ᐅ District of Columbia Death Notices 2009-2024
Orfield, Orfanella, Orentlicher, Orenstein, Oremland, Orem, Ordway...

James, Ardith, Herman, Jean, Arthur, Marjorie, Louis, Helen, Roderic...

Database updated November 2024
Search Contact Info
Family Members, Relatives & Friends

▰ James Craig Orfield

Died September 20, … More Information
James Craig Orfield, born April 5, 1963 died September 20, 2016 in Washington, District of Columbia. James was 53. Tags: #Bristol #James #Evelyn #Orfield #Virginia #School #Virginian #Award #Excellence #Press #Outstanding #America #American #Universities #University #Pennsylvania #Business #Johnson #Tenn #Bill #Washington #Coleman #Bond #Committee #Small #Education #Labor #Pensions #Community #Katherine #Frances #Smart #Eric #Silvey #Missouri #Joseph #Sons #Wisconsin #Street #Parking #Service #Celebration #Craigs #Memorial #Akard #Mountain #Kiri #Husky #Appalachian #Paul #Southern #Michael #Ryan #Andrew #Justin #Mary #Daniel #George #Lise #Scalf #Ruetz #Veterinary #Spruce #Philadelphia #Penn
Obituary: James Craig Orfield

James Craig Orfield, 53, passed away , Sept. 20, 2016 at Georgetown University Hospital after an extended illness. A native of Bristol, Va., Mr. Orfield was the son of James and the late Evelyn Durham Orfield. He was an honors graduate of Virginia High School, where he discovered his lifelong affection for journalism and served as editor-in-chief of the Virginian Times. He received the Award of Excellence from the Virginia Collegiate Press Association in 1984 and was named an Outstanding Young Man of America during the same year. Mr. Orfield was an honors graduate of Virginia Intermont , earning his B.A. degree in 1985. He was a member of Who's Who in American s and Universities in 1984 and 1985. He also studied business writing at the University of Pennsylvania.

He commenced his professional career as a reporter and later Business Editor for the Johnson City Press in Johnson City, Tenn. In 1988, he took a leave of absence to serve as communications director for the Bill Andersen campaign for U.S. Senate. Mr. Orfield moved to Washington, serving several years as press secretary for then-Rep. Tom Coleman. He recalled the years serving as press secretary to Sen. Christopher "Kit" Bond, and then as communications director for the U.S. Senate Committee on Small Business, which the senator chaired, as among the happiest of his life. He also served several years as both minority and majority communications director for the U.S. Senate Committee on , Education, Labor and Pensions, until his retirement.

Mr. Orfield was a charter member of Community Church, Bristol, Tenn.

In addition to his father, survivors include his wife, Dr. DeeDee K. Smart; two aunts, Katherine Broce, of Bristol, Tenn.; and Frances Dougherty, of Bristol, Va.; mother-in-law Kay Smart; brother-in-law M. Shane Smart; and numerous nieces and nephews and special friends.

His was a venerable soul inside a modern vessel, buffeted by an insidious disease that yielded chronic pain and difficulty. Yet Eric Osborne, Mr. Orfield's lifelong friend, said he could not ever remember a word of complaint.

"While kind thoughts and assistance were always there for the taking, from his friends and colleagues, he would never look to impose on another. The strength and depth of his character was simply beyond that," Mr. Osborne said.

Sen. Ryan Silvey of Missouri began his career working with Mr. Orfield. "I treasured his wise counsel. He was always there for me. I could always talk to him and we shared so many experiences. He became one of my closest friends. I called him my 'Ringer' -- the one you call, or the one you send in when things are tough," Mr. Silvey said.

A viewing and reception will be held at Joseph Gawler's Sons , 5130 Wisconsin Ave., NW (Harrison Street), Washington, DC (Valet Parking) 23 from 2-4pm and from 6-8 pm. A Service in Celebration of Craigs Life will be held in the Joseph E. Hagan Memorial Chapel at Joseph Gawlers Sons on 24, 2016 at 4 p.m. A second visitation will be held from noon-1:45 p.m., at Akard in Bristol, TN, with a service immediately following in the funeral home chapel.

the service, Mr. Orfield will be buried in Mountain View in Bristol, VA along with the ashes of Kiri, his beloved Husky, and his final copy of The Washington Post.

