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CONGE Joseph F. Conge, Jr. GySgt, USMC (Ret.) Frank Conge, 73, who served for the federal government for 39 years, died at INOVA Hospital in Fairfax, VA on Tuesday, December 19, 2017. Frank was born in Washington, DC and lived five years with his family in Clarksburg, WV. He returned to DC and attended John Carroll Catholic High School. Upon his parents' divorce, he lived in Tampa and Parrish, FL. He joined the United States Marine Corps in July 1961 at Parris Island, SC. He had numerous assignments with the Corps: Judo Instructor/Rifle-Pistol Coach, Military Subjects Instructor, Physical Training instructor, Recruiter/Station Chief, Battalion Intelligence Officer/Chief, Intelligence Analyst Site Development Branch, Intelligence Plans Chief, Intelligence Analyst, Battalion Intelligence Officer/Chief, Group Intelligence Chief, Squadron Intelligence Chief, and MOS 0231 Intelligence Chief. He was stationed in South Carolina; North Carolina; MedCruise: Spain/France/Italy/Greece/Libya; Okinawa, Japan; Quantico, VA; Harvey, Illinois; Camp Pendleton, CA; RVN Saigon; NKP Thailand: Clark AFB Philippines; CINCLANT Compound Norfolk, VA; TAD to Langley AFB, Hampton, VA; Pentagon WDC; Okinawa, Japan; Republic of Philippines; South Korea; and Camp Fuji, Japan. After retiring from the Marine Corps, he was a Park Ranger at the Lincoln Memorial in DC. His last employment was with the U.S. Secret Service, Intelligence Division, Washington, DC as an Intelligence Research Specialist from which he retired in 2008 Frank graduated Cum Laude in Police Science from Northern Virginia Community College. He also earned a B.A. in History and M.A. in Education from George Mason University, Fairfax, VA. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph F. Conge, Sr., father and mother, Ida Ruth Williams. He is survived by his wife, Helene A. Conge; his sister, T. Jean Conge and brother, John A. Conge; his daughter, Lisa M. Turcios and grandchild, Anthony B. Conge; and countless friends and family. He will be buried at Arlington National Cemetery at a future date. Memorial contributions can be made in his name to the Animal Visitation Program for Wounded Warriors, Red Cross Pack at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy for the Conge family can be shared at www.murphyfuneralhomes.com www.murphyfuneralhomes.com

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Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 1, 2018.

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Nancy Donner

January 30, 2018

Deepest and most sincere condolences to you and your family. We will keep you in our prayers. Much love to you all.

Rob Ennis

January 21, 2018

Helene,Lisa,Toni and the Conge family my condolences. Friendship is life's greatest gift and I was blessed by Frank's close friendship. Frank's love of country, the Marines, his family, and the value he placed higher learner were some of traits I loved about Frank. I will continue to keep the Conge family in my thoughts and prayers and honor his memory by remembering the positive memories and character traits and value of his true friendship which has and will continue to give value and meaning to my life. Love Rob Ennis

Retired USSS

Benny Crosby

January 6, 2018

Frank....you served your country and served it well. As one of your former colleagues in the U.S. Secret Service I mourn your passing and pray that God will embrace your family and give them peace as your mortal remains are laid to rest. Rest in peace Marine!

Nancy Oby

January 5, 2018

Dear Helene, Lisa and family. Frank was truly one of a kind in so many wonderful ways. He was a true patriot and so knowledgeable about so many things. He made my years at the USSS so special I will never forget him. May you find comfort in knowing what an incredible man he was to so many....Rest in peace Frank.......

Lynn Zimney

January 4, 2018

Dear Helene and Family,

May the love of your family and friends provide support and comfort to you as you mourn the loss of your dear husband, father, and grandfather. Frank always spoke so lovingly of his family. God Bless.

January 1, 2018

Dear Helene and Family,
I am so sorry about the recent death of your husband. Please receive my prayers and my s8 cere condolences.

I saw today

January 1, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the family. May the God of tender mercies and comfort be with the family at this most difficult time.

Rick Pellish

December 29, 2017

To the loved ones of Frank Conge,
May this Marine rest in peace.
Semper Fidelis,
Rick Pellish
Okinawa, Japan

Karen Omartian

December 27, 2017

Helene, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. Prayers and love to you and the family.

December 26, 2017

With you Helene, Lisa and Antony and John, Katy, Andrew from Geneva, Bernex, Pellusin, Ville d'Avray our memories and our condolences to the family in America. With our love.

December 26, 2017

With you Helene, Lisa and Antony and John, Katy, Andrew from Geneva, Bernex, Pellusin, Ville d'Avray our memories and our condolences to the family in America. With our love.

December 25, 2017

Frank was a true friend.
Over the years, we came to appreciate his honesty, his generosity, his no-nonsense attitude towards life.
He has left a profound impact on those who have had the privilege to have known him.
We will miss him.
Alain and Roselyne Place

Steve Bergelevier

December 24, 2017

Psalm 144:1
Praise be the LORD My Rock, who trains my hands for War, my fingers for Battle
Thank You for your Wisdom, Guidance, Understanding, and Great sense of humor.
Semper Fidelis

Steve Bergelevier

December 24, 2017

Psalm 144.1

Praise be to the LORD My Rock who trains my hands for War, My fingers for Battle.

Thank You for your Wisdom, Guidance, Understanding, and wonderful sense of humor.

Semper Fidelis

Lisa Turcios

December 23, 2017

The thought of my favorite U.S. Marine guarding the streets of heaven comforts me.

December 23, 2017

Always ready was my husband's motto when it came to the Corps, Semper Fidelis. Maj. Spooner stated Marines are tough, proud and remarkable, both in war and peace. They are professional, well trained in the martial arts and the art of war. They remain forever Marines! No better friends, no worse enemy, refers to those few men and ... women who wear the eagle, globe and anchor. If they live to be hundred, that spirit of Semper Fidelis remains at their core. So my beloved with your yin/yang personality may God take you in his fold and may you rest in peace. Love, your wife

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