John Walter Para, II of Manassas, VA, died unexpectedly on March 18, 2017 at Southside Regional Medical Center in Petersburg, VA.
He was born on September 3, 1958, in Binghamton, NY, to John Walter Para, Sr. and Joann Marie Para.
John spent most of his life in Manassas, VA and graduated from Osbourn High School in 1976. He was an accomplished welder and a Class-A contractor in HVAC. John was proud to say he could repair anything and everything! He was deserving of this claim because he was not wrong; he could fix anything from automobiles to commercial equipment. His passions were fishing and hunting and was an avid gun enthusiast. His service in the Army deemed him an expert rifleman. His faith was his rock and he was active in his church, Chapel Springs Assembly of God. Recently, he also became a member of the All Saints Catholic Church community and followed his father to become a member of the Knights of Columbus.
He is survived by his daughter Christina L. Para of Manassas, grandchildren Eleyna Paige Para, Cadyn Estelle Peters, Owen Travis Peters and Olivia Terese Peters, mother Joann M. Para, brother R. Joseph Para, and sisters Lynn Renee Para and Lisa Marie Toth.
He was preceded in death by his daughter Taneha Terace Para, father John W. Para, Sr., sister Lori Ann Para, and brother-in-law Edward Billington Toth.
The family will receive friends at Pierce Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 9609 Center Street, Manassas, VA on Sunday, March 26, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at All Saints Catholic Church on Monday, March 27 at 10 a.m. He will be laid to rest at Quantico National Cemetery, service to be announced.
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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.
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Experience the passion and drama of Puccini’s “The Girl from the Golden West”.
Featuring special guest musicians from The Chesapeake Youth Orchestra,
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