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MALVERN J. SHEFFIELD JR.
Malvern J. Sheffield, Jr. died peacefully on Wednesday, July 27, 2022 in Washington, DC surrounded by his loved ones. Born in Norfolk, VA on December 28, 1930. Predeceased on August 14, 2002 by his cherished wife, Betty K. Sheffield, after 45 years of blissful marriage. Survived by his devoted daughter, Linda B. Sheffield of Berlin, Germany, treasured grandson, Noah Jakob Sheffield Lehrecke, and dear companion of two decades, Lenore Beth Fein of Alexandria, VA. Attended public school in Norfolk, VA and the University of Virginia for undergraduate (Beta Gamma Sigma; National Honorary Scholastic fraternity; Raven Society) and for law school (graduated June 6, 1954). Captain, Judge Advocate General's Corps, United States Army, stationed in the Office of the Judge Advocate General at the Pentagon (1954 – 1957); recipient of the Army Commendation Ribbon with metal pendant. Private practitioner of law specializing in estate planning and administration of decedent estates (1957 – 1992). Fellow, American College of Trust and State Council; President, District of Columbia Estate Planning Council (1985). Partner, ArentFox, LLP, until retirement on December 31, 1992. Silver Life Master, American Contract Bridge League. Opera enthusiast who frequented the Met and grand opera houses of Europe. Avid Washington sports fan, above all the Washington Nationals (2019 World Series Champions). Percussionist, Norfolk Symphony Orchestra (1945 – 1948). The family will be receiving condolences on Sunday, July 31, from 2 to 4 p.m. prior to the closed-casket ceremony at DeVol Funeral Home, 2222 Wisconsin Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20007. Funeral service will be held at the same location on Monday, August 1 at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Georgetown Lombardi Cancer Center, Attention: Georgetown University Gift Processing Department, PO Box #0734, Washington, DC, 20073-0734 (Memo: Lombardi Cancer Center, in memoriam) or via www.giving.georgetown.edu (click on: purpose > other > Lombardi Cancer Center > in memoriam).
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Ellen Kelley
August 5, 2022
Sorry. We were out of town when this happened. Mal was a "presence" at the bridge table. One of my first partners at Guy Mason back in 2004. Having lived many years abroad, we had good conversations about the IB program over the years. He had an interest for an obvious reason. Please accept my sympathy.
Marie Tomo
August 1, 2022
Working for Mr.Sheffield was a great experience. I came in as an employee as time went on he became like family. He was a kind and loving man. May God continue to watch over his family and may his soul Rest in Peace.
Winnie Smith Silberman
July 31, 2022
My deepest sympathy on Mal's passing. I know my parents ( Anne and Mark Smith) and our family were very fond of him. May his memory be for a blessing.
Mary Dale Ellis
July 31, 2022
Linda, when your dear parents moved to the Colonnade your sweet Mother and I immediately bonded. Noah was a little kid learning to swim. Your Mother's loss left a hole in my heart. Your Father was a pillar of strength. While I had to move away for several years, I was keenly aware of the many personal sacrifices you made for your Father. Please know your thoughtfulness and kindness to your parents was a great comfort to them. You are an example of how we should all live. Now that Noah is a young man, he too will be guided by the strengths and gentleness of your parents' memory.
Mary Dale
Martha Lloyd-Carter
July 31, 2022
Linda and Noah, my deepest condolences to you. I know he will be missed by his many friends and colleagues in the City. I´m sorry I can´t be with you right now as my health won´t permit traveling. God bless.
Seth Mark Guggenheim
July 29, 2022
Linda and Noah, I am so sorry. My brief associations with Malvern in The Colonnade compelled the instant conclusion that he was a kind, generous, erudite, and gentle man. I hope that you find continuing comfort and peace in the many memories you undoubtedly already have and cherish.
Seth
Ogunsina Joseph
July 29, 2022
May his soul rest in perfect peace
Alan Pollin
July 29, 2022
With my deepest sympathy (son of Elaine & Jack Pollin)
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