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Carson Fifer Obituary
Carson LEE Fifer JR.
On April 21, 2022. A lifelong resident of Alexandria. He believed strongly that if you lived in a community, you should give back to that community, making it better for all. He had an unusual ability to bring people together, socially, professionally and for the many organizations and charities he supported. He remained a constant supporter of Carpenter's Shelter, Christ Church, St Stephens and St Agnes school, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Affordable Housing and the list goes on. He did not hesitate to ask friends and colleagues for their time and donations.
He was a retired partner of McGuire Woods, formerly Boothe, Pritchard and Dudley. He attended St Stephen's school from grade school through graduation. He graduated from Brown University and Virginia Law School and received an MBA from George Washington. He loved tennis, golf, fishing, boating, the bay and the LeeSar. He loved animals, music, played in "bands" throughout his life, was a great guitar player and a good banjo player. He was a gentleman. He loved adverbs and writing well, new experiences and travel. Most of all he loved his friends and family. Please give to your favorite cause or charity remembering this gifted and generous man.
A service in his memory will be held in Old Town at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at Christ Church, 118 N. Washington Street, Alexandria, VA.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carson Fifer
Donna Stacia
May 10, 2022
Dear Sarah, Daniel & Meredith,
It was an honor to attend Lee's memorial service on May 3. I am sorry for this belated message. I wanted to let you know that I have made a gift in Lee's memory to the WGTS 91.9 Spring Fundraiser. This is a Christian radio ministry which is entirely listener-funded. It broadcasts in DC Metro and on the Eastern Shore. I am thrilled to support the ministry in memory of Lee who believed so strongly in giving. Lee was a delightful tax client and a wonderful man who clearly touched so many lives in Alexandria and beyond. I am blessed to have known him and the Fifer family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Donna Stacia
Charles M. O'Donnell ( Mike)
May 3, 2022
Lee was a friend and team member of the 1960
championship football team. Rest in Peace.
Clark Massie
May 2, 2022
The community has lost a true leader. Lee was not only a well known and respected lawyer but also a tireless advocate for affordable housing. Lee was a founding member of AHOME (Affordable Housing Opportunity Means Everyone) created in the mid-1980's. One of AHOME's principal accomplishments resulted in the passage of the Affordable Dwelling Unit Ordinance (ADU) adopted by the Virginia General Assembly in the late 1980's. The ADU ordinance was adopted by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors in July 1990 and has since been adopted by other jurisdictions resulting in the creation of hundreds of affordable housing units. Lee's tireless involvement will result in the creation of additional affordable units for generations to come.
Willem Polak
May 2, 2022
Potomac Riverboat Company was a better success thanks to great guidance from Lee in dealing with City lease matters. A joy to work with for many years. Always fun conversations. Terrific person.
Julia Shields
May 2, 2022
I knew Lee when he was a child - the son of my dad´s good friend, Doc Fifer, the sister of my friend and classmate, Marilie. I love this wonderful and caring family. My sympathy to you all.
Nancy LaValle Perkins
April 30, 2022
I met Lee as a 14 year old and am saddened to learn of his death. He was a memorable man, a kind and giving person, and a loving father and husband. May all who love him take comfort in having known him and keep his memory alive.
Jim Cox
April 29, 2022
Sarah, Meredith, and Daniel: Thinking of you during this difficult time. Lee and I met at Brown in 1961. We shared happy memories from Brown, Sigma Nu, grad school at UVA, Mt Eagle, fishing aboard the LeeMar/LeeSar, golf in MA, VA, SC, and FL, and a few memorable "pickin´ and grin in´ " sessions in which Lee entertained with both guitar and banjo. He was the first "Southern Gentleman" I´d ever really gotten to know and I mean that in the finest sense. He was friendly, kind, bright, funny, and interesting; all the characteristics one could want in a friend. I could beat him at golf, but never at tennis. Like so many others, I totally enjoyed his company. I regret that geography and our busy lives prevented spending more time together.
