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ELIZABETH STURTEVANT Obituary
Dr. ELIZABETH MAY STURTEVANT
On March 29, 2018, Dr. Elizabeth "Betty" May Sturtevant, neé Guiles, passed away from complications from Parkinson's Disease and Multiple System Atrophy at Inova Fairfax Hospital. She was 66.Betty was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother, a renowned scholar and lifelong educator. A leader in her field, she had been Professor of Literacy and Reading at George Mason University since 1994. She also worked with USAID and the International Reading Association across four continents.She was intrepid, thoughtful, and dedicated to her children. She is survived by husband David Sturtevant; children Daniel Sturtevant, Paul Sturtevant, and Lee Braddock; grandchildren Trent, Maggie, and Lexi Sturtevant, and Kora Braddock; brother Charles Guiles; and many students, colleagues, and friends.A memorial will be held April 7, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Burke Presbyterian Church, 5690 Oak Leather Drive, Burke, VA 22015. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Parkinson's Foundation.
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Kimberly Sheridan
May 10, 2018
Betty was a delightful, creative, generous and smart colleague. She had a wonderful ability to be honest and critical with her students but also convey unwavering support and confidence in them. She had high standards and took genuine pleasure in others' achievements--a rare combination. I learned a lot from working with her and miss her. My condolences to your family on your loss.
A colleague
April 6, 2018
Sincere condolences to the family. I know she will be sorely missed by you all.
She was dedicated to you & the students she worked with @ the university.
Karen Ross
April 6, 2018
My sincerest condolences to my friend, Paul, and to the Sturtevant family. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
A Friend
April 6, 2018
Betty was a gentle, generous, and inspiring soul who will be long remembered by the friends and students whose lives she enriched with her wisdom and her smile. FLY with the angels, Brave One.
Heartfelt condolences to your family . . .
A Friend
April 6, 2018
Betty was a gentle, generous, and inspiring soul who will live on in the hearts of the friends and students whose lives she enriched. Fly with the angels, Brave One. Condolences to your family and the many who will miss you.
Matt McKeon
April 4, 2018
My deepest condolences to the Sturtevant family, especially David! In the past year, Betty routinely defied her condition to attend and participate in our weekly Parkinson practice/support groups. The power of her presence, smile,and laugh would transcend the physical limitations of her condition. She brought joy and inspiration to all that she met.
David has been a steadfast partner,a vocal advocate, and clearly a loving husband. Betty will be missed!
Carol Ross Stoil
April 4, 2018
I'm so sorry for your loss. She was a force for good in our world. Cherish your many memories of her.
Richard Utz
April 3, 2018
My sincere condolences to you, Paul, and your entire family.
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