Alfred Lawrence Jachimowicz (1st Sgt, USMC, Ret.), age 86, of Woodbridge, VA, passed away on August 6, 2017. Beloved husband of 62 years to Joan (nee O’Connor) Jachimowicz. Loving father of Walter D. Jachimowicz (Teri) and Ann M. Henderson (Mark). His daughter Sharon F. Hale predeceased him. Her husband Ronald still survives. Cherished grandfather of Casey Jachimowicz, Anna Jachimowicz, Claire Jachimowicz, and R. Nathan Hale. Great grandfather of Riley Kay Kruse. Dear brother of Stanley Kobus (Pat), and Joanne Possie Joseph). He was predeceased by 11 siblings; Mary (Stanley), Irene (Jack), Vernal (Vincent), Adele (Steve), Sabina (Ray), Eddie, Rudolph (Rose), Henry, Edward (Marilyn),Larry (Carol) and Eugene (Paulette).
Alfred retired from the United States Marine Corps. after 22 years of service as a 1st. Sergeant. He then became a Police Officer for the Capitol Police in Washington, DC for 20 years. During his military career, he was wounded twice in Korea, and received two purple hearts. Alfred loved woodworking, and was very proud of his doll houses that he made. His yard and lawn were his passion. It was stated that you knew where the Jachimowicz house was by the manicured lawn and yardwork. Alfred and Joan were Charter Members of Holy Family Catholic Church. He was the head usher for the Saturday evening mass. He was a family man and a great American, who will be missed by all who knew him.
The family will receive friends at the Mountcastle Turch Funeral Home, 4143 Dale Boulevard, Dale City, VA 22193 on Wednesday, August 9, 2017 from 2:00 until 4:00 PM. Mass of Christian Burial, Thursday, August 10, 2017 at 10:30 AM, Holy Family Catholic Church, 14160 Ferndale Road, Dale City, VA 22193. Interment will be at Quantico National Cemetery with Military Honors at 2:00 PM
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Park Sidewalk Project: Progress continues on the asphalt work, tree planting, and signage installation along Washington Street, with lighting and benches set to be delivered soon.
Stormwater Assessment Program: Officials have identified three major problem areas for stormwater drainage improvements, with full surveying expected to be completed by April 2025.
Town Center Development: Town staff are reviewing the latest submission of the site plan, with discussions focused on prioritization and financing.
Highpointe at Haymarket: The rezoning application for a proposed workforce housing project remains on hold.
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