The world was a better place with Carson Lee Fifer in it. I will miss him tremendously.
Tom Dabney
April 29, 2022
How fortunate Alexandria is to have had such a friend and benefactor.
Sunny Scully
April 28, 2022
I first got to know Lee at the funeral of a dear mutual friend, Tom. Mourning the loss of my breakfast buddy, Lee leaned over to offer a hug, and say, "I´ll be your new breakfast buddy". And he was. Lee always followed through on his promises.
Barbara Wiles Kreutzer
April 28, 2022
We are so sorry for his loss...for the family, friends and the community.
Margie, remember how he tolerated us and even played hide and seek with 'the annoying little girls' at Mount Eagle. I think the little girls were infatuated with him. Love to all of your family. Barbara and Andy
William J. (Bill) Berry
April 27, 2022
Lee was a fine student and an enthusiastic athlete. It was a pleasure coaching him at St. Stephens all those years ago. I remember him with great fondness.
Coach Bill Berry
Las Cruces, NM
Sherry Schiller
April 26, 2022
Lee was one of a kind-no one like him will ever walk this earth again. I send my condolences to his family, and hope they find comfort in memories of this warm, generous, talented, spirited gentleman who left a positive mark on every life he touched.
Jim Lamb
April 26, 2022
Losing Lee is like every one of us losing a chunk of ourselves. His passion for helping those in need was as bright as the light in his eyes that every person would notice when they were with him. I am so glad to have had the opportunity to learn from him in his social activism, his business ethics and even hearing him singing along at a Jimmy Buffett concert. He was a tireless fighter for what was right in every cause I can remember him dragging me into. All of us need to simply honor him by continuing his fight to help every person, child, and animal have a kinder and happier life.
Meghann Wright
April 26, 2022
Meghann Wright
April 26, 2022
Meghann Wright
April 26, 2022
"Mr. Lee" was a larger part of my upbringing than he probably ever realized. When the Fifers were in town (Deale) at the house next door, we knew the weekend would likely include a boating adventure, some guitar playing, storytelling, and laughter. Mr. Lee´s generous, fun-loving spirit resonated with all of those who had the pleasure of meeting him. Into adulthood, I introduced several of my friends to him over the years who share in the sad news of his passing, but are so glad they got to meet him and experience his warm, joyful presence. Miss Sarah, Daniel, and Meredith - our hearts are with you during this time and we love you all dearly. Sharing these photos I took of him in the place I knew him best - on the Lee Sar. (2010)
Dave Davidson, SSS Class of 1962
April 25, 2022
Lee was a good friend, classmate, & teammate at St. Stephen´s, where he played on our football teams that were 8-1 & 8-0-1 in 1959 & 1960. Will never forget him, at 5´6" successfully pass defending a Landon 6´9" future NBA player, Fred Hetzel of Davidson College.
My sincere sympathy goes out to Lee´s family. His heart was larger than life.
George and Molly Barbee
April 24, 2022
Sarah, Meredith and Daniel,
Molly and I have been thinking about you since we heard the news on Lee. My college roommate at Brown, Deale boating, Golfing around the country on our 'outings', Eisenhower West, Victory Board, Mt. Eagle, etc ..., and many new friends introduced thanks to Lee.
So many happy memories to celebrate and so much admiration for your dedication the last few years.
George and Molly
Suki and Fil Agusti
April 23, 2022
So many warm memories of Lee, a wonderful host, fabulous guitar player and giving friend and neighbor. Sarah, Daniel and Meredith, we are thinking of you with much sympathy and love.
Carole Rogin
April 23, 2022
My love and sympathy are with you and your family, I am so sorry for your loss. We share it, with so many wonderful memories and good times.
Emily and Mitch Willey
April 23, 2022
Dearest Sarah
Remembering glorious dinner parties around your grand table full of scintillating conversation and warmth and Lee strumming. Sending hugs and caring. Love Emily and Mitch
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