Mary Jane Perry died suddenly, yet peacefully on Thursday, March 23rd. Mary Jane was an amazing person. She was the loving wife and best friend of Raymond F. Perry; beloved sister of Genevieve, Joan and Patricia; devoted mother of Bonnie, Kevin, Sean and Lea; and best grandmother in the world of Meghan, Ashleigh, Connor, Kyle, Brian, Aaron, Malia, Aiden, Izzy and Owen.
Mary Jane was a registered nurse, who delighted in caring for all whom she encountered. She was extravagantly generous with her time and love, regardless of whether or not she had known you for minutes or decades. Mary, quick to laugh delighted in all aspects of life. She and Ray loved to travel, from Hong Kong, Ireland, Hungary and Hawaii, to Rehoboth and Williamsburg.
Mary Jane and Ray met by happenstance in May of 1953 when he saw her across the room at a friend’s wedding. From the moment he saw Mary Jane, he knew that he wanted to marry her, six years later he did just that. Ray was a commissioned officer in the United States Marine Corps and he and Mary spent the first twenty-two years of their lives together living in places such as San Diego, Hawaii and Virginia.
Theirs was an abiding relationship that was a model of the enduring power of deep love, commitment, prayer and laughter.
Mary delighted in the varied and many exploits of her children and grandchildren. And always had a story of one of them to share with her friends.
None of her family and friends can convey the depth of the hole her passing leaves in our lives. Although all who love her are now bereft, we find comfort in her faith, and know as the knew that she now lives in the house of the Lord.
May her soul and the souls of all of the departed
through the mercy of God, rest in peace.
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Initially estimated to cost more than $200 million, the road would have connected with Route 28 at a signalized intersection north of Bull Run Stream in Fairfax County. The plan to build the road, Alternative 2B, was the top recommendation from the 2017 Route 28 Corridor Feasibility Study. The project had received $89 million in funding from the Northern Virginia Transportation Authority (NVTA) as part of a broader effort to improve the county’s transportation infrastructure.
County transportation director Rick Canizales confirmed that the estimated cost had grown beyond available funding, requiring an additional $80–$100 million to proceed. “After taking all this into consideration and doing all the design work that we’ve done at this point, we come to the board and let you know that as staff, we believe that alternative 2B is not viable because we don’t have enough money and we don’t have enough support in some of the challenges we’re facing,” Canizales said.
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Get the full story in tomorrow’s edition—only on Potomac Local News. Stay tuned!
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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.
