20, 2017, James Anthony  “ Tony” Chavis passed away unexpectedly in Accokeek, MD. He was 67 years old.  Family and friends will join together for a memorial service on Saturday, December 2, 2017 beginning at 2:00 p.m. at Hayfield Secondary School, 7630 Telegraph Road, Alexandria, VA 22315. Park and enter the school at exit 9. Flowers will be received on location from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm.

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May 12, 1949 – Jul 26, 2022 @ 73 James Dennis Corbin, age 73, passed away peacefully while surrounded by his family, on July 26, 2022 in Billings, MT.  Dennis was a brilliant attorney, an adoring husband, a beloved father, and an incredible grandfather. He will be remembered as an advocate for those needing a helping hand, a coach, a golf buddy, a mentor, a man who enjoyed life and was always ready to have a good time.  He will be missed by all who knew his quick wit, his laugh, and his easy smile.  An only child, Dennis was born in Worchester, MA in 1949 to Mary Hoepfner Corbin and Francis (Jody) Corbin. Dennis was raised in Alexandria, VA. In high school, he was proud to have been on the infamous TC Titans football team. In the summer months, he spent time in Montana exploring the wilds of Potosi and Pony. His tales of runaway Jeeps, wild bears, and rabble-rousing were often shared with his family. In the fall of 1968, he enrolled at Montana State University, wher...

July 13, 1950 – January 6, 2017 @ 66 Memorial FindAGrave Link I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord the righteous judge will give me on that day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved his appearing   2 Timothy 4:7,8 Oliver Edward Coleman, born on July 13, 1950, was the second of four children born to Deacon Albert and the late Mrs. Florine Coleman in Alexandria, Virginia. Oliver accepted Jesus Christ at an early age and was an active member of Ebenezer Baptist Church. He graduated from T.C. Williams High School in Alexandria, Virginia and achieved a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from Virginia Union University in Richmond, Virginia. Oliver was the Virginia State Pummel Horse Champion in 1978. He was an instructor and held a Black-Belt in Kenpo (Japanese Style) karate. He also obtained a Diploma in Traditional ...

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September 15, 1950 – March 12, 2006 @ 55 James Warden Early, 55, of Midlothian, Virginia, died March 12, 2006 after a heroic battle with cancer.  Mr. Early was born September 15, 1950 in Alexandria, Virginia to Herbert Monroe and Martha Lancaster Early. He grew up in Alexandria and spent childhood summers in the mountains near Wardensville, West Virginia with his extended family of beloved parents, siblings, grandmother, aunts, uncles, and cousins.  He received a bachelor's degree in business administration from East Carolina University in 1968, and a master's degree in accounting from Virginia Commonwealth University. He was a CPA, working initially for Coopers & Lybrand, and then moved to finance, first at Ethyl Corporation and then at Tredegar Corporation.  He is survived by his wife of 30 years, Belinda Broome Early; and his children, Sam and Ellen; his mother, Martha Lancaster Early; two sisters, Paige Early Word and her husband, George, an...

October 1, 1950 – December 30, 2000 @ 50 Born in Alexandria, Chip was a resident of Tomball, Harris, Texas, when he died.  Chip's obit is behind a pay wall.  Available for subscribers of the Houston Chronicle ( Houston Chronicle December 31, 2000 Edition: 4 STAR Section: A Page: 36 ) Memory:  While in high school, Chip had an extremely high temperature that compromised his health for the rest of his life. 

July 21, 1950 – July 10, 2013 @ 62 Memorial FindAGrave Link Richard C. Fugate, 62, died unexpectedly of cardiac arrest at his home on July 10, 2013.  Rick had a wonderful sense of humor, a deep curiosity about a wide range of subjects, and a true gentleness of spirit, and was deeply beloved by his family and friends.  Born in Alexandria, Virginia, Rick graduated from Davidson College and received his law degree from the University of Virginia, where he was on the Law Review. He practiced law in Los Angeles for years before returning to Washington, DC. Rick was a devoted member of the Church of the Saviour and deeply involved in its ministry at Potter's House, a bookstore, art gallery and cafe providing a space for community members to connect in the diverse environment of the Adams-Morgan neighborhood.  Rick is survived by his siblings, William L. Fugate, Barbara B. Fugate (Kazuo Yaginuma) and Elizabeth F. Fugate (Peter Kiers), his step-sister Lynn Holbein...

July 31,1950 – July 21, 2009 @ 58 Born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia...

October 9, 1950 – June 3, 2017 William Forrest Graham, 66, of Radford, VA, passed away June 3, 2017, at home. His beloved daughter, Sofia Graham, who was the light of his life; his sister, Lynne G Siefert (Mark) and several nieces and nephews, survive him. He was an artistic person, spending much time drawing and writing. He lived most of his life in Alexandria and Manassas, VA and relocated to Radford in 2013. A casual memorial gathering will be held at The Winery at Bull Run - Barrel Room, 15950 Lee Highway, Centreville, VA from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m. on July 30, 2017. Join us in remembering Bill. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, jdrf.org. The Washington Post July 21 to July 23, 2017

 December 26, 1950 – February 8, 2009 @ 58 Barbara McKeithan (divorced) was living in Charlottesville, Virginia, at the time of her death. 

