John, known to his family as Alex, died November 17, 2021, after a heart attack.
He was just two weeks shy of his 50th birthday. He graduated from Washington-Lee High School of Arlington after attending Potomac Senior High School in Woodbridge. He also attended The Lab School of Washington D.C.
After high school, he taught children ski lessons at Liberty Mountain and Bryce Resorts. After attending Johnson & Wales University in Norfolk, he was a chef in several restaurants in Woodbridge, and Lake Las Vegas in Henderson, Nevada.
Alex suffered a complicated life and severe health issues. He suffered from liver disease, a burst artery from an arteriovenous malformation (AVM) in his brain, diabetes, throat cancer, COVID, and finally, a heart attack.
He leaves behind his mother, Lynda Silverstrand; maternal grandfather, Henry Nash (who died on November 19, 2021); sister, Wendy Silverstrand; his sister’s child, Lauren Julianna Hunsaker; his aunts and uncles: Janice Litt and her husband Eric, Nancy Eubank and her husband Brad, Marta Burklin and her husband Shawn, Melissa Long, and Matt Nash and his wife Kim; and many cousins in Virginia, California, Maryland, North Carolina, Florida, Georgia, Wyoming, and South Dakota. He was predeceased by his father, John Scott Silverstrand.
A memorial service will be held at Good Shepard Lutheran Church, 15695 Blackburn Road, Woodbridge, VA 22191, at 7 p.m. on November 30, 2021.
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Deuntay Diggs, Chair of Stafford County’s Board of Supervisors, indicated Tuesday evening that he is prepared to take legal action should some of his colleagues continue to ask for an amendment to the Code of Performance that “adversely affects my career, my calling,” reports the FXBG Advance.Â
A report from the Federal Railroad Administration requested by Fredericksburg City Council and Mayor Kerry Devine on this past summer’s freight car derailment blames human error for the mishap, reports the FXBG Advance.Â
The Stafford County Board of Supervisors is progressing toward finalizing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Economic Development Authority (EDA) and the Department of Economic Development.
The draft MOU aims to clarify the roles and responsibilities of both entities in promoting economic growth and business attraction within the county. However, concerns raised by some Board members suggest that the document may need further refinement before it can be adopted.
During a work session on January 28, 2025, Liz Barber, the county’s Director of Economic Development, presented the draft MOU, highlighting the extensive process that led to its creation. The document was developed over the past year, with input from both county administration and EDA members. Its goal is to establish clear guidelines and expectations for the EDA and the Department of Economic Development, particularly regarding the administrative processes, division of duties, and collaboration between the two bodies.
Travel to French soil and join us for a night filled with two of the most beloved French traditions—no plane ticket required! ?
On January 25th, we invite you to experience the magic of Galette des Rois, a 700-year-old tradition celebrated across France throughout the entire month of January (and even beyond!). This sweet, almond-filled puff pastry topped with a golden crown isn’t just a treat—it’s a celebration! The lucky person who finds the fève (a porcelain charm hidden in one of the slices) becomes the King or Queen for the Day, and don’t worry—there will be plenty of royalty to go around! ??
But that’s not all! In France, Les Voeux (New Year’s wishes) continue throughout January, often accompanied by Champagne and good cheer. We’re bringing that festive spirit to you, with a lively evening packed with French food, wine, and music.
What’s in store:
Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
this performance brings Puccini’s masterpiece to life with an extraordinary cast.
