ALTA MARIE WOOD WINE, on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at 5:00 p.m., passed peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ after a long, vibrant life of 99 years. She was born on Second Creek near Ronceverte, West Virginia on March 27, 1922. She moved to Virginia in 1931. On September 12, 1936 she was baptized, publicly declaring her belief in Jesus Christ as her Savior. “My Jesus, I Love Thee” was sung during her baptism, becoming her favorite song. Early in her life, she developed a love for the Bible, a passion that remained constant until her last days on this earth. In 1941 during her senior year at Manassas High School she met her husband of 66 years, Edward “Ned” Wine. Marie is survived by her five children, Gail Johnson (Earl) of Richmond, Virginia, Donovan Wine (Betty) of Manassas, Virginia, Joyce Partenheimer (Kimwood) of Pawleys Island, South Carolina, Judy Wine of Manassas, Virginia, and Daniel Wine (Jackie) of Wailuku, Maui, Hawaii. She is the beloved Grandma to 13 Grandchildren and 22 Great Grandchildren. She was the middle sibling of five children—all who have preceded her in death. She is survived by one sister-in-law, Lois Wine, of Marshall, Virginia and several nieces and nephews.
Marie was the consummate companion and supporter of Ned. Together they worked to create a sheet metal business and launch E. E. Wine, Inc. She was the bookkeeper until she retired in her late 70s, after three decades of service. The company continues their legacy under the leadership of their son, Donovan, and daughter, Judy. Marie served as Organist, Sunday School teacher and Treasurer for Manassas Assembly of God (now Chapel Springs Church), where she attended for over 67 years.
Starting at age 62, Marie and Ned carried out their faith by serving on many mission trips. Always a team, they helped build churches, community buildings, and schools in the Dominican Republic, Belize, Mexico City, Guatemala, Morocco, Tanzania, Yugoslavia and Hawaii.
A resident of Caton Merchant House for 9 ½ years, Marie became the champion of her peers. She knew their birthdays, their age and how they were doing. She formed strong bonds with the staff and shared her faith liberally. Without these strong bonds, survival of 2020 would have been impossible. At the end of her days, many reported that Mrs. Wine never spoke unkindly to anyone. Her presence and positive outlook will be greatly missed.
Marie was inspired and lived by the words of Psalms 119:105, “Thy word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path.” Her goal in life was to let her light shine so others could see Jesus through her and come to know Him. This is the legacy she left for her children, her grandchildren, her great-grandchildren and all of those who were blessed by her friendship. She has been very active in the lives of her grandchildren and great grandchildren and will be sorely missed. She never missed their birthdays—nothing was better than to receive her check with $10/year handwritten by her.
The Wine family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., Saturday, May 15, 2021, at Chapel Springs Church 11500 New Life Way, Bristow, Virginia. Funeral services will be held following the visitation at 12:00 p.m. immediately followed by interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Chapel Springs Missions, 11500 New Life Way, Bristow, Virginia 20136 or to your favorite charity in honor of Mrs. Wine.
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Planet Fitness opened its first location in Stafford. The new 30,900-square-foot facility, located at 1455 Stafford Market Place in the Stafford Market Place shopping center, is designed to provide a welcoming, judgment-free environment for individuals at all fitness levels.
The building used to house a Best Buy that announced its closure one year ago after 16 years in business. Our coverage of the closure was some of the most-read content on Potomac Local News in 2024.
The Stafford location features state-of-the-art equipment, including strength machines, free weights, a dedicated area for high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and a functional training room with turf for agility exercises. Members can also access amenities such as fully equipped locker rooms with showers, a mobility and stretching space, and free WiFi.
A highlight of the facility is the Black Card Spa, available to those who pay for a higher membership tier. The spa includes Hydro Massage Loungers, massage chairs, recovery loungers, and salon-grade tanning beds, offering members an opportunity to relax and recover post-workout.
Called to Jail
A 44-year-old man found himself back at Rappahannock Regional Jail after making a false report and harassing a jail officer with obscene phone calls. Initially, deputies responded to a call about a death and gunshot outside the jail, which turned out to be false. The suspect, located at a local motel, was arrested and charged with using obscene language and filing a false report.
Assault
– Marion Manor Nursing Home: A staff member assaulted another during a disagreement. The suspect was charged with assault and battery and held without bond.
– Shasta Place: A male suspect bit the victim during a verbal altercation. He was charged with assault and battery but released on personal recognizance.
DUI
Deputies discovered a car in a ditch on Courthouse Road. The driver admitted to drinking beer, with three empty cans found in her vehicle. She was charged with DUI, drinking while driving, and refusal, and held on a $3,000 bond.
Hit and Run
A vehicle struck a VDOT sign and two unoccupied trucks at EZ Auto Sales before the driver fled. Deputies identified the suspect using evidence left in the vehicle, and warrants for hit and run and property destruction were issued.
Several schools in our region have announced closures and delays for Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to icy road conditions and inclement weather. Here is the latest list of updates:
Spotsylvania County Public Schools
Spotsylvania County Public Schools are closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to icy road conditions.
Code 2: 12-month employees report two hours late as safety permits.
Essential personnel will report at specified times.
All school-sponsored activities and student externships are canceled.
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King George County Public Schools
King George County Public Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to adverse road conditions and inclement weather.
Code 2: 12-month employees report at 10 a.m.
Liberal leave will be in effect.
We’ll update this post with additional school closures and delays as they are announced.
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