And there, with the rugged Appalachian Mountains he so dearly loved standing watch, the self-styled "LBC" will take his rest. Those who were privileged to be touched by his ever-loyal soul will warmly remember the crinkling of his nose just before he laughed so freely, or the Paul Haveyesque "sigh" - whether spoken or typed.

will also remember intense focus of the whole of his being when he was trying to be of help or comfort, which was the simple purpose of his lifetime of service - a Southern gentleman, who honored his mother and father, loved his family, and made the whole of mankind better for having been a part of it.

Pallbearers will be selected from family and friends.

Honorary pallbearers will be: Hon. Ryan Silvey, Hon. Christopher "Kit" Bond, Michael Mahaffey, Ryan Taylor, Eric Osborne, Andrew Osborne, Justin Osborne, Mary Leidig, Daniel L. Hayes, George Scott, Lise Cutshaw, Ron Scalf and Jon Ruetz.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, 3800 Spruce St., Philadelphia, Penn. 19104.

under the direction of Joseph Gawler's Sons LLC, Washington, DC.

▰ James Craig Orfield

Died September 20, … More Information
James Craig Orfield, born April 5, 1963 entered into eternal rest September 20, 2016 in Washington, District of Columbia. James was 53.
Family members and close friends: , Michelle Trabue, Tim Buchanan, Eric Osborne, Marc Freedman ( Sen. Sm. Bus. Com. Colleague ), Uma Shankavaram, Paul Conlon, Kennari S., Coy Knobel ( Sen. Enzi Colleague ), Leigh Johnston Mullins, Andrea Francesconi, Pam W.

▰ Ardith Mary (Shaw) Orfanella

Died October 28, … More Information
Ardith Mary (Shaw) Orfanella, age 91 of Washington, District of Columbia, went to be with her Lord and Savior October 28, 2008.
Obituary published: October 29, 2008 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Herman Israel Orentlicher

Died November 04, … More Information
Herman Israel Orentlicher, of District of Columbia, born in Massachusetts, went to be with his Lord and Savior November 4, 1997. Herman was 87.
Obituary published: November 05, 1997 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Jean (Kirkham) Orenstein

Died March 07, … More Information
Jean (Kirkham) Orenstein, of District of Columbia, born in Kansas, passed from this world into the next March 7, 2002. Jean was 72.
Obituary published: March 08, 2002 in "Topeka C-J (KS)"

▰ Arthur D Oremland

Died April 16, … More Information
Arthur D Oremland left this earth on April 16, 2000 to meet with Jesus, his Lord and Savior in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: April 17, 2000 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Marjorie L Orem

Died February 26, … More Information
Marjorie L Orem passed away peacefully February 26, 2020, at her home in Washington, District of Columbia. She was 96.
Obituary published: February 27, 2020 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem

Died August 18, … More Information
Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem passed away August 18, 2009 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: August 19, 2009 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem

Died August 17, … More Information
Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem went into the presence of the Lord on August 17, 2009 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: August 18, 2009 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem

Died August 16, … More Information
Louis Walter "Buddy" Orem passed away August 16, 2009 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: August 17, 2009 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Helen G Orem

Died March 12, … More Information
Helen G Orem passed away March 12, 2009 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: March 13, 2009 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Roderic E Ordway

Died September 24, … More Information
Roderic E Ordway, born October 5, 1935 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord September 24, 2010 in Washington, District of Columbia. Roderic was 74.

▰ Richmond Ordway

Died February 22, … More Information
Richmond Ordway, age 6 of Washington, District of Columbia, departed this life Sunday February 22, 1878.
Obituary published: February 23, 1878 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Marilyn B Ordway

Died July 15, … More Information
Marilyn B Ordway passed away July 15, 2002 in District of Columbia.
Obituary published: July 16, 2002 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Elisabeth Ordenes

Died April 15, … More Information
Elisabeth Ordenes passed away April 15, 2002 in District of Columbia.
Obituary published: April 16, 2002 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Lewis W Opsal

Died August 09, … More Information
Lewis W Opsal passed away August 9, 2003 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: August 10, 2003 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Gunda (Sporer) Oppenheimer

Died February 09, … More Information
Gunda (Sporer) Oppenheimer, 57, of Washington, District of Columbia departed this life February 9, 2001.
Obituary published: February 10, 2001 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Franz Martin Oppenheimer

Died November 28, … More Information
Franz Martin Oppenheimer, born September 7, 1919 entered into eternal rest November 28, 2014 in Washington, District of Columbia. Franz was 95.

▰ Franz Martin Oppenheimer

Died November 28, … More Information
Franz Martin Oppenheimer, born September 7, 1919 entered Heaven's gates on November 28, 2014 in Washington, District of Columbia. Franz was 95.
Family members and close friends: , Colleen Clifford, Paul Russell

▰ Louise Oppenheim

Died January 16, … More Information
Louise Oppenheim, born June 22, 1931 entered Heaven's gates on January 16, 2018 in Washington, District of Columbia. Louise was 86.

▰ Walter Opher, Jr

Died August 19, … More Information
Walter Opher, Jr , born January 7, 1959 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord August 19, 2015 in Washington, District of Columbia. Walter was 56.

▰ Marilyn M Oparil

Died August 12, … More Information
Marilyn M Oparil, born April 13, 1923 was anxious to meet her Maker and Master August 12, 2020 in Washington, District of Columbia. Marilyn was 97.

▰ Boon Seng Ooi

Died November 01, … More Information
Boon Seng Ooi, age 57 of District of Columbia, died on November 1, 1997.
Obituary published: November 02, 1997 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Edith (Ogbuokiri) Onuoha

Died July 04, … More Information
Edith (Ogbuokiri) Onuoha left this earth on July 4, 1996 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: July 05, 1996 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Michael Onofrio

Died February 25, … More Information
Michael Onofrio went into the presence of the Lord on February 25, 2002 in District of Columbia.
Obituary published: February 26, 2002 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ William Emmanuel Jr "Big Will" Onley

Died October 23, … More Information
William Emmanuel Jr "Big Will" Onley passed away October 23, 2001 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: October 24, 2001 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Louise M Onley

Died May 12, … More Information
Louise M Onley went into the presence of the Lord on May 12, 2004 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: May 13, 2004 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Anne O Onimole

Died September 23, … More Information
Anne O Onimole, born March 3, 1977 departed this life Sunday September 23, 2015 in Washington, District of Columbia. Anne was 38.

▰ Olalekam J Oni

Died December 14, … More Information
Olalekam J Oni, born July 23, 1977 entered Heaven's gates on December 14, 2014 in Washington, District of Columbia. Olalekam was 37.

▰ Helen Louise St Onge

Died November 12, … More Information
Helen Louise St Onge, born July 31, 1920 passed from this life on November 12, 2015 in Washington, District of Columbia. Helen was 95.
Family members and close friends: , Deborah Potter

▰ Chee Kiang Ong

Died October 07, … More Information
Chee Kiang Ong, born June 29, 1970 entered into eternal rest October 7, 2015 in Washington, District of Columbia. Chee was 45.

▰ Karen (Gilkerson) Oneyear

Died March 04, … More Information
Karen (Gilkerson) Oneyear, age 34 of Washington, District of Columbia, departed this life Sunday March 4, 2003.
Obituary published: March 05, 2003 in "Calvert Ind (MD)"

▰ Karen (Gilkerson) Oneyear

Died March 04, … More Information
Karen (Gilkerson) Oneyear, age 34 of District of Columbia, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home March 4, 2003.
Obituary published: March 05, 2003 in "Calvert Recorder (MD)"

▰ Lisa Ann Oneill

Died October 14, … More Information
Lisa Ann Oneill, of District of Columbia, born in Lakewood, New Jersey, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home October 14, 2008. Lisa was 29.
Obituary published: October 15, 2008 in "LP Enterprise (MD)"

▰ Lisa Ann Oneill

Died October 14, … More Information
Lisa Ann Oneill, of District of Columbia, born in Lakewood, New Jersey, entered into eternal rest October 14, 2008. Lisa was 29.
Obituary published: October 15, 2008 in "Md Indep (MD)"

▰ Lisa Ann Oneill

Died October 09, … More Information
Lisa Ann Oneill, of Washington, District of Columbia, went to be with the Lord on October 9, 2008. Lisa was 29.
Obituary published: October 10, 2008 in "LP Enterprise (MD)"

▰ Earl James Oneil

Died July 13, … More Information
Earl James Oneil, age 58 of District of Columbia passed away July 13, 2004.
Obituary published: July 14, 2004 in "Md Indep (MD)"

▰ Earl James Oneil

Died July 15, … More Information
Earl James Oneil, 58, of District of Columbia departed this life July 15, 2004.
Obituary published: July 16, 2004 in "LP Enterprise (MD)"

▰ John G Jr Ondrejko

Died September 09, … More Information
John G Jr Ondrejko, of District of Columbia, born in Brownsville, Pennsylvania, passed from this world into the next September 9, 2004. John was 62.
Obituary published: September 10, 2004 in "Md Indep (MD)"

▰ Ekundayo Kareem [Hawkins] Omotunde

Died March 09, … More Information
Ekundayo Kareem [Hawkins] Omotunde, of District of Columbia, born in Brooklyn, New York, went into the presence of the Lord on March 9, 2000. Ekundayo was 32.
Obituary published: March 10, 2000 in "Wash DC Blade"

▰ Wallace Omohundro

Died June 09, … More Information
Wallace Omohundro, age 66 of Washington, District of Columbia, passed from this world into the next June 9, 1982.
Obituary published: June 10, 1982 in "CoffeyvilleJournal (KS)"

▰ Robert Johnson Omohundro

Died May 17, … More Information
Robert Johnson Omohundro passed away May 17, 2000 in Washington, District of Columbia.
Obituary published: May 18, 2000 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Robert Johnson Omohundro

Died May 19, … More Information
Robert Johnson Omohundro, age 78 of District of Columbia, born in Norfolk, Virginia, departed this life Sunday May 19, 2000.
Obituary published: May 20, 2000 in "Wash DC Post"

▰ Pauline (Etzold) Omohundrao

Died May 08, … More Information
Pauline (Etzold) Omohundrao, of District of Columbia, born in Independence, Kansas, gained her wings on May 8, 1984. Pauline was 71.
Obituary published: May 09, 1984 in "CoffeyvilleJournal (KS)"

▰ Katherine Cincotta Ombres

Died September 20, … More Information
Katherine Cincotta Ombres, born September 21, 1921 went into the presence of the Lord on September 20, 2016 in Milton, District of Columbia. Katherine was 94. Tags: #Angelo
Obituary: Katherine was born on 21, 1921 and passed away on , 20, 2016. Katherine was a resident of Milton, District Of Columbia at the time of passing. Katherine was married to Angelo.

▰ William J Olwell

Died February 14, … More Information
William J Olwell, of District of Columbia, born in Washington, went to be with the Lord on February 14, 2001. William was 66.
Obituary published: February 15, 2001 in "Seattle Times (WA)"

▰ Margaret Reba Stevens O'Neill

Died January 01, … More Information

Family members and close friends: , Bruce Mcamis, Patricia Crew, Christine S., Maria Frawley, Karen Simons, Sondra Baxt, Susan Lea Smith, Charlotte Gallagher, Richard Harris, Maureen O'neill-erickson, Daniel Mevs, Maria Sarria, D Fox, Robin Russ, Beth Critchley, Bernadette Bullock, Esq., Myra Freeman, Bob Sumener, Candace Rollins, Susan Stockdale, Norman Enger, Wendy Rodkey, Amy Goott, Mary Carlton, Violet Johnson, Louise Walsh, Ann Marie De Blasi, Debbie Hinton, Mark Feldstein, Elizabeth White, Marina Herrera, Russell Spear, Catalina Quintero, Bill And Nan Thomas, Norah Schwarz, Kathleen Greenberg, Chris And Alexis Kimber, Monica Woldt, Lauren Monsen O'donoghue, Joann Buchanan, Alexa J Randall, Negar A., Beth Whