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JOHN W. TRIBBETT "J.W."
Of Burke, VA passed away peacefully at home on July 31, 2014. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Janet Unger; his son Benjamin Tribbett; brothers William Tribbett of Greenville, SC, and Gerald Tribbett of Roanoke, VA; sister, Sharon Reilly of Annandale, VA and their spouses. He is also survived by many other loving relatives, particularly his nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, Eva and Judson Tribbett and brother Hershel Tribbett of Roanoke, VA. J.W. spent most of his career as a certified arborist and landscaper and loved camping, hiking, and fishing. Visitation will be held on Sunday, August 3 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home, in Fairfax VA. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery at a later time.
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Greg Aldrich
August 7, 2014
John was a great outdoorsman. His skills in landscaping were that of a great artist. He will be sorely missed. It was an honor to know him.
Becky Stephens
August 4, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. Thank you for the honor of being a part of his care at the end of his life. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers
August 1, 2014
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. JW will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with you at your time of deepest sorrow. Love, Steve & Linda Martin and Michelle
August 1, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Howie and Florence O'Brien (Burke)
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Rick and Tracy Nelson
August 1, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Also know that friends who love you surround you!
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