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Josepha STANDISH Obituary
She was born Oct. 26, 1920, in Baltimore, Md., to Katharine and Charles Young. She grew up in Tahlequah, Okla., and graduated from Central High School in Muskogee, Okla.. She lived in Washington, D.C., and worked for the FBI. In 1953 she graduated from St. Andrews Mercy Hospital in Fort Smith, Ariz., as a registered nurse.
She is survived by her two daughters and their husbands, Carol and Terry Miller of Smithfield, Va., Julie and Steve Petroff of Concord, N.C.; her five grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Henry Standish and five siblings.
The celebration of her life took place Tuesday, April 6, 2010, at McEwen Funeral Service Derita Chapel with the Rev. Mike Farley officiating.
Burial will take place Monday June 14, 2010, in Arlington National Cemetery.
McEwen Funeral Service Derita Chapel is entrusted with the care of Mrs. Standish.
To live in the heart of the one's you leave behind is not to die.
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for Josepha STANDISH
Linda Lawson
July 11, 2024
Dear Julie & Carol,
I´m sorry to have missed the opportunity in reading your mother´s obituary. While living in Hampton Va., my parents were very close to your parents, and had very fond memories together. I enjoyed spending time with your mother after my parents retired, moving to upstate N.Y. I think of both your parents and your family often, along with many Joyful memories.
Love to all,
Linda J Lawson
April 14, 2010
Julie,
I am truly sorry for the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim Codd, Bluefield, WV
April 9, 2010
Carol and Julie,
So sorry for the loss of your mom. We were friends for years, from our days of working together. I miss our chats.
Essie Gray, Hampton, VA
Larry Pleasant
April 8, 2010
Carol and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Stan and Carol Winarski
April 8, 2010
We were so sorry to learn of your Mother's death. We are Willow Oaks neighbors and often saw her walking her beloved dogs. She was always ready to chat and knew what was going on in the neighborhood. When your Dad was living, we went with them to Retiree's Day at Ft.Monroe and enjoyed their company. Please accept our sincere sympathy.
Amelia Steinmetz
April 7, 2010
Julie and Carol, Our sympathy in the death of your precious mother. I have such fond memories of her when we were active in PTA. She had such enthusiasm for her family and their activities. May you have comfort and peace in your loving memories. . .
Most sincerely,
Amelia (and George) Steinmetz
Jo and Ralph White
April 7, 2010
Carol and Julie, we were so sorry to learn of your Mother's death. She was a special person and we enjoyed our many conversations with her. Your parents were such nice people and a great asset to the neighborhood. We shall miss them. Our love to all. The Whites
Cathy Jacobs
April 7, 2010
Ladies, your mom was a wonderful woman and so very sweet. We've been missing her since she moved and I'm sad to know I won't ever get to chat with her again. Kirk and I would like to extend our sympathy and want you to know you were very lucky to have such a spirited and kind mother.
Jenny Green (Kendall)
April 7, 2010
Julie, I am so sad to hear about your mom passing. She was such a wonderful lady and I enjoyed talking to her at the hair salon she was so proud of you and your boys. Take care and God Bless you and your family.
April 7, 2010
Julie, I am so sorry to learn of your mom,s passing. She was a lovely
lady and I know you will greatly6 miss her. I think of you often and
would love to here from you. Love, Fran
Kendall Sherman
April 7, 2010
Carol and Julie, I am so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful picture of your mom. I have many fond memories of your parents and growing up with you both. God Bless.
Rick Thomason
April 5, 2010
Julie, you look a lot like your mother in her picture. Vickie and I regret we did not have the opportunity to know her earlier in life, but I'll bet she was a peach. My primary memory of her will be as the sweet little lady who was so much at peace sitting in Church she could doze off for a few minutes and somehow people seated around her just knew the Lord was smiling down upon her in such moments of tranquility. We love you and Steve and the boys. May God continue to bless and guide you.
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