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Warrenton moves closer to buying horse show grounds 9.5 acres are slated to become a public park By Peter Cary

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The Warrenton Town Council took a big step toward sealing the deal to buy the Warrenton Horse Show grounds on Tuesday, May 9 when its members voted unanimously to finalize negotiations with the organization that owns the property. The proposed arrangement would have the town spend $1.6 million of its COVID-19 relief money to purchase the 9.5 acres on East Shirley Avenue for a public park where the Warrenton Horse show Association could also continue to run its annual horse and pony shows. See HORSE SHOW, page 4

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Picking and grinning: H.M. Pearson Elementary music teacher Andrew McGinley invited the bluegrass band he leads, “Andrew McGinley and Paxon Ridge,” for a full day of instruction at the Catlett school. The five-piece band played blue grass and unveiled a new school song, “The Panda Song,” which was accompanied by fourth and fifth graders playing recorders. The visit was about “helping the kids learn what the different instruments sound like,” McGinley said. Band members include, from left: Mason Wright on the fiddle; Robert Mabe on the banjo; McGinley, lead vocals and guitar; Jack Dunlap on the mandolin; Cody Brown on bass; and Buddy Dunlap on the dobro. The event was sponsored by the school’s PTO.

Fauquier Hospital’s safety score rises to a ‘C’ after pandemic lows By Anya Sczerzenie

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After a year and a half of historically low scores, Fauquier Hospital has improved its Leapfrog safety score to a C. The hospital’s latest score, awarded for spring 2023, is an improvement after the facility received three D grades in a row in 2021 and 2022. Because data is delayed by a few years, the D grades represented how the hospital performed during the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Sarah Cubbage, a Fauquier Health spokeswoman. The latest grade takes improvements that were made a few years ago into account, Cubbage said in an email. “We expect it will still take several cycles be-

Fauquier Health in Warrenton fore the Leapfrog data reflects this recent progress,” Cubbage wrote. “Since our previous score, it is evident we are starting to see the results of the progress being made.” The Leapfrog safety score looks at how likely hospitals are to make preventable errors as well as

the prevalence of hospital-acquired infections and surgical complications. They are calculated by the Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization that releases grades twice a year for more than 3,000 hospitals in the United States. The grade considers many aspects of the hospital, such as staff communication with patients, hand hygiene and different types of hospital-acquired conditions such as falls, bedsores and infections. The 97-bed Fauquier Hospital, officially named Fauquier Health, has a 24-hour emergency department and several specialty services, including a cardiac catheterization lab and an orthopedics and spine center. See HOSPITAL, page 2

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Amazon files motion to dismiss lawsuit against its data center By Cher Muzyk

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Amazon Data Services, Inc. filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit against its proposed data center, arguing that the plaintiffs, Citizens for Fauquier County and 10 town residents, lack standing to fight the future data center in court. CFFC and the other plaintiffs filed their lawsuit on March 16 in Fauquier County Circuit Court asking the court to declare unlawful the town council’s Feb. 14 vote that approved a special use permit for the Amazon data center and to void it. The town filed a motion to dismiss the lawsuit in April. The lawsuit names as defendants the Warrenton Town Council and the Town of Warrenton but not Amazon. Amazon asked to intervene in the lawsuit, and its request was granted by court order on April 14, according to court papers. Amazon filed its motion seeking to dismiss the complaint on May 5. The seven-page “demurrer and plea in bar” asserts that none of the plaintiffs have standing, a legal term of art that requires that a party bringing a lawsuit has the legal right to do so. The lawsuit was brought by 10 Warrenton residents who live in close proximity to the data center site on Blackwell Road or infra-

Fauquier Hospital’s safety score rises to a ‘C’ after pandemic lows HOSPITAL, from page 1 Fauquier Health Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Segal took over in September 2022, nearly a year after former CEO Chad Melton resigned to take a position at a nonprofit hospital in Seattle, Washington. According to the Leapfrog safety score report, Fauquier Health’s poor record of preventing bedsores was one factor that led to the lower grades in recent years. Bedsores, also called pressure injuries, are caused when bedridden patients lie in one position for too long without being turned. The hospital implemented a new protocol to prevent bedsores in 2019, according to Cubbage, but a lag in reporting meant the results of the new protocol were not reflected in the hospital’s safety score reports for a few years. “We implemented new protocols to proactively address pressure injuries, which were a contributing factor to our previously lower grade,” Cubbage wrote in an email. “Since then, we saw nearly a 40% reduction in 2021 versus 2019 pressure injuries.” Cubbage said that this protocol works by identifying patients who are at risk of pressure injuries and monitoring them closely before they

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structure that will serve it. They say their lives and properties would be adversely affected by the data center’s development and operations. The ill effects include noise from its cooling system and fumes from its diesel generators; construction traffic; and having their streets dug up for underground power lines serving the data center – not to mention a decline in their property values. CFFC is a 55-year-old nonprofit of 700 members that has been involved in many Fauquier development fights over the years. Seven of the 10 plaintiffs are members of CFFC, and its president, Kevin Ramundo, has spoken against the data center’s approval during town council meetings. Amazon’s motion asserts that none of the plaintiffs meet the standing requirements because “some do not own or occupy property within close proximity to Amazon’s property,” and any harm they alleged is

“speculative” and “shared by the public at large.” Regarding CFFC, Amazon’s motion says that the group also does not have standing and cannot bring the suit because Virginia does not recognize “organizational or representational standing” in a case like this. Amazon’s argument is essentially that CFFC cannot bring a lawsuit on behalf of one or more of its members. Aside from standing, Amazon’s motion to dismiss also alleges several legal deficiencies in the plaintiffs’ complaint. Amazon’s pleading counters the plaintiffs’ allegations that Amazon’s SUP submissions were inadequate, saying all “relevant items were provided” and that “the lack of one or more such items would not constitute a basis” to void the SUP. The plaintiffs’ complaint alleges missing information in Amazon’s SUP submissions. Among them are

a missing noise study; a lack of information on power supply impacts to the town’s gateway and impacts on viewsheds; and a lack of planning for decommissioning the building when the data center is obsolete. Other missing information, the suit said, includes traffic data, road closure impacts, noise from blasting operations, lighting studies and tree preservation surveys. Amazon asserts in its motion that the town council was not required to make “findings in any particular manner,” rendering any argument by the plaintiffs that the Amazon SUP lacks information under the zoning ordinance moot. Further, Amazon says that the plaintiffs’ allegations regarding “supposed harm” created by the data center are “erroneous” and “subject to the council’s legislative judgment.”

develop one. “This surveillance includes increased nutritional counseling, lab work and in-person wound consultations, which enable our care teams to better identify and work with highrisk patients before they even begin to develop a pressure injury,” Cubbage wrote. The hospital has also introduced similar protocol to prevent falls and infections by identifying and monitoring at-risk patients, Cubbage said. Other parts of the hospital have also improved since the data for this year’s Leapfrog score was collected. Cubbage also said that the emergency room wait times at the hospital have “drastically improved” to under 20 minutes in the last few months. This year, Fauquier Health’s Leapfrog score was almost perfect in some areas but lower in others, which brought the overall grade down to a C. The hospital was reported by Leapfrog to have poor communication between staff and patients in several areas, including communication about patients’ medicines and communication between doctors and nurses. The responsiveness of hospital staff, according to the report, was worse than average. However, Fauquier Health had a very good score on surgery complications, ranking better than average in preventing all types of surgical

complications listed in the Leapfrog report, such as torn stitches, kidney injuries and breathing problems. Fauquier Health was the only hospital in the state to receive a D grade in the fall of 2022, making the hospital the lowest ranked among those surveyed by the nonprofit Leapfrog in the state. The hospital is among 15 Virginia with a C grade as of spring 2023. No hospital in Virginia received a D or an F grade in the latest rankings. However, some hospitals in Virginia received Ds and even F grades in the past. Overall, Virginia has gone from second to place to ninth place in the

number of hospitals with A grades. As of this spring, 27 hospitals received A grades, and 28 received a B grades. Among area hospitals, UVA Prince William Medical Center in Manassas and UVA Haymarket both received A grades, while Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center in Woodbridge received a B from Leapfrog. UVA Health Culpeper Medical Center also earned a B grade as did the UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville. All five INOVA hospitals in Fairfax County received A grades, according to Leapfrog’s latest reports. Reach Anya Sczerzenie at fauquier.com

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Warrenton keeps tax rates flat Proposed $41.2 million new budget still a work in progress By Peter Cary

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After discussing a possible hike in the town’s vehicle tax rate, Warrenton Town Council has decided against it. Warrenton residents will pay real estate and vehicle taxes at the same rate next year as they are paying now. That comes as a result of a unanimous vote by the town council on Tuesday, May 9 to keep the real estate tax rate flat at 0.0401 cents per $100 in assessed value and the vehicle tax rate flat at $1 per $100 in assessed value for fiscal year 2024, which begins July 1. Other taxable personal property, such as boats and trailers, as well as business personal property will also stay taxed at $1 of assessed value. Town residents also currently pay a $25 license fee for each vehicle and $15 for each motorcycle. The council will consider whether that tax will be extended for another year at its June 13 meeting. The town’s finance department had recommended raising the personal property tax rate to $1.50 per $100 in assessed value to bring in enough revenue to balance a proposed fiscal year 2024 town budget of $41.2 million. As part of that budget, the town staff had also recommended dropping the vehicle li-

cense fee. Keeping the personal property and vehicle rate at $1 will bring in $568,000 less than if the rate had gone to $1.50, and council members and staff would have to scramble to find cuts in the budget to account for less revenue. Councilman David McGuire had proposed setting the rate for business personal property, which is applied to computers and machinery, and citizens’ personal property, which is mainly vehicles, to $1.25. That would bring in more revenue than the $1 rate and would be “fair and equitable,” he said. He said eliminating the vehicle license fee would spare citizens some pain. But some other council members noted that they had heard a presentation only that morning from a consulting firm that recommended a more than 20% hike in water and sewer fees. The town is discussing undertaking a six-year, $67.1 million water and sewer improvement program to fix aging infrastructure to enlarge treatment plant capacity. It would be paid for partly with cash on hand and partly with $45 million in new debt. To fund the plan, the median user would see their combined water and sewer monthly bills go up by $8.37, or 23.1%, in 2024. Like the vehicle license fee, water and sewer rates will be discussed at a public hearing on June 13. Reach Peter Cary at news@fauquier.com

the criteria for approval in the Amazon files motion met town’s zoning ordinance and is conto dismiss lawsuit sistent with the town’s comprehenplan, and therefore is not void against its data center sive as plaintiffs contend. AMAZON, from page 2 In response to the residents’ claim that the special use permits conditions violate the town’s zoning ordinance, Amazon’s motion says the council may permit the use of potable water for the limited purpose of initially filling the cooling system but forbid it for “general purposes” of cooling the data center. Amazon’s motion also argues there have been no noise ordinance violations because no source of noise exists yet and that how not-yet-installed generators will use mufflers need not be specified. Amazon’s pleading also says that notice was properly given before both planning commission and town council meetings and also that whether additional hearings are required is a decision within the sole discretion of the town council. The plaintiffs’ complaint asks that the court declare the town council’s approval of the Amazon SUP and its attached conditions “unreasonable” and “unlawful” and “therefore void.” In its own pleading, Amazon responded that the council made an affirmative finding that the SUP

Finally, Amazon’s motion said the council properly followed the “required procedures appropriate to the issuance of a special use permit” when it was passed the SUP as a resolution instead of an ordinance. Despite Amazon’s intervening in the court case and filing a motion to dismiss the case, CFFC remains undeterred. “Amazon’s recent filings were fully expected by Citizens for Fauquier County and its legal counsel,” Ramundo said in a statement. “We remain confident in the strength of our suit to overturn the town’s approval of Amazon’s data center. CFFC with 10 Warrenton residents filed this suit to prevent the serious harm that the proposed data center’s construction and operation will cause to the plaintiffs and because the town ignored Virginia law and its own zoning ordinances and comprehensive plan in granting a special use permit to Amazon. CFFC remains committed to preventing that harm by subjecting the town’s decision to the fullest scrutiny of the law.” As of May 15, no hearing had been scheduled in the matter. Reach Cher Muzyk at cmuzyk@ fauquier.com

Mia Valdez competes during the 2021 Warrenton Horse Show. The Town of Warrenton is moving forward with a plan to purchase the 9.5acre Warrenton Horse Show grounds on East Shirley Avenue. PHOTO BY BETSY BURKE PARKER

Warrenton moves closer to buying horse show grounds HORSE SHOW, from page 1 The town’s plan to purchase the land was described as a “win-win” and a “private-public partnership” by several council members and a dozen directors of the horse show association and other supporters who spoke at the council meeting. “These nine and a half acres are so special in many ways,” said Hilary Gerhardt, co-president of the Warrenton Horse Show Association. “The best horses and ponies and riders have competed in our iconic ring,” she added. “But the historic grounds have much more significance than just a horse facility. It’s a special open space in the middle of town,” one that has hosted farmers markets and car shows and even Patsy Cline, who sang there at an event in the 1950s, she said. The show’s longtime manager Tommy Jones had said it has been getting harder and harder for the association to run its one-ring shows on the grounds while trying to mow the acreage and keep up maintenance on its grandstand, judging stand and stables. The plan in the works would have the town buy the property but would have the association share the cost of bringing the facilities up to code, work that the town estimated would cost about $400,000. Last month Jones told the council that the association was concerned that as the property became more valuable, it might receive an offer it might not be able to refuse, especially if old board members left and new ones took their places. The property is zoned residential for up to 37 lots and is valued at about $2 million, according to a staff report. Negotiations between the town and the association over a sale have been underway for about a year, and Jones told the council on April 11 that he thought the deal was done. But the two new council members, Paul Mooney and David McGuire, who did not know of the pending arrangements, raised numerous questions – about liability, maintenance responsibilities and what the town park would look like. While some of those questions

have been answered, others remain, including whether the town’s purchase money should go to the association’s more than 100 shareholders, or to a nonprofit organization created for equine education and running the shows. Also, at issue was whether, and through what mechanism, the association would spend roughly $200,000 for show grounds improvements, half of the town’s estimate for the cost of updating facilities. Councilman Bill Semple had also asked to see a list of the association’s shareholders so he could assess whether he might be voting to flow money to a shareholder he personally knew. But the list has not yet been issued, and Semple said it is not now clear whether the purchase money would go to the shareholders, a nonprofit or a new corporation. Questions to be settled aside, Semple and other council members said they favored the deal. “I support this; it’s a win-win,” said Councilman David McGuire. “I look forward to this partnership.” Mayor Carter Nevill said he had heard from the administration of the White Springs Senior Living facility, which is adjacent to the park. “They, as an operation, are very excited to see it retained as a public space that they may be able to use for their senior facility as a green space, as an open space, for programs for their seniors and residents,” he said. “So, it was pleasing to hear that there was endorsement coming from neighboring properties as far as the acquisition.” Councilman Brett Hamby had earlier moved that the council “direct the town manager to enter into contract negotiations for the purchase of real property within town limits, the Warrenton Horse Show grounds.” A few minutes later, during discussion, he said, “I would hope that the manager and both legal teams can get a contract back to us, hopefully by next month, and we can move forward. The council voted unanimously in favor of his motion. Reach Peter Cary at news@fauquier.com

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Shattered storefront window ‘likely’ not vandalism, police chief says By Jill Palermo

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Police are investigating after a large storefront window was shattered over the weekend at Studio Luxe, a women’s clothing boutique in Old Town Warrenton. But Police Chief Tim Carter said Sunday that evidence indicates the damage likely was not the result of vandalism and could have been caused by a large potted plant. Warrenton police were called to Studio Luxe Boutique, located at 92 Main St., at 10:07 p.m. on Friday, May 12, for a reported “damage to property.” Officers arrived to find the shattered window but noted that a large plant sitting on a table in the display window was knocked over and that part of it was hanging out of the window, according to a report Carter provided. “The potted plant being knocked over and protruding outside the window; the majority of the glass being outside the window; and the absence of anything stolen are indicators that this incident was likely neither vandalism (n)or theft-related,” Carter said in Sunday afternoon email. “But the case is still under investigation.” Carter also said it’s not clear whether a fallen railing at the nearby U.S. Post Office, which was discovered about two hours after the broken window, was deliberately damaged, though that too remains under investigation. “Officers are still following up on leads and coordinating with (the U.S. Postal Investigative Service),” he said. According to the police report, the railing “did not look bent,” and there was “a lot of rust deposit” on the holes in the concrete where the railing should have been, indicating the railing might have fallen because of the rust. Brandi Norrell, owner of Studio Luxe, said Sunday she hoped the damage to her store was

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Warrenton police remained outside Studio Luxe in downtown Warrenton Sunday morning after a shattered window was discovered there late Friday, May 12. not the result of vandalism. “My hope is that it (was) not intentional or deliberate … and that it’s just somebody who made a poor choice,” Norrell said. “I would hope it was just an unfortunate accident.” Norrell said the damage occurred between 9:45 and 10:15 p.m. and that she was told about it by her insurance company. Responding Warrenton police officers wrapped the gaping window front in yellow crime tape, and a squad car remained in front of the store overnight until she could board up the window Saturday morning. Norrell said she was grateful for the police department’s support as well as that of nearby store owners and managers who turned out to help. Police are reviewing security camera footage, she said. “It’s incredibly overwhelming and exhaust-

ing, and it just stinks,” Norrell said. “But people showed us so much love yesterday, and the community came around us and supported us. … The response from the community far outweighs whatever happened.” Warrenton Mayor Carter Nevill said Sunday that he, too, hoped the damage was not deliberate. Nevill owns a jewelry store in Old Town Warrenton and noted that windows of a few shops and restaurants have broken in recent years, but not as a result of vandalism. A deer smashed into a window at what is now the Black Bear Bistro, and a patron inadvertently broke a window at Molly’s just by leaning against it, Nevill said. “Finding out the truth is important, and hopefully the police will find out and have more information for us,” Nevill said. He also noted that the timing of the broken window makes it less likely the damage was deliberate. “It’s unusual for vandalism like that to occur on Main Street at a time when you’re still having some passersby,” he said. Whatever happened, Norrell stressed that her store is trying to make the best of the situation. The incident comes at a bad time for Studio Luxe. Norrell just announced last week that her children’s clothing store, Little Luxe, which operates near her main boutique, would be closing in June due to lagging sales. “We’re always going to find the silver lining,” she said. “It sucks that it happened, but negative energy is contagious. … We’re trying to keep it positive.” Anyone with information about either the shattered window or the fallen railing is encouraged to call Warrenton Police at 540-347-1107. Callers may be anonymous, Carter said. Reach Jill Palermo at jpalermo@fauquier.com

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Warrenton Middle celebrates a century of serving Fauquier schoolchildren School to officially close at the end of the school year next week

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After a century of serving Fauquier public school students, Warrenton Middle School will officially close next week when the school year comes to an end. A celebration will be held this Friday to commemorate the school’s history. The school has been used as an elementary, middle, junior high and high school since the 1920s. Starting Aug. 16, the building will remain open, but it will be called “Taylor Middle School,” as Taylor students and staff will attend school in the building along with the current sixth and seventh graders attending Warrenton Middle. The arrangement will be temporary, as construction on a $56.6 million renovation and expansion project at the Taylor Middle School building, located at 350 E. Shirley Ave., is expected to take two years. Taylor Middle is expected to open in time for the 2026-27 school year. The school opened in 1951 as the county’s first high school for Black students.

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What: Warrenton School Celebration Where: 244 Waterloo St., Warrenton When: Friday, May 19, from 6 to 8 p.m. • 6 to 6:30 p.m.: Tours of the school featuring various artifacts. Law Dawgs and Carousel food trucks available • 6:30 to 7 p.m.: Time capsule viewing • 7 to 8 p.m.: Presentation of WMS alumni and staff The combined middle school will be called Taylor Middle School, as state reporting for accreditation and assessments requires the school division to choose one name. The school board has not yet decided what it will do with the Warrenton Middle School building once the students move back

into Taylor Middle, according to Tara Helkowski, Fauquier County Public Schools spokeswoman. Friday’s event includes tours of Warrenton Middle, visits to artifacts and a presentation of Warrenton Middle students and staff. Law Dawgs Hotdogs and Carousel Frozen

Treats will have food for purchase. T-shirts for the event are available for purchase on Redbubble. All in attendance will receive a ticket for a free soft-serve cone from Carousel, Helkowski said. In addition, a time capsule that was buried at the school in the mid1990s will be searched for during the event using a metal detector. “Whether we find it or not, we will be burying a new time capsule with some of the school’s artifacts and messages from the attendees,” Helkowski said. Reach Shannon Clark at sclark@ fauquier.com.

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Manassas Ballet Theatre dancers perform scenes from Swan Lake, which will be performed this weekend at the Hylton Performing Arts Center in Manassas.

Manassas Ballet Theatre performs ‘Swan Lake’ Staff Reports The Manassas Ballet Theatre will bring “Swan Lake,” the classic tale composed nearly 150 years ago by Russian composer Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, to the Hylton Performing Arts Center stage this weekend, May 19 to 21. The ballet was inspired by Russian and German folk tales and tells the love story of Prince Siegfried and Odette, a princess turned into a swan by an evil sorcerer’s curse. Siegfried is turning 21 years old and must choose his bride. To distract him from this task, the jester suggests he go hunting, and he happens upon the beautiful Swan Queen, Odette. He falls in love with her, but then learns about the evil spell that has been cast over her and her friends by the sorcerer, Rothbart. Manassas Ballet Theatre’s cast of international dancers will bring this tale of love, trickery and betrayal to life onstage at the Hylton Performing Arts Center. The show will feature

Swan Lake by the Manassas Ballet Theatre

What: Classic ballet by Tchaikovsky When: Four performances: May 19, 20 and 21. Evening shows will be presented at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20. Afternoon matinees will begin at 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21. Where: Hylton Performing Arts Center at George Mason University’s Manassas campus at 10960 George Mason Circle, Manassas. For more info, visit: www.manassasballet.org. live musical accompaniment by the Manassas Ballet Theatre orchestra. Four shows are scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 19, 20 and 21. Evening shows are set to begin at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, May 19 and 20. There will also be matinee performances at 3 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, May 20 and 21.

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10 CALENDAR CALENDAR, from page 9 Community What: Joint Community Academy When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesdays through June 27 Where: Warrenton Police Department, Community Room, 333 Carriage House Lane, Warrenton Info: Sponsored by the Warrenton Police Department and the Fauquier County Sheriff’s Office; 540-347-1107 or https:// www.warrentonva.gov/209/2023-JointCommunity-Academy Food assistance What: Peas and Grace When: 8:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesdays, and 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Saturdays Where: Grace Episcopal Church, 6507 Main St., The Plains Info: Those in need of food assistance Spiritual Care Support Ministries What: Support groups/counseling and special events for those experiencing the death of a loved one, divorce and chronic illness When: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday; closed on Sunday Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: 540-349-5814 or www.scsm.tv The S.E.E. Recovery Center What: Recovery-oriented groups, meetings and the opportunity to speak with someone about mental health or substance use recovery When: 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday; and 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday Where: The S.E.E. Recovery Center, 710 U.S. Ave., Culpeper Info: 540-825-3366 or email: SEERecovery@rrcsb.org Wednesday, May 17 Book club What: Open Book-Book Club When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 17 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Book discussion every third Wednesday; this month’s pick is “Wench,” by Dolen Perkins-Valdez; receive 10% off book club books when purchased at The Open Book Book club What: Bealeton Book Club When: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 17 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Discussion on “Unmasked: My Life Solving America’s Cold Cases,” by Paul Holes Join meetings: martika.jones@ fauquiercounty.gov or 540-422-8500, ext. 5 Yoga What: Sunset Yoga When: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, and May 24 Where: Wollam Gardens, 5167 Jeffersonton Road, Jeffersonton Cost: $20, visit https://www. wollamgardens.com/shop/flowers-andyoga-at-the-farm-sunday-july-14-1-330pm Info: Bring a mat ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 24 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester St., Warrenton Info: 540-718-8243 What: Wednesday Wind Down for adults When: 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 24 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: De-stressing activity

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | May 17, 2023 Skill building What: Pre-K Skill Builders for ages 3 to 5 with caregiver When: 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 24 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Trivia What: Trivia Night When: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 24 Where: Old Bust Head Brewing Company, 7134 Farm Station Road, Warrenton Info: Hosted by Fauquier Trivia What: 2023 Trivia When: 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, May 17, and Wednesday, May 24 Where: Barking Rose Brewing Company, 9057 Old Culpeper Road, Warrenton Thursday, May 18 Writing What: Book Club for Writers When: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Register: 540-878-5358 Info: Discuss books on the creativity, craft and business of writing and publishing Book club What: Mystery Book Club When: Noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 18 Where: John Barton Payne Community Hall, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Info: Discussion on “The Word is Murder,” by Anthony Horowitz Join meetings: pamela.lovera@ fauquiercounty.gov or 540-422-8500, ext. 2 DIY What: DIY Teens-Jewelry Making When: 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Cost: All supplies provided Info: Make beaded necklaces and bracelets Reading What: Rambling Readers for adults When: 2 to 3 p.m. Thursday, May 18 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Walk with the library staff and talk about books and recommendations

Adult and Career Education programs When: 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive North, Bealeton Info: 540-718-8243 What: ESOL-English Conversation Group-All Levels for adults and high school students When: 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Practice English in conversationbased program to help English language learners navigate everyday situations Friday, May 19 Celebration What: Warrenton Middle School to Close Commemorative Event When: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 19 Where: Warrenton Middle School, 244 Waterloo St., Warrenton Info: FCPS will close the school at the end of this school year as it merges with Taylor Middle School; tours of the current building, the digging up of a time capsule, a historical presentation and more Story time What: Storytime for the Littles for ages 3 to 6 When: 11 to 11:30 a.m. Friday, May 19, and Friday, May 26 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: 540-878-5358 Author What: Author Visit - Virginia Hume When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 19 Where: The Open Book, 104 Main St., Warrenton Info: Reading, Q & A and book signing of “Haven Point” Book Cellar What: Books, movies and music for all ages, sponsored by the Friends of Fauquier Library When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, May 19, Saturday, May 20 and Friday, May 26 Where: John Barton Payne Building Basement, 2 Courthouse Square, Warrenton Volunteer: 540-341-3447

Senior supper What: Senior Supper for seniors 55-plus When: 4:30 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: Bistro on the Hill, 500 Hospital Drive, Warrenton Cost: $7.50

Pet clinic What: Pet Wellness Clinic When: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, May 19, and Friday, May 26 Where: Fauquier SPCA, 9350 Rogues Road, Midland Cost: Fee for various services Appointment: 540-788-9000 x208

Coffee and conversation What: Fellowship, encouragement, hope through conversation with others When: 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: 540-349-5814; coffee, tea, light refreshments

Aging What: Old Age Ain’t for Sissies When: 10:30 a.m. to noon Friday, May 19, and May 26 Where: Spiritual Care Support Ministries, 7179 New Hope Lane, Warrenton Info: Discussion group about aging RSVP: 540-349-5814

Exercise What: Tomba When: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Thursday, May 18, Saturday, May 20 and Thursday, May 25 Where: Middleburg Community Center, 300 W. Washington St., Middleburg Info: Tom Sweitzer’s version of Zumba; 540-687-6373 Art What: Art Cart for preschool and elementary school children When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 18, and Thursday, May 25 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: Express creativity with the library’s art supplies ESL class What: English-as-a-second-language class presented by Piedmont Regional

Creatures What: Spring Creatures of the Night for all ages with children accompanied by adult When: 8 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 19 Where: The Clifton Institute, 6712 Blantyre Road, Warrenton Info: Bring a flashlight Registration: 540-341-3651 Celebration What: Buchanan Hall’s Centennial Jubilee When: 6:30 p.m. Friday, May 19 Where: Buchanan Hall, 8549 John S. Mosby Highway, Upperville Tickets: www.buchananhall.org/ celebration or 540-592-3455 Info: Cocktail attire, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres; music by The Soul Crackers; help Buchanan Hall raise funding for the historic building and grounds that are home to community events, including the

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Um, Jim who? It’s bad enough that we have to endure the posting of annoying political advertising, but now space is being taken up by ambiguous signs with only a first name. My dog’s name is Jim. Is he running for elected office? If so, finally, a candidate I can get behind! BRENDA KANNARD The Plains

In support of re-electing state Sen. Bryce Reeves Bryce Reeves has been one of the most effective legislators and consistent conservative warrior since day one. He has been recognized by the NRA as a “defender of freedom” and most recently was recognized by CPAC for his conservative voting record. Bryce has fought hard for veterans, farmers and most importantly, parents. He has led the charge on key issues and has never backed down when the spotlight is on. This is the type of leader we need representing us in the Virginia Senate, and I encourage everyone to vote for my friend, Bryce Reeves. RICHARD ROBERTS Glen Allen, Virginia

Give Local Piedmont 2023 raises nearly $1.2 million for 201 nonprofits We are more grateful than ever for the generosity on display during this year’s Give Local Piedmont. Our nonprofits worked incredibly hard to make this day a success, and we are so proud of their result. Thank you to our communities for supporting this program. Thank you to the Northern Piedmont Community Foundation Board of Directors for encouraging us to orchestrate the Give Local Piedmont campaign. Thank you to the PATH Foundation for keeping the “bonus pool” of which every nonprofit receives a part while creating a competitive, fun atmosphere and the nice icing-on-the-cake of additional funding. And thank you to our sponsors – friends, fund holders and businesses – that have for 10 years put funding forward to support this program and, in turn, support all 201 participating nonprofits. Mightycause and the small GLP team will understand if I say, “I love this program and can’t wait for it to be over,” because they probably all agree that though it is somewhat painful and long in preparation, it is an extraordinary experience where people join together to celebrate how to take care of each other. So, thank you Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison and Rappahannock for giving us communities we care about and work hard to make better and cel-

ebrate with programs like Give Local Piedmont. Some stats: 3,072 donors supported 201 nonprofit organizations with donations totaling approximately $1,189,600. This includes a $130,000 Bonus Pool that will be divided proportionally to all participants as well as $25,000 in prizes. Early Giving brought in $221,900, and 90% of fees were covered by our donors – thank you donors! Largest single donation: $25,000. The Fauquier Free Clinic secured the highest number of donations with 182 contributions. It was followed by the Headwaters Foundation with 177 donations. Top earners include: • Fauquier Free Clinic: $41,083 • Fresta Valley Christian School: $46,532 • Kid Pan Alley: $46,360 • Mental Health Association of Fauquier County: $38,097 • Total earned in 10 years: $9.1 million! JANE BOWLING-WILSON Northern Piedmont Community Foundation’s executive director DEDE MCCLURE, RENARD CARLOS, TANYA PAULL, TINY PIXEL AND LIZ ROSE the Give Local Piedmont team:

Impacts on water supply must be determined before more data centers are approved There has been a lot of discussion here about data centers, but one thing we haven’t discussed is cooling the servers in these data centers. A May 7 article in The Washington Post titled, “A new front in the water wars: our internet use,” provides very useful information on this matter. All of the information below is taken from that article. More than 30% of the world’s data centers are located in the U.S., and the power required to run these data centers accounts for about 2% of the nation’s electricity use. Data center servers require a great deal of energy and produce a great deal of heat. Without adequate cooling, the servers can overheat, fail or even catch fire. Companies can either use expensive traditional air conditioning

to cool the servers or use water for evaporative cooling. Water is cheaper but needed in massive amounts. Researchers say that a large data center, which is not defined in the article, can use anywhere between 1 million and 5 million gallons of water a day — as much as a town of 10,000 to 50,000 people. In The Dalles, Oregon, a local newspaper fought hard to unearth information revealing how much water a Google data center was using. After a 13-month legal battle, Google finally disclosed that its data centers in The Dalles use more than 25% of the city’s water. According to a Virginia Tech study, data centers rank among the top 10 water-consuming commercial industries in the U.S., using

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approximately 513 million cubic meters of water in 2018. Much of that water use comes from electricity use — coal, nuclear and natural gas plants take water to operate, and hydropower also consumes water — but about 25% is due to using water for direct cooling. Google claims there is a tradeoff between using more water for cooling and using more energy for cooling through traditional air conditioning, which emits more greenhouse gases, and the right combination depends on where the center is located. With one data center already approved in Warrenton and others possibly on the way, Fauquier County and Warrenton must consider case-by-case how servers in future data centers, if approved, will

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be cooled. Data center owners will probably prefer using water because it’s cheaper, but can our wells and the city water supply support such use without adverse impact on citizens and local businesses? It would be unforgivable if residents and businesses suffered higher water prices and dry wells simply because new data centers, if approved, use such a large amount of our water. Before future data centers are approved in Fauquier County and Warrenton, it is imperative that residents be informed if and how local water supply and costs will be impacted. Residents deserve the opportunity to weigh in before any final decisions are made. GEORGE MILLER Warrenton

The Jack Russell races were missed at Gold Cup After many years of exclusion, I attended this year’s Gold Cup only to find that the beloved Jack Russell terrier races had been eliminated. Gold Cup has been an event that was a spring tradition for many Fauquier families, but we have been gradually excluded as the price of admission has become more than most local families can afford. The Gold Cup appears to cater exclusively to corporations these days. But this year’s races have even eliminated the terrier racing. What’s next to go, tailgating and the hat competition? (She says in jest). BRENDA KANNARD The Plains

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Retired Marine to lead Memorial Day parade Arney M. Johnson, 88, served 30 years, 2 tours in Vietnam

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Arney M. Johnson said he was surprised to be asked to be grand marshal of the upcoming Warrenton Memorial Day parade and even more surprised when he realized he didn’t have to plan the parade. “I thought the grand marshal had to plan the parade, but I wasn’t about to tell anyone that,” he laughed. At 88, Johnson is full of energy and has a quick wit. His social calendar remains full, and he enjoys dining at Sedona Taphouse in Fredericksburg or Denim and Pearls in Warrenton for their Mussels Monday or Burger Night on Thursday. “I don’t drink beer, but I do enjoy a good wine,” he said. Johnson served two tours in Vietnam in 1968 and 1969. When asked about his military experiences, he said he remembers the “funny things” despite being in Vietnam during the Tet Offensive. His military experience, however, began over a decade earlier in 1953. Johnson was born in Katonah, New York, in Westchester County, in April 1935. Johnson was one of four children. Katonah happens to be where Martha Stewart now lives, Arney interjected. His father served during World War I for a few years before managing a large estate, and his mother was an Irish emigrant who came to the United States

Arney M. Johnson, of Goldvein for better opportunities. When his father died from cancer in 1943, his mother found work at the New York State Prison and reformatory. “This is where Martha Stewart did her time,” added Arney. Arney’s two older sisters were officers in the Marine Corps and married Marine Corps officers.

“My elder sister was one of the first seven women to get a regular commission as a 2nd lieutenant following the Career Compensation Act,” said Arney. “Her experience was so good, my other sister joined her three years later,” he added. Today, they are all buried in Arlington National Cemetery. Arney was a senior in High School when he turned 18 in April 1953. His draft notice arrived before his diploma. “I was sort of expecting it,” he said. “I had been in the South in the summer and knew I was headed to Parris Island, so I told the recruitment officer that I had made a work commitment and couldn’t commit until the end of September,” said Arney. The ruse was effective, and Arney beat the heat and was in South Carolina in the Fall. “My sister came up from Philadelphia where she was stationed and swore me in to the Marine Corps,” said Arney. Arney said he had an annual winter pass to the small Puerto Rican Island of Vieques where the United States had an ammunition depot. “I had a tan year-round,” said Arney. See PARADE, page 18

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Scotty Barone and the Kettle Run Cougars enter this week’s Class 4 Region B tournament as the No. 1 seed. They’re expected to down No. 8 Eastern View Friday to set up a clash with Liberty or James Monroe Monday.

Cougars win regular season title over Meridian, region tourney begins By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

For the first time since 2019, the Kettle Run boys lacrosse team is headed to the Class 4 state tournament. By defeating Meridian 11-9 in their regular season finale on May 8, the Cougars clinched the regular season region championship and will be the No. 1 seed in the Class 4 Region B tournament starting Thursday. “Goal number one this season was to get the top seed in the tournament, win the regular season title, and we went out and accomplished

it. So, I’m just very proud of the guys,” coach Bryan Logan said. As the No. 1 seed, Kettle Run (11-3 overall, 7-0 region) receives an automatic berth in the state tournament, which starts June 2. The Cougars last reached states in 2019 after defeating Fauquier 18-6 in the regional final. They fell to Dominion 12-9 in the quarterfinals. Since dropping three of their first five games, Kettle Run has been white hot. Seniors Jake and Matt Green lead the team with 48 and 33 goals, respectively. Sophomore

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Quarterfinals: No. 8 Eastern View at No. 1 Kettle Run, Thursday; No. 5 James Monroe at No. 4 Liberty, Friday; No. 6 Fauquier at No. 3 Brentsville, Thursday; No. 7 Culpeper at No. 2 Meridian, Thursday. Monday’s semifinals: Kettle Run/Eastern View winner vs. Liberty/James Monroe winner; Fauquier/Brentsville winner vs. Meridian/Culpeper winner. May 25 Championship at highest remaining seed. Scotty Barone has 30 goals and senior Bryce McAnany 28, helping the Cougars win their last nine games of the season. “Our defense has been really good. They’re communicating well, they’re sliding well, they’re creating

turnovers. And then our offense, it was just executing the plan, and that’s what they’ve done. So, we really knew what we could do, it just has all finally come together,” Logan said. See KETTLE RUN, page 22

‘WE’RE WALKING ON CLOUD NINE’ Fauquier boys soccer wins last three games to capture district title, earn region berth By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

After winning just two games over the previous two seasons, the Fauquier boys soccer program has done a complete 180. Thanks to a thrilling last minute 2-1 win over Kettle Run on May 9, the Falcons have done what looked impossible midway through the year. They’re Northwestern District regular season champions and will be going to regionals. “We always knew the potential was there, but for

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Josue Garcia (left) and the Falcons won the Northwestern District title and clinched a region berth by downing Kettle Run 2-1 last week. The district tournament began Monday.

District boys soccer pairings – First round: No. 3 Kettle Run d. No. 6 Liberty 1-0; No. 2 Sherando vs. No. 7 James Wood, Tuesday; No. 5 Millbrook at No. 4 Handley, Tuesday. Thursday’s semifinals: Handley-Millbrook winner at No. 1 Fauquier; Kettle Run vs. Sherando-James Wood winner. Championship May 23.

Final boys soccer standings: 1, Fauquier (8-4). 2, Sherando (7-4-1). 3, Kettle Run (7-4-1). 4, Handley (7-5). 5, Millbrook (6-5-1). 6, Liberty (3-8-1). 7, James Wood (2-10) it to finally come into realization was, it really is just indescribable,” coach Chase Davenport said. “The happiness the boys had, my assistant coach and I had just the joy for them. We know they put in the hard work, we know they deserve what they got. “We’re walking on cloud nine.” Powered by seniors Nate Hensley, Zachary Stumpf, Andrew Wilvert, Nolan Working and sophomore Chris Guevara, the Falcons hovered around the top of the district throughout the entire season. Guevara leads the team in goals with 11, while Wilvert has five and Hensley, Stumpf and Working four. As the No. 1 seed, Fauquier (11-4 overall, 8-4 district) received a first-round bye and is awarded an automatic berth in the regional tournament. No. 3 Kettle Run beat No. 6 Liberty 1-0 on Monday. The Falcons will host the winner of Tuesday’s No. 4 Handley vs No. 5 Millbrook matchup in the district semifinals on Thursday, with the winner See FHS SOCCER, page 22

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Western’s 4-hit shutout helps Kettle Run baseball end Fauquier’s season, 5-0 By Peter Brewington

District baseball pairings – First round: No. 3 Kettle Run d. No. 6 Fauquier 5-0; No. 7 Handley at No. 2 Sherando, Tuesday; No. 5 Liberty at No. 4 Sherando, Tuesday. Thursday’s semifinals: Liberty/ Sherando winner at No. 1 James Wood; Kettle Run vs. Sherando/ Handley winner. Championship May 23.

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Hoping for an upset, No. 6-seeded Fauquier came into Monday’s Northwestern District first round baseball clash at No. 3 Kettle Run needing lots of things to go well. Sophomore lefty Tanner Gilmer and sophomore righty Trevor Mitchell pitched solidly, but the Falcons could not capitalize on promising run-scoring situations in a 5-0 loss that ended their season. Kettle Run moved on to meet the winner of Tuesday’s No. 7 Handley at No. 2 Sherando game in the district semifinals. “Our pitchers did their job. When we did get guys on and had opportunities to score we were not able to make hard contact or we hit it right at somebody,” said coach Matt O’Saben. Fauquier hit two hard line-drive outs in the third inning with a runner on base. They put standout center fielder/pitcher Bo Green on third and A.J. Lamper on second with one out in the fourth but couldn’t score, then stranded two more runners in the seventh. Kettle Run senior Trey Western looked poised and comfortable in executing the four-hit shutout. Converted to a pitcher this year, the righty has become the Cougars’ No. 2 hurler and key hitter. “We did what we needed to do to get the job done. Trey threw a lot of strikes,” said coach Ty Thorpe. Thorpe was also proud of his son

PHOTO BY COY FERRELL Sophomore Tanner Gilmer threw four-and-a-third strong innings in Monday’s 5-0 district first round playoff loss at Kettle Run.’

Final baseball standings: 1, James Wood (12-0). 2, Millbrook (10-2). 3, Kettle Run (7-5). 4, Sherando (6-6). 5, Liberty (3-9). 6, Fauquier (2-10). 7, Handley (2-10)

Tyler, who drove in the tying run in the season-ending come-from-behind win against Fauquier last week, then had a two-run single in the bottom of the fifth against the Falcons in Monday’s playoff win. “He offers a spark,” said his dad. The loss concluded a rare down season for O’Saben’s well-respected Falcon program. Fauquier finished 4-16 using an extremely young lineup. Against Kettle Run, Fauquier started two freshman and four sophomores with Brady Latiolais the lone senior. “You will not see an end-ofthe-year record like this one next year,” said O’Saben, who returns top pitchers Green, Gilmer and Mitchell and more. “To me, the way I look at it, growth is painful. We did a better job as the season went on. One thing I never had a problem with was with the effort and attitude of these guys.” Thorpe also praised the way Fauquier played recently: “That team has come a long way since the first time we played them. They’ve got a lot of pieces to build with.”

Goals by Patrick, Malloy help Kettle Run girls soccer eliminate Fauquier 2-1 By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

It didn’t take long for Kettle Run to find the back of the net in Monday’s Northwestern District first round girls soccer match against Fauquier. In the sixth minute, freshman Addy Patrick got behind the Falcons’ defense on a beautiful giveand-go sequence with junior Caroline DeJesus and beat the goalkeeper to the far corner to give the Cougars a 1-0 lead. “It was like four touches. There were four players involved touching give-and-goes, and that’s beautiful soccer. I told them at halftime that’s how you play the game, just continue doing that,” coach William Brummett said. Extending the lead with a Gloria Malloy goal late in the second half, No. 3 Kettle Run (8-6-1 overall, 8-4-1 district) defeated visiting No. 6 Fauquier (4-121, 3-9-1) 2-1 to advance to the district semifinals on Thursday. They’ll play the survivor of Tuesday’s No. 2 Handley vs. No. 7 Liberty matchup. “I think we played really well. We distributed the ball well. We obviously moved it well. We’ve looked really good from the beginning of the season till now. So, I think it’s promising,” said Brummett. Despite the loss, first-year Falcons coach Bryan Black said his squad is building towards a bright future. “We really do have a classy group of girls, and the culture that’s being created at Fauquier is solid. And that’s really what we’ve been focusing on this year,” he said. The two squads played tight matches in the

After ousting Fauquier 2-1 on Monday, Kya Johnson (left) and the Cougars meet Liberty or Handley Thursday in the Northwestern District semifinals. PHOTO BY COY FERRELL

regular season. Kettle Run won 1-0 on April 14, with the last match ending 0-0 on May 9. “We talked about moving the ball well, (playing) touch-release soccer, getting up and around and all that stuff. We constantly practice that,” Brummett said. The Cougars’ gameplan proved it would work right away. Dribbling forward, Patrick passed laterally to DeJesus, who played the ball forward to a cutting Patrick on the edge of the box. After a

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Kettle Run girls advance to district semifinals GIRLS SOCCER, from page 20

Third-seeded Cougars, fifth-seeded Falcons begin region tourney this week By Matthew Proctor

Fauquier Times Staff Writer

Carrying an impressive regular season record of 103, the Kettle Run High girls lacrosse team is seeded No. 3 in the upcoming Class 4 Region B tournament and will host No. 6 seed James Monroe on Friday. “I expect to go into the James Monroe game with even more energy than when we last played because they know that this is it, one and done,” said coach Addison Foudray. “They know that they want to get far. So, I think they’re ready for it,” said Foudray, whose Cougars went 5-2 in region play and edged James Monroe 9-7 on May 4 in Fredericksburg. Elsewhere, No. 5 seed Fauquier (7-7, 3-4) faces No. 4 Brentsville (4-3) on Thursday, while No. 8 Liberty (4-8, 0-7) visits No. 1 Meridian (7-0) on Wednesday. The Cougars have been a well-balanced team all season, averaging over 11 goals a game while allowing under seven. With 42 goals, senior Morgan Mahoney leads the

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The No. 3-seeded Kettle Run girls lacrosse team is favored to beat visiting James Monroe in Friday’s region opener. attack alongside junior Jordan White and sophomore Gracie Chumley, who have each scored 20, while junior goalie Abigail Beattie has anchored the defense all year. “Those three have been incredibly strong for us on the offensive side, but we also have others. We’re pretty well distributed in terms of goal scoring,” said Foudray. By winning nine of their first ten games, Kettle Run made a run at the region title, but losses to No. 2 Culpeper County 13-8 on May 1 and an 18-2 defeat to No. 1 Meridian on May 8 dropped the Cougars to third. If Kettle Run beats James Monroe on Friday, they’d likely draw Culpeper County in the semis with a trip to the region finals and the Class 4 state tournament on the line. After falling to Meridian 21-3 in the region finals and to Dominion 19-1 in the state quarterfinals last year, Foudray has her squad prepared for another deep run. “The girls are ready. They’re ready to put up that fight, and they want to make it to that final game against Meridian,” she said.

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Final softball standings: 1, James Wood (11-1). 2, Sherando (10-2). 3, Fauquier (7-5). 4, Kettle Run (6-6). 5, Millbrook (5-7). 6, Liberty (3-9). 7, Handley (0-12)

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There wasn’t a single player on the Kettle Run softball squad that had experienced beating Fauquier entering Friday’s showdown. The Cougars had lost eight in a row to the mighty Falcon program and needed a season-ending win to clinch the No. 4 seed and a home game in the Northwestern District tournament. Starting with a Kylie Wilkerson three-run home run in the first inning, Kettle Run led wire-to-wire as they ended a near six-year drought and topped Fauquier 8-3 for the first time since 2017. “We had so much energy in this game. We wanted to beat them so bad,” said Wilkerson. Kettle Run coach Ritchie Jacobs was pleased to see his kids get over a psychological hump. “It’s a rivalry. Most of these kids know each other, and they haven’t beaten them in years. So, this is the first victory against Fauquier for these girls that are seniors,” Jacobs said. The win locked up the No. 4 seed for the Cougars (10-7 overall, 6-6 district), who hosted No. 5 Millbrook (5-7) Tuesday in the district first round, with the winner traveling to No. 1 James Wood for Thursday’s semis.

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Kylie Wilkerson and the No. 4 seeded Kettle Run Cougars need at least two big wins in this week’s Northwestern District tournament to make their first region tournament in at least five years. als after facing Loudoun Valley last year, Fauquier defeated Liberty 19-9 on Monday to advance to Thursday’s district semifinals against No. 2 Sherando. “We’re excited. It’s do or die time, and I know that their competitive juices will come out,” Fauquier coach Erika Lamper said. Wilkerson made her Senior Night memorable. She struck out two Falcons in the top of the first then delivered a defining three-run blast in the

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Of their nine wins in a row, none were more important than the season finale against No. 2 Meridian (6-1). Both squads were undefeated in region play with the regular season title and No. 1 seed on the line in Falls Church on May 8. With the Green twins and McAnany each finding the back of the net multiple times, Kettle Run led from start to finish to defeat the Mustangs 11-5 and punch their ticket to the state tournament. “It never felt like we were absolutely dominating them, but we grinded it out. We just kept going, kept our heads up,” said Logan. “We’re just consistently plotting, consistently moving, and when that happens, we put in goals.” Kettle Run hosts No. 8 Eastern View (0-7) in the regional tournament opener on Thursday and Logan isn’t taking these games lightly. “If we win the regional tournament, we get a state home game.

long bus ride. No one wants to do that,” he said. “We want to put a banner up in the gym for the regional title. We want to win the trophy. So, we still have everything to play for.”

Liberty and Fauquier also open region play this week.

Liberty (6-6 overall) earned the No. 4 seed based on a coin flip after tying Fauquier and James Monroe at 3-4. The Eagles host No. 5 James Monroe (3-4) in the first round on Friday. Two-time defending region champion Fauquier (7-7) dropped to the No. 6 seed and travels to No. 3 Brentsville on Thursday. The Tigers edged the Falcons 13-10 on May 11. For Fauquier and Liberty, those are both tough region-opening matches. “We have been playing together as a team and competing whistle to whistle. Some of our scores are not reflective of our efforts,” Eagles’ coach Michael Gesiotto said in an email. Liberty beat James Monroe 10-6 way back on March 31 in Bealeton.

bottom of the inning. doubled into the left field corner on After falling behind 0-2, she the first pitch to drive in Alexah hammered a middle-in screwball Gordon and Holmes, extending the 240 feet over the left field fence to lead to 6-2. score Mandy Holmes and Kaley FraRefusing to go away in the fifth, zier and put the Cougars ahead 3-0. Gilmore was hit by a pitch, stole sec“I took it from last game they were ond, took third on a wild pitch and going to work me inside. The first scored on a Lovell sacrifice fly to two cuts I took, both inside pitches, right to cut the Cougars’ lead to 6-3. both screwballs, After giving I read the spin. up a run in three District softball pairings And then the third straight innings, -- First round: No. 3 Fauquier pitch, I just turned Wilkerson struck on it,” Wilkerson d. No. 6 Liberty 19-9; No. 5 out the last two Millbrook at No. 4 Kettle Run, said. batters she faced Fauquier scored Tuesday; No. 7 Handley at No. to complete a 1-2-3 2 Sherando, Tuesday. a run in the third sixth inning. Thursday’s semifinals: as Mikayla Gilm“This is the way Millbrook/Kettle Run winner ore singled up the that it’s supposed at No. 1 James Wood, 6 p.m.; middle, stole secto go. She came ond and scored on Fauquier at No. 2 Sherando, 6 to play tonight, no p.m. Championship is May 23. doubt about it,” Jaa Lydia Lovell single to make it 3-1. cobs said. Kettle Run Kettle Run addmade it 4-1 in the bottom of the third, ed two insurance runs in the sixth as loading the bases on a single and two Lail drove in Makayla Kestner with walks with Delaney Lail scoring as a single, then Erin Corbin scored on Paige Bagwell was hit by a pitch. a wild pitch to make it 8-3. In the fourth, Kara Kaltreider Jacobs called Lail to the mound tripled down the left field line and in the seventh. The senior promptscored on an Erin Irvin single to ly struck out three Falcons to slam close to 4-2, but the Cougars had the door on the Cougars’ monuanother answer. With two away, Lail mental win. the boys, we told them some of Falcon boys win district And the losses we had they played well.

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of No. 2 Sherando vs No. 7 James Wood playing Kettle Run in the other semifinal match. Even though Fauquier will advance regardless of the outcome, Davenport wants to see his squad excel in the district tourney. “Both those teams are going to be a battle, but we told the boys after we won that we don’t want winning the regular season to be our peak. We don’t want to just stop there,” he said. “We know that if we want to be where we want to get to, we have to go through teams like that.” Fauquier’s path to the top wasn’t simple, and while they received some help, they came up clutch when they needed to. The Falcons were third in the district at 4-2 following an overtime loss to Kettle Run on April 14, the first of four losses in a row. Despite the losing skid, Fauquier climbed to second in the district after Handley retroactively forfeited five late March and early April contests, including a 6-2 win over Fauquier, that dropped the Judges from first to fifth. After losing to Sherando 4-1 on April 20 for their fourth consecutive loss, the 5-4 Falcons still controlled their own destiny with three games remaining. “We kind of leaned on our leaders, our seniors, to guide us through that.

Just the ball, kind of like last season, just didn’t bounce our way, but we know it can. We just had to keep working,” Davenport said. Needing to win out to win the district, Fauquier defeated James Wood 3-0 on April 25 then Liberty 3-1 on May 2 to set up the culminating finale against Kettle Run. With the winner taking control over the top spot in the district, the Falcons traveled to Nokesville on May 9 for their final match. Playing motivated and determined, Fauquier found the back of the net eight minutes in as Wilvert curled in a left-footed shot to the far post off a corner kick. In the second half, the Cougars tied the match at 1-1 with 20 minutes left as Chris Childers scored on a free kick, but with time winding down and overtime imminent, Wilvert came to the rescue. In the final minute, Hensley found Wilvert in the box who buried it from eight yards out, giving Fauquier the Hollywood-esque 2-1 victory that crowned them regular season champions. After the final whistle, the Falcons couldn’t contain themselves. “It was pure chaos. Just pure adulation, joy, excitement,” Davenport said. “It wasn’t just another win, it was winning at the county rival and winning the regular season championship to give us a spot in regionals.”

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24 REAL ESTATE/CALENDAR CALENDAR, from page 18 Info: Pick strawberries; barrel train rides; slides; hayrides; bounce pillow; goats; candy cannon; and more Meet the author What: Meet the Author, Courtney Summers, for adults When: 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 20 Where: Virtual Info: Online conversation about “I’m the Girl” Registration: https://bit.ly/fplauthor Sunday, May 21 Fundraiser What: Bingo When: 4:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday, May 21 Where: Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Station, 19601 Church Road, Brandy Station Info: Hosted by Culpeper Mid-Day Lions; proceeds support scholarships, eyeglasses, Kids Christmas, many local charities such as S.A.F.E., Manna, Food Closet, Power Pack Reading What: Paws to Read with K-9 Caring Angels for children ages 5 to 10 with caregiver When: 2 to 3 p.m. Sunday, May 21 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Info: Signed permission slip is required Monday, May 22 Workshop What: Lettuce Make You Some Money When: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: Fauquier Education Farm, 8428 Meetze Road, Warrenton Info: Financial analysis of lettuce and discover how to make a crop profitable Mental illness support What: Connections-mental health support group for individuals living with

Fauquier Times | www.fauquier.com | May 17, 2023 a mental health challenge When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: Virtual Info: Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Piedmont Registration: 540-347-9104 Art What: Art Cart for preschool and elementary school children When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: John Marshall Branch Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Info: Express creativity with the library’s art supplies Book club What: Marshall Evening Book Club When: 6:30 to 8 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: John Marshall Library, 4133 Rectortown Road, Marshall Join meetings: deborah.cosby@ fauquiercounty.gov or call 540-422-8527 Info: Discussion on “And There Was Light: Abraham Lincoln and the American Struggle,” by Jon Meacham Concert What: Music from America When: 7 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: Fauquier High School, 705 Waterloo Road, Warrenton Info: The concert is open to all play the raffle to win prizes; complimentary dessert reception at the end of the show Movie What: Movie Night for adults When: 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, May 22 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: “The New World” (PG-13, 172 minutes) Story time What: Family Story Time for all ages with caregiver When: 4 to 4:30 Monday, May 22 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed

Tuesday, May 23 Mental illness support What: Mental Health support group for family members of individuals living with a mental illness When: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 Where: Virtual Info: Hosted by National Alliance on Mental Illness Piedmont Registration: 540-347-9104

Registration: Sophia Cameron, 540316-3800 Health What: Total Joint Replacement class When: 5 p.m. Wednesday, May 24 Where: Fauquier Health, 500 Hospital Drive, Chestnut Room, Warrenton Registration: 540-316-5000

Art What: Art Cart for preschool and elementary school children When: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 Where: Warrenton Central Library, 11 Winchester Drive, Warrenton Info: Express creativity with the library’s art supplies

Older Adults What: OWLS (Older Wiser Learners) Coffeehouse for active, older adults When: 2:30 to 4 p.m. Wednesday, May 24 Where: Bealeton Branch Library, 10877 Willow Drive, Bealeton Info: An additional coffeehouse social is being offered to accompany the regular OWLS monthly program; enjoy conversation, games and new friends; refreshments provided

Story time What: Musical Story Time for all ages with caregiver When: 4 to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Rhymes, songs, stories and movement

Thursday, May 25 Library What: Library Board of Trustees meeting When: 4 to 5:30 p.m. Thursday, May 25 Where: PATH Foundation, 321 Walker Drive, Warrenton Info: 540-222-8500, extension 4

Yoga What: Adult Yoga Seated When: 2 to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 23 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Use a chair for support in easy yoga class; wear movement friendly clothing

Beverages What: Mocktail Hour for adults When: 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 25 Where: Middleburg Library, 101 Reed St., Middleburg Info: Learn how to make non-alcoholic beverages while playing board games and putting together puzzles

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These property transfers, filed May 3-9, 2023 were provided by Clerk of the Court of Fauquier County. (Please note that to conserve space, only the first person named as the grantor or grantee is listed. The kind of instrument is a deed unless stated otherwise.) Top dollar sale: $3,950,000 in Scott District

Cedar Run District

Eileen Hill to Ronald E. W. Vanaken. 23.53026 acres at 9249 Mulberry Lane nr. Casanova. $320,000

Justin T. Moeller to Thomas K. Powell, 8193 Major Watters Court, Warrenton. $650,000 Ashley Bowman to Kevin B. Alvarado, 7.6154 acres at 12427 Wright Way, Bealeton. $520,000 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 0.5918 acre on International Drive, Warrenton. $297,000 Martin David Cogan to Karen Hunt, 2.64 acres at 11563

Marsh Road nr. Bealeton. $520,000 Eva C. Harris to Skye Van Ferguson, 3 acres on Rts. 602 and 670 in Auburn. $30,000

Center District

Allen T. Dodson to Sabrina Lynn Jones, 6444 Lancaster Drive, Warrenton. $535,000 Anne Marie Brisbois-Dyer to Douglas Helkowski, 0.4273 acre at 140 Preston Drive, Warrenton. $670,000 RFI WC LC to NVR Inc., 1.1758 acres on Oakland Drive, Warrenton. $265,000 NVR Inc. to Sundeep

Singh, 1.3370 acres at 2012 Woodstock Street, Warrenton. $827,575 Robert J. Rill to Ann Loretta Micale, Unit 7 at 156 Topaz Court, Warrenton. $465,000 Lucas G. Durden to Charles Porterfield, 325 Singleton Circle, Warrenton. $612,500

New Baltimore. $310,000 Durham Living Trust to Tyler A. Paul, 1.1852 acres at 5887 Hunton Wood Drive, Broad Run. $566,500

Marshall District

Scott District

James D. Christiano Tr. to Jay Lance Montgomery, 5.309 acres at 8186 Lee’s Ridge Road, Warrenton. $1,075,000

Richard M. Hazel Tr. to Stickbow LLC, 50.3767 acres at 6254 Huntley Road, Broad Run. $3,950,000

Heather K. Taylor Tr. to Mohsen Nabi, 49.16 acres and 6 acres on Rt. 55 nr. The village of Markham. $300,000

FS Development LLC to NVR Inc., 0.5961 acres on Highlander Court, Warrenton/

Nathaniel S. Scott to CHR Living Trust, 4140 Cherry Hill Road, Linden. $420,000

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Charles W. Ferguson Charles W. Ferguson, 79, of Jeffersonton, VA, passed on May 13, 2023. A funeral service will be held on Monday, May 22, 2023, 12 PM, at Rising Zion Baptist Church, 18168 Springs Road, Jeffersonton, VA, 22725. On line condolences may be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

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Wayne Nelson Shorts Wayne Nelson Shorts, 71, of Manassas, VA, passed April 30, 2023. a memorial service will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023, 11:00 am, at Oak Shade Baptist Church, 3287 Old Catlett Road, Catlett, VA, 20119. Online condolences can be given at www.joynesfuneralhome.com

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John E King Jr John E King Jr, a longtime resident of Warrenton, passed away May 1 at home, surrounded by family. following a long lifetime of happiness and accomplishments. John was born in San Pedro CA on June 12, 1931, to John E King Sr, a naval officer, and Viola (Jackson) King, a homemaker. He was the older brother to Robert and Roger. The family moved frequently due to the elder King's naval service. John attended Fork Union Military Academy near Charlottesville for 4th and 5th grade, along with his 2 brothers, which allowed his mother to travel to visit John Sr. when he was in port. He had many fond memories of his time there. Following his graduation from high school in 1951, with a very low draft number, John chose to enlist in the Navy serving on the USS Sea Leopard during the Korean War. He preferred subs to the cruisers because the food budget was higher allowing him to eat steak more often, and on a smaller sub, he knew everyone on board and meals were served family style. After his service he enrolled in the Milwaukee School of Engineering, an all-male school, specifically so he "would not be distracted" by women in his classes. However, when Eleanor Moore visited her family in Milwaukee, who ran a grocery store and boarding house where John worked and lived while in school, his plan soon failed. He received his associate degree in Radio and TV Technology, and after their marriage, they spent 2 years in the Philippines and Japan with their children Mark and Diane where John maintained and upgraded US defense facilities. Upon returning to the US, John completed his Electrical Engineering degree in Milwaukee and accepted a position with IBM at The Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville AL. He really enjoyed his time working on the Saturn Space Program. Later he moved to Gaithersburg MD and eventually Manassas VA with IBM where he received 2 patents for the automation of the procurement and contracting process and for the creation of a computer-based catalog and ordering system. John retired from IBM in 1991 at the age of 60. John and Eleanor enjoyed many cruises over the years to the Caribbean with neighbors and "The Canadians". For John's birthday his daughter Diane gave him a flying lesson at the Manassas airport which rekindled an old desire to fly. Over the years he developed significant skills working with wood and metal, and he proceeded to build an experimental aircraft, a Kitfox Model 4. He organized trips with other pilots of similar airplanes, and flew to Alaska (twice), the Canadian Maritime provinces, and the Bahamas. He built a second airplane, a Kitfox Model 6 which won a Lindbergh award at the annual EA convention in Oshkosh. With his son Mark, John also built a fishing boat and numerous other wood items-furniture, a chess set, and several clocks. In his later years, he developed an interest in very fine woodworking, and created a number of segmented bowls and 50 pieces of intarsia, most of which had hundreds of pieces. John is survived by many friends and family, including his daughter, Dr. Diane King (David Dodd), his daughter-in-law Connie King, his grandchildren Curtis King (Joseph Houchens) and Jessica King (Cody Rundlett), and great great grandchildren, Jordyn and Alexis King, his beloved dog Remy, and many Canadian relatives. John was preceded in death by his parents, his brothers Robert and Roger, his wife Eleanor and his son Mark. The family will host a Celebration of Life at the Warrenton Fauquier Airport, 1533 Iris Trail, Midland VA 22728, on Sunday May 21 from 2-5 pm. Follow signs on Midland Rd for "Terminal". Please wear your favorite blue jeans as John did for most of his retirement years. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Fork Union Military Academy by calling Col. Billingsley at 434-842-4207, or to the Flying Circus Air Show, P.O. Box 99, Bealeton, VA 22712.

Danielle Duckett It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Danielle Duckett of Radiant, VA. She was an amazing mother, daughter, and wife. She was born in Marietta, Ohio on August 11, 1987. We lost her on May 11, 2023. She left behind her husband Chris and children Marissa, Kaden, and Vanessa; her parents Bill and Susan Hicks of Fredericksburg, VA; her siblings Nicole Hicks (Newport News, VA), Sarah Hicks (Fredericksburg, VA), Adam Pritchett (Marietta, OH), and Tasha Snider (Parkersburg, WV); in-laws Nelson and Elaine Duckett of Madison, VA; Maternal Grandmother Patricia Larrison (Marietta, OH); Paternal Grandfather Howard Hicks ( Fredericksburg, VA). Services will be held at Preddy Funeral Home, 59 Edgewood School Lane, Madison, VA 22727 on Wednesday, May 17, 2023. The viewing will be 11:00 am until 1:00 pm with the service to begin at 1:00 pm. Danielle requested cremation. For this reason, we are requesting a memorial donation in lieu of flowers be made to Preddy Funeral Home in Danielle's name. Obituaries

Patricia A (Pat) Leonard Patricia A (Pat) Leonard (86) of Midland VA peacefully departed this earthly life surrounded by family on May 9, 2023. Pat's wisdom and sage advice will be missed by her children, John L Leonard, Diane L Beecherl and Jeff A Leonard (Patty), her grandchildren, Jeremy Messick (Dawn), Jonathan Messick (Rhonda), Sarah A Leonard (Mike), Kate L Henson (Jackson) and Elizabeth Noonan (David), and her great grandchildren Jordan Wood, Shawn Messick, Allison Kritzer, Dempsey Noonan and Brooks Henson. She is also survived by her brothers, Edward Higgs and Jimmy Higgs, her sister Betty E Richardson (John) and her confidante and Sister-in-Law Pegi Schervish and special niece Donna Jo Case (George). She is predeceased by her parents Basil Edwards and Eva Alice Helm Edwards and her sister Linda Sue Edwards. The family wishes to express our special thanks to Pat's caregivers, Hirut Getahun and Monica Owuso, for their dedication and service. Practically a lifelong resident of Midland Va, Pat was the epitome of the hard-working farm wife having established Al-Mara Farm Inc with her husband of 61 years, Ronald E Leonard who predeceased her in 2015. She fed baby calves on the family dairy farm and rescued a multitude of kittens. She delivered lunches and equipment parts to half of the corn fields in Midland. She rose to the challenge and learned how to use a computer for keeping the farm books and records. Pat was a lifelong learner and a voracious reader, always looking to learn and understand more about her pastimes and current events. Those pastimes included reading, gardening, flowers, sewing and quilting. She filled her home with mystery novels, quilts, flowers, and glorious fabric for the next project. Throughout her life she shared herself and her knowledge by being a volunteer judge at the Fauquier County Fair as well as fairs in the surrounding counties. She also was a member and volunteered at the Virginia Quilt Museum for many years. Pat donated several of her oldest and most precious family quilts to the museum for all to enjoy. Pat was a passionate animal lover and took great joy in bird watching and feeding her feathered friends during the winter. She also loved her miniature goats and laying hens, naming them after TV and movie characters. Maggie and Reba were truly "Lucky Dogs" to be chosen as Pat's full-time companions. To honor Pat's giving nature, in lieu of flowers the family request donations be made in her memory to the Fauquier SPCA 9350 Rogues Rd, Midland, Va. 22728 Services and burial will be private. Online condolences may be expressed at moserfuneralhome.com.

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Norman Edsel Wilfong Norman Edsel Wilfong, 63, of Catlett died on May 15,2023 at his home.He was born April 25,1960 in Geneva, OH to the late Norman and Leta Kelly Wilfong. He is survived by his wife Elsie Outland Wilfong, children Jessica Wilfong, Norman Wilfong (Jacquie) beloved grandchildren Easton Wilfong, Hudson Parker, Waylon Wilfong and Colt Wilfong; and sisters Judy Chamberlin, Sue Smallwood, Vickie Taylor, and Robin Bronca. The family received friends on Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton, VA, 20186 from 5 to 7pm. A Funeral will be held on Friday, May 19,2023 at Zoar Baptist Church, 11036 Elk Run Rd, Catlett, VA, 20119 AT 11 am. Interment will follow at Bright View Cemetery, 8265 Lunsford Rd, Warrenton, VA, 20187. Online condolences may be given at www.moserfuneralhome.com

Patricia W. Schlusemeyer July 26, 1936 - May 6, 2023 Patricia was originally from Upper Saddle River, NJ and moved to Warrenton, VA in the mid 60's. She had a great love of all animals and was very active in Catholic Church in both VA and FL. She was preceded in death by her father, Edmund Warwick; mother; Dorothy Warwick; sister; Joan Babor; and brother-in-law; Warren Babor. Patricia leaves behind daughter, Annie (Matthew) McFarren; grandson, Taylor P. Clouse; nieces and nephews; Sue (Lee) Marshall, David (Debby) Babor, James (Elizabeth) Babor and Steve (Nancy) Babor. Services were held on Monday, May 15th, 2023 at Saints Peter & Paul the Apostles Catholic Church at 9:30 AM. She will be laid to rest Maryrest Catholic Cemetery in New Jersey. Funeral arrangements by Shannon Funeral Homes. Share memories and condolences at www.shannonfuneralhomes.com

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Vernie E. Dawson "His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things; enter thou into the joy of thy lord." Matthew 25:21 Vernie Edward Dawson of Sumerduck, VA, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family, on May 12, 2023. He was just sixteen days shy of his 90th birthday on May 28. He loved Jesus best followed by his dear wife and family. Vernie is predeceased by his six siblings: brothers Joe Dawson, James Dawson, and Wes Dawson, and sisters Josie Gough, Lucy Dawson, and Becky Lomax. He is also predeceased by his son Stanley Dawson, his parents Hayward and Grace Dawson, his grandson Larry Dawson Jr., and his great-grandson Ja'Marion Dawson. Vernie married the love of his life, Georgia Furr Dawson, on September 19, 1954 in Fauquier County and they have spent 68 faithful years together. Georgia survives, as do his sons Larry (Fran) Dawson of Front Royal, David (Darlene) Dawson of Orange, and his daughter Janet (Bobby) Caplinger of Sumerduck. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren, 43 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great grandchildren. Vernie's greatest joy came from serving his Lord and his family. He ministered in his church, Catlett Assembly of God, as a deacon, bus driver, generous supporter of missions, and a powerful prayer warrior. He was most recently a member of Family Community Church in Culpeper. Vernie was not able to finish school, but as a young child began supporting his family through the hard work of his own hands. He was strong, steady, and dependable as he for worked VDOT, Lane Metal Products in Bealeton, Prince William County, and RC Construction. He loved and lived the Word of God and could be heard at all hours calling the names of everyone he knew in prayer. His final words on this side of eternity were to his beloved wife, "I love you." The life of this humble man can best be described by one word: faithful. "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith; Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing." 2 Timothy 4: 7-8. The family received friends on Tuesday, May 16, 2023 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at 11:00am at the Family Community Church 120 Chestnut Dr, Culpeper, VA. Interment will follow at Bright View Cemetery, Warrenton, VA

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Maryjane F. Leonard May 23, 1945 - April 19, 2023

Maryjane F. Leonard of Spring Valley, California died peacefully in her home with her beloved husband, Jack, and her children by her side on April 19, 2023 following a courageous battle with cancer. She leaves behind an enduring legacy of love and service to others. Whether you called her Jane, Janie, Mom or Grandma you knew what defined her – Faith, Family, Flag and Friends. Janie was born on May 23, 1945 in New York City, the third child of nine children, to US Army COL Joseph H. Felter and Mrs. Rosanne Bautz Felter. Her father’s military career sent their tight-knit family across the country and on several accompanied tours to Europe until they settled in McLean, Virginia for her last two years of high school at Bishop O’Connell where she made lifelong friends. Janie was extremely proud of her family and easily took to the role of second mother to her younger siblings. When she left home to start her own family, she stayed close to all the Felters and despite the challenges of geography went to great lengths to make sure her own children knew their roots. Following high school graduation, she put college on hold and went to work at Georgetown University in the Finance Office. Not long after, her sister Patti set her up on a date with Jim Lock, a student at the University. He was an ROTC candidate in the middle of the Vietnam War. Following his graduation, they married and he shipped off to Vietnam for two years. Jane and Jim were reunited in Germany in 1967. For the next 25 years, they crisscrossed the country and the world with his military career and along the way welcomed nine children, seven daughters and two sons. Jane excelled as a military wife and mother of her ever-growing flock. Each new transfer brought its own challenges but Jane settled her family into new schools, neighborhoods, the local parish and sports leagues with grace and ease by first introducing herself and her family and then asking how she could volunteer her time and many talents. Cub Scout leader, soccer coach, PTO president, chair of too many fundraisers to list were just some of the roles Jane took on as she moved around the country. In 1978, she moved her family to Tehran, Iran for a three-year accompanied tour that ended abruptly with a late-night evacuation of her and her six children onto one of the last civilian flights to leave, just as the Islamic Revolution engulfed the country. Jim had to stay behind and Jane landed back in the States with two suitcases and six young children. She settled her family in Virginia, first McLean and then Montclair, where they lived for the next 17 years. She welcomed her last three daughters, contributed in so many ways to her beloved St. Francis of Assisi Parish, and started working as a part-time bookkeeper to help support her large family with a particular goal of sending her children to Catholic high schools. In a wonderful return to her own childhood, five of her daughters attended Bishop O’Connell High School. Jane never gave up on her own educational goals. After family and faith, she believed education was the difference maker for the individual. When she sent her youngest off to kindergarten and with her oldest children already holding college degrees, she started night school. For five years she juggled a house full of kids, a daytime job as a bookkeeper and undergraduate course work. In 1997, she earned her college degree at the age of 52. She did not stop there. In 1997, Jane began

a new chapter of life. Her first marriage had ended but she met the love of her life, Jack Leonard, a retired US Navy Captain. They moved to San Diego to start a new life together. In San Diego, Jane went on to earn an MBA at San Diego State University and then a doctorate in Education Technology from the University of San Diego. She launched a new career in government contracting first with ACS and then with Booz Allen Consulting where she would stay for the next 17 years until she finally retired at 75. Jane thrived at Booz Allen rising to become a program manager where she led teams engaged in multi-year contract implementations for the US Navy. Her closest manager described her as “model employee” fully dedicated to her clients and her teammates. She especially enjoyed her role as career manager for junior Booz Allen associates. One such associate described Jane as his Booz Allen Mom that got him through plenty of tough days. Jane embraced the Booz Allen commitment to community engagement and was involved in outreach initiatives supported by her company. She took the firm’s relationship with Hoover High School in the City Heights neighborhood of San Diego to a new level with hands on programming that covered areas from technology to nutrition. She was also an ardent supporter of the college scholarship program for standout students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Booz Allen presented Jane with the VIP Award, the firm’s highest award recognizing an employee’s outstanding contributions to client service, team development and volunteer engagement. In San Diego, Jane continued to live her “service before self ” ethos through her and Jack’s commitment in the broader community. Together they supported many activities for the wounded warrior rehabilitation program at Balboa Naval Hospital and were consistent volunteers for STEP (Support the Enlisted Project). They were active members of their parish Santa Sophia in Spring Valley and in retirement, Jane volunteered her time as a weekly counter for the offertory collection. Not many beyond her family knew that Jane was an accomplished, self-taught, seamstress. In the early days, she made Easter dresses for her daughters, bassinet bedding for each new baby and countless costumes for Halloween or All Saints Day. As her children settled into their own homes, she would show up with her sewing machine and make window drapes, hand towels and table linens. Of all the things she sewed, baby blankets were by far her favorite and the closest to her heart. Each new grandchild was swaddled in handmade blankets from Grandma. These were delivered in person as Jane traveled to meet each of her new grandchildren and provide much needed help to the new parents. This was no small commitment as she welcomed 30 grandchildren into the world coast to coast over the last 20 years of her life. Despite the distance, she and Jack made every effort to be present for all the sacraments, graduations and major moments in their grandchildren’s lives. Not a birthday or holiday went by without a gift from Grandma. Jane was an avid reader and her favorite place to do that was the beach whether in San Diego or her and Jack’s beach house in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Card games were another favorite past time. She was a consummate bridge player in the early days and later on she loved playing and besting her grandchildren at the card games they taught her. With her recent retirement, they looked forward to traveling the country for longer trips spent with grandchildren but her cancer diagnosis in October 2021 cut that short. Never losing hope, she forged ahead with a grueling treatment protocol and maximized time with family. In September 2022, she traveled to Virginia to attend the promotion ceremony of her son to brigadier general. In the context of her life lived in, around and

for the military, it was an incredible moment for her and her entire family. In her last weeks and as Jane sensed her time on earth coming to end, she continued to set beautiful examples for her family. Each day she prayed, as she always did for others who she knew “needed some extra strength to face whatever is to come” With the help of her daughters, she closed out a grass-roots baby blanket making project she had started during the pandemic with fellow parishioners. Together they donated hundreds of blankets and bibs to Birthline of San Diego County. Jane Leonard was a powerful force of good in this world. She will be deeply missed by so many but especially by her family that love her so very much. Mom, we know you are in Heaven, now our guardian angel, continuing to pray for us. Jane is preceded in death by her parents, COL and Mrs. Joseph H. Felter, and her oldest brother, COL Joseph H. Felter, Jr. She is survived by her loving husband, CAPT John A. Leonard (US Navy, Ret.), her seven siblings – Dr. Patricia A. Smith (David) of Tulsa, Ok, Dr. Robert A. Felter (Conchita) of Puerto Rico, John K. Felter, Esq. (Linda) of Cambridge, MA, Suzanne Lippe of Mahawa, NJ, Diane Maestri of McLean, VA, James M. Felter of Washington, DC and Christine Felter (Scott) of Portland, OR. She is also survived by her former husband, COL James L. Lock, Jr. US Army, Ret., (Shirley) of Fairfax, VA and their nine children and 30 grandchildren: Mary Johanna Dyer and her husband Rob of Darien, CT and their four children, Teddy, Jake, Janie and Thomas; BG Joseph G. Lock and COL Clare O’Keeffe of Fayetteville, NC and their five children, SPC Ryan Lock, Joey, Katie, Sean and Rory; COL James L. Lock, III and his wife Dr. Keri W. Lock of Crestwood, KY and their four children, Caroline, Maddie, Jimmy and Matthew; Christine D. Reynolds and her husband Jason of South Lake, TX and their three sons, Jack, Max and William; Sara Jane Hawkins and her husband Cullen of Sullivan’s Island, SC and their three children Laken, Revi and Caleb; Dianne L. Goldstein and her husband CDR Geoffrey Goldstein of Steamboat, CO and their two sons Grip and Maccabee; Ann-Marie Lock and Ray Petway of Washington, DC and their two sons Jason and James; Theresa V. Stidman and her husband Mike of Norwood, CO and their four children, Lyla, Michael, Adela and Olivet; Katherine R. Kliber and her husband Matt of Fairbanks Ranch, CA and their three children Charlotte, Dolan and Madeline and Matt’s children Reagan and Evan. With her marriage to Jack, Jane is survived by his three children Jay Leonard and his two children Caleb and Teagan, Michelle Leonard-Burgess ( Jesse), and Janine Leonard-Lee (Danny). In July, Jane’s family will welcome her first great-grandson. A mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, May 20, 2023 at Santa Sophia Catholic Church in Spring Valley, CA. The funeral mass will begin at 11am, with the Rosary and Words of Remembrance commencing at 10:30am. A memorial service for Jane’s burial at Arlington National Cemetery will take place at a future date. In lieu of flowers, Jane’s family encourages gifts in her memory to Hoover High School and Birthline of San Diego County.Hoover High School Checks payable to: “Hoover Foundation-Maryjane Leonard AOIT Memorial Fund” Hoover High School Attn: Maryjane Leonard AOIT Memorial Fund/Ellen Towers 4474 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92115 Birthline of San Diego County Birthline of San Diego County, Inc. Attn: Michelle Twardowski, In memory of Maryjane Leonard P.O. Box 178421, San Diego, CA 92177 Online: https://birthlineofsandiego.org/ givehelp-funds/ Contact: Michelle Twardowski michelle.twardo@birthlineofsd.org

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