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Robert Sheya Obituary

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ROBERT SHEYA

Robert Sheya, age 67, of Alexandria, Virginia passed away at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.

A gathering for Robert will be held Tuesday, November 21, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Demaine Funeral Home, 520 S. Washington St., Alexandria, VA 22314. A mass of the resurrection will occur Wednesday, November 22, 2023 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Good Shepherd Church, 8710 Mt Vernon Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22309.

Bob enjoyed celebrating New Year's so we ask those in attendance of his celebration of life at Demaine's Funeral Home to come dressed in your sparkliest outfit. Don't be afraid to shine!

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Washington Post on Nov. 20, 2023.

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Nov

21

Memorial Gathering

4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Demaine Funeral Home - Alexandria

520 South Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

Nov

22

Funeral Mass

10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Good Shepherd Church

8710 Mt Vernon Hwy, Alexandria, VA

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Demaine Funeral Home - Alexandria

520 South Washington Street, Alexandria, VA 22314

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