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Judy Graves Obituary
Judy was preceded in death by her father, Bobby G. Orren and her mother, Peggy A. Orren. She is survived by her three children: Wendy Ketner and her husband, Charles of Nokesville, Va., Melissa Martin of Manassas, Va., and Richard Graves, Jr. and his wife, Amanda also of Nokesville, Va. Judy's surviving siblings include three sisters: Debra Orr, Virginia Cooksey and Grace Miller, as well as, one brother, Glenn Orren. She was grandmother to six: Mackenzie, Nathan, Katana, Erin, Mackayla and Vanessa. Judy is also survived by her life-long friend, Ricky Graves. Arrangements have been entrusted to National Funeral Home 7482 Lee Highway, Falls Church, Va. (703) 560-4400. Services will be held at the funeral home on Saturday October 9th, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. with interment immediately following at National Memorial Park. Flowers are welcome, or donations may be made in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society as well as Capital Hospice. For online condolences please visit www.nationalfh-mp.com
This obituary was originally published in the News & Messenger (Woodbridge, VA).
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Wendy Ketner
October 5, 2011
Well a year has passed and I wish I could say that not having you here has gotten at least a little easier to deal with Mom, but it hasn't. Maybe it never will. I listen to the one voice mail message I have from you and read over old e-mails you sent me just to get a sense of your presence. You were too young to die. I still needed my Mother. I miss you terribly and think of you always. I think of how brave you were and all you went through. I LOVE AND MISS YOU MOM!!!!!
Debra Orr
October 4, 2011
There has not been a day that has gone by in the last year that I have not thought of you, it's still so hard to believe that you are gone., all of my memories of you I keep in my heart and I know some day we will be together again. Judy, know that I love and miss you more than words can express.Please continue to watch over all of us and keep us safe and guide me to do the right things. Love you, Debbie
Ronnie Trotta
October 3, 2011
Dear Judy,
We are coming up on one year since you left us and I still can't believe some days that you are gone. I continue to miss you so much! Your touch on all of our lives will remain always. I thank you for all the time we had together and will never forget all the laughs & your friendship! Thanks for connecting me to your wonderful family. I am reminded of you every time I am with them and I continue to see all the reasons that you loved them so much. I miss you my friend!
Love Always,
Ronnie
Wendy Ketner
August 28, 2011
Well Mom today is the day we lost our precious Moma/Grandma. If I only knew it would be just over a month before I lost you I probaly would have been committed. I know God works in mysterious ways and that he has a plan. For the life of me that is all I have been trying to do - understand his plan... I wished it just didnt hurt so much. I miss you so much and think of you so often. I thank GOD for you and the time we spent together. Until I see you and Grandma again... I LOVE YOU MOM!!!!!!!!!!
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Emily (Jonas) Boyd
July 12, 2011
Wendy and Family
I am so sorry for your loss, Judy was a very special person,anyone who was lucky enough to know her will always love and remember her.
Sheila S Bell
January 30, 2011
Judy - You will always live on in my heart and prayers. There does not seem to be a day that goes by that I don' t think of you. I miss you, your smile, your sense of humor and your presence. I know you are whole again and sitting at the foot of the Lord. Until I see you again Judy, I miss and love you girl.
October 19, 2010
Judy Graves was one of the most gracious and kind individuals that I have ever known. I worked with Judy for three years where I had the pleasure of getting to know her. What I will miss most is her wonderful smile and lovely personality. God Bless you Judy...
Sharon Camper, Director HR State Department FCU
Wendy Ketner
October 19, 2010
Mom - it was one year ago today that we sat in the Prince William Hospital Emergency Room and heard the words that changed our lives forever. Through the past year I watched you go through so much. You were never given a fair shot, you would get bad news after bad news, but you always stayed strong and fought, you amaze me! I lay awake many nights and think of all of our trips to Fredericksburg for chemo and radiation and our hospital stays and your surgeries. You are always on my mind and I constantly replay the last morning of your life over and over. I miss you so much. I wish I could have done more. I LOVE YOU MOM! Always and Forever
Missy (Cornwell) Earhart
October 11, 2010
Wendy, I wish there was something I could do to take away the hurt and emptiness inside, but I know also what it's like to lose a parent. It will take time, but just remember all the memories and LOVE and you and your family will get through it!! Plus you have great family & friends by your side too!! LOVE YA GIRL!!
Missy
W M
October 9, 2010
Sweetheart Judy, I will miss so much. I keep thinking about you, I can not believe that you are gone. I want you to know that I love you so much. I will never forget about you. WM
Venita Hogan
October 9, 2010
Wendy I am sorry for your loss. I am sure this is a difficult time for you right now. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Venita
mackenzie martin
October 8, 2010
i am so sorry the loss of little grandma
love mackenzie
Ronnie Trotta
October 8, 2010
Dear Judy,
I will miss you more than you will ever know. You taught me so much about life, love and what is important. Thanks for being such a great friend. I will never forget you - your memory will be with me always. Also, you were so right Judy... You do have the Best family ever- they loved you so much & are amazing people... my heart and prayers go out to them.
Love,
Ronnie
Michella Daniels-Orndorff
October 8, 2010
Wendy I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I personally know what it is like to loose a mom and grandma. I lost both of mine within 15 months of each other. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God hold you close to his heart while you go through this hard time.
Debbie Orr
October 8, 2010
I knew not even death could keep you and moma apart for to long. You have been with her since the second you were born,I thank god for the two beautiful women I had in my life and I will always Love and cherish you two.Take care of one another, just like you always did and know that I will never think of one of you without thinking of the other. I love you Judy. Debbie
Michele Muirhead
October 7, 2010
So sorry to hear about the lose of a wonderful mother, sister, and grandmother. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. May she rest in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ.
With Love,
The Muirhead Family
Christy Olson
October 7, 2010
My heart aches for you and your family during this time of sadness. Judy, you were lucky to have such a fun loving family. I know you all will miss her dearly!! It has been a while since I seen Judy but as I think of the past I still hear that unique laugh she had. I use to love staying over with Wendy because she had such a cool mom. Judy, you were a great lady and I hope your up in heaven now with your mom looking down smiling to all of your loved ones. You will be missed!!
XOXO,
Christy
Virginia Cooksey
October 7, 2010
My Dear Judy,
I love you yesterday, today, tomorrow, and for always. Your memory will never die thank you for being just you.
Until we are together again,
Love Virginia
October 7, 2010
It was with much sadness that I heard that Judy had passed away..we worked together at First Virginia Bank & BBT for many years.
Peace be with her and her family..
Gene Bacon
Virginia Cooksey
October 7, 2010
My Dear Judy,
I love you yesterday, today, tomorrow, and for always. Your memory will never die thank you for being just you.
Until we are together again,
Love Virginia
JoAnn Posey
October 7, 2010
I'm so sorry for the loss of Judy. She was such a trooper, attending others funerals while she was sick herself and I myself, will always admire and love her for that strength that she had to the end.
Love,
JoAnn
Jeanna Wilson
October 7, 2010
Life passes you by so fast and we all take for granted the time that we have. Judy, you were a staple in my life growing up for many years. I let the "busyness" of life take away the time with those who meant alot to me. I regret that I could not be there in your time of need, and that of your family. I know the woman that you were, and know that you are in a much better place today. You will be missed and always loved!
Love Always,
Jeanna
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