April 4, 1951 – March 26, 2011 @ 63 Jane Harding Slater, 63, of Manakin-Sabot, passed away March 26, 2015. Born in Washington, D.C., she was a daughter of the late John Milton Harding and Eva Hancock Harding and grew up in Alexandria, Va.  She was the beloved wife for 42 years of Richard K. Slater; and is also survived by four children, Elizabeth Slater Costello, Christine Slater Tillar and her husband, David, Laura Slater Mawyer and her husband, Taylor, and Jason Richard Slater and his wife, Mary; eight grandchildren, Grant, Katelyn and Eva Costello, Mason, Michael and Emily Tillar, and Jane and Ryan Mawyer; and her sister, Linda H. Grove.  Mrs. Slater was a graduate of George Mason University in elementary education. She used those skills to raise their family in Vienna, Va., prior to moving to the Richmond area 10 years ago. She loved their home in Marco Island, Fla., where they spent the winter months and she was an avid shell collector. Mrs. Slater was a ...

July 23, 1950 – January 27, 2017 @ 65 Memorial FindAGrave Link William “Bill” Hurd Jr. of Arlington, Virginia, passed the evening of Friday, January 27, 2017 at Virginia Hospital Center after a quick and aggressive battle with prostate cancer. Bill, born on July 23, 1950 was the son of William “Bill” Hurd and Mariette Bowles Hurd. A local man, He grew up in Alexandria, Virginia and went to T.C. Williams High School and he graduated from Georgetown University. He served in the Virginia National Guard and completed his line of duty with the rank of Staff Sergeant. Following in his father’s footsteps he became deeply ingrained in the Northern Virginia community and was a part of various Democratic organizations, as well as being a baseball umpire, and working as a tax accountant for H & R Block. After his father’s passing in 2009 he and his first wife Nancy moved to her hometown of Elmore, Minnesota. Nancy passed in 2010. Bill became very active in the community and was e...

January 28, 1950  –  October 15, 1973 @ 23 Memorial FindAGrave Link

July 6, 1950 – June 17, 2016 @ 65 Memorial FindAGrave Link Born in Salem, Massachusetts, Kit was a resident of Springfield, Virginia at the time of his death  on Friday, June 17, 2016, at the age of 65.  Survived by his wife of 39 years, Margaret A. Kozel; father of Richard A. Kozel; grandfather of Evan A. Kozel; brother of Joan K. (Calvin) Riddick of Ocean Pines, MD; twin brother of Kenneth R. (Karen) Kozel of Arlington, Va.; and uncle/godfather of Kari Kozel of Arlington, Va.  Preceded in death by his parents Lt. Col. Anthony R. and Lucille Kozel. Family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 22 from 5-8 pm at Demaine Funeral Home, Springfield.  A service to celebrate Kit's life will be held on Thursday, June 23 at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Interment to follow at Fairfax Memorial Park.

April 23, 1950 – July 15, 1987 @ 37 Born in Alexandria, Linda was a resident of Potomac, Maryland at the time of her death.  She married William Mark Tartikoff in 1969. The Linda K. Tartikoff Memorial Endowment Fund was established in her honor. 

May 24, 1949   – November 20, 1969 @ 20 Memorial FindAGrave Link died in captivity in Vietnam 83rd Medical Detachment, Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 7th Squadron, 1st Calvary Regiment, 1st Aviation Brigade.

August 31, 1950 – March 14, 2011 @ 61 Beanie was born in Alexandria to Herman Sr and Margaret Wanzer Lewis. 

May 22, 1949 – February 6, 2016 @ 66 Memorial FindAGrave Link Randy Nelson McCollum, 66, of Disputanta, Virginia, passed away on Friday, February 5, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert E. and Hazel Nelson McCollum; and brother, Wayne McCollum.  Randy loved baseball and softball and was involved in playing one or the other from the time he was 7 years old until he was a Marine [LCpl, Vietnam]. He also was an avid golfer.  Randy is survived by his wife, Barbara McCollum; 2 sons, Cory James McCollum and Patrick Jacob McCollum; granddaughter, Skye Rosh; and 2 sisters, Debbie Jo Cooper and Karen Rosh.  A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Wednesday, February 17, 2016 at the Chester Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home. Burial will follow in Quantico National Cemetery at 2:00 P.M. The family will receive friends at the Funeral Home on Tuesday, February 16, 2016 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M.  In lieu of flowers, donations m...

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October 8, 1950 – October 1, 2010 @ 59 Memorial FindAGrave Link Joseph Arthur McFall, member and strong supporter of the Alexandria, Virginia community, died Friday, October 1, 2010 of a heart attack after several months of ill health.  Born in San Joaquin, California, Joe was a member of only the second class to graduate from T. C. Williams High School and went on to graduate with honors from the University of Virginia in 1972. He also received his masters degree from the Virginia Theological Seminary in Alexandria.  A visitation will take place at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, of which Joe was a longstanding congregant and choir member, at 1608 Russell Rd., Alexandria, Virginia 2230, between 6 and 8 p.m. on Monday, October 4. The funeral will be held at Emmanuel the following day, Tuesday, October 5 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a contribution be made to The Emmanuel Foundation at the above address.

July 29, 1950 – September 11, 1968 @ 18 Memorial FindAGrave Link   Born and raised in Alexandria, Virginia, Robin had lifelong kidney issues.  The Robin H. Mendelson Memorial Award , American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science, was established in 1971 to commemorate a courageous young man who struggled for five years with kidney dialysis and two transplants during the infancy of transplant technology. The award honors outstanding service and contributions to ASCLS, the ASCLS Education and Research Fund, and to the Clinical Laboratory Science profession. Resources for the Mendelson Memorial Award are provided by Westminster Publishers, editor@westminsterpublishers.com, publisher of Clinical Laboratory Science, the official journal of ASCLS. Memory: Robin was able to make it across the stage (with his crutches) during graduation at TC Williams. It was great!  His father owned the old Mendelson Hardware store in Alexandria.  

February 23, 1951 — death breast cancer?

July 15, 1949 - February 17, 1997 Memorial FindAGrave Link