Paulette Fay Gibson, age 77, of Woodbridge, departed this life to enter through the Pearly Gates, on November 15th, 2021. She is survived by her three children, Travis Wesley Smith (Kayla), Kelly Louise Randolph (Robert), Dallas Gordon Smith (Jennifer); seven grandchildren, Jason Foster, Felicia Foster, Logan Smith, Noah Smith, Braden Smith, Hope Marie Wolf (Tyler Howard), Emily Ann Wolf; and two great grandchildren, Theo James Howard and Hynleigh May Howard.   She is also survived by two brothers, Captain Paul Ray Gibson and Captain John Samson Gibson, and one sister Charlotte Ramsey.   Paulette was born in Pensacola, Florida and grew up in Fort Walton Beach. She lived and worked in a number of different states. She still has a number of family residing in different areas of Florida.  Paulette graduated from Choctawhatchee High, in Shalimar Florida, then attended one year at Southwestern Assemblies of God University (SAGU) in Waxahachie, Texas. She also attended two years at Okaloosa-Walton College in Shalimar Florida and took some courses at Merrillville Business College in Indiana. Paulette has been attending Jubilee Christian Center in Fairfax, VA since Sept 2008, after being chased out of Texas by Hurricane Ike. She has been a member since June 2013. She was blessed with a number of wonderful friends. She loved her job at the NRA Cafe, where she was loved by many who she met at her cash register since April 2009. A memorial service will be held at Jubilee Christian Center, in Fairfax, on December 2nd at 2pm.
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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.
