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Arthur Von Essen Obituary


ARTHUR W. VON ESSEN (Age 94)  
On Monday, November 14, 2011, of Silver Spring, MD. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Sabus Von Essen; father of Paul, Linda, Ann, Rita, Mary, and Diane; grandfather of Kevin, Brian, Grant, James, Duke, Clay and Ben. Also survived by loving companion Audrie Coe and other loving family and friends. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Grace Church, 15661 Norbeck Blvd, Silver Spring, on Friday, November 18, 2011 at 10:30 a.m. Interment Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 16, 2011.

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Bobbie Friesland

November 17, 2011

Mary & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your father, like your mother will never be gone for they live on in your hearts. My deepest sympathy,

Grace Parker

November 17, 2011

So sorry to hear of your father's passing. Today, may you find comfort, for God is present to walk with you through this difficult time of loss. May you find peace, for God is present to care for your deepest need. Praying for you and your family.

Beth Shepherd

November 17, 2011

Dear Mary,

Bryan and I send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this sad time. May you and your family find comfort in your wonderful memories of your Dad.

Rhonda & Tony

November 17, 2011

Oh Mary. My heart is breaking for you. I know how dear your Father is to you. You, your family, and Audrie are in my prayers, thoughts, and heart. God Bless your Father. He lived a long life surrounded by love from all who knew him. Tony sends a big hug your way. Your Forever Friends,

Bob Raymond

November 17, 2011

It is never easy and you and your family are in our thoughts.

Bob Raymond, Paul Schmidt, and Buster Schmidt-Raymond

Lisa A. Williams

November 16, 2011

The Word tells us in 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

"May our Lord Jesus Christ himself and God our Father, who loved us and by his grace gave us eternal encouragement and good hope. Encourage your hearts and strengthen you in every good deed and word." Cherish the special memories that you have of your father, and be blessed.

Mary Williams

November 16, 2011

Mary,

I was sorry to learn of the passing of your Dad. I will keep you and your family in my prayers and hope that your memories will bring comfort during this difficult time. And, please take care of each other!!

Caitlin Cabezas

November 16, 2011

Mary, I am so sorry to hear about your father. May God hold and keep you and your family during this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Laura Bristol-Lunn

November 16, 2011

Mary, G and I were saddened to hear about your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family through this heartbreaking time. I know there is nothing we can say that will ease your pain but we just wanted you to know that we are thinking of you. Please let us know if there is anything that we can do. Our deepest condolences.

Rita Novak

November 16, 2011

Dear Mary and Family-
Please accept my condolences on your loss. Even expected changes can shake the constitution, but I'm hoping that happy memories and your Family's love can help you through. You remain in my thoughts and heart, Mary.
Always,

November 16, 2011

Mary,

So sorry to hear about your father. I will keep you and your family in my prayers during your time of bereavement. Marsha Coleman

Ken Lehnbeuter

November 16, 2011

Mary: Debbie and I were so sorry to hear about your father. May your faith and memories comfort you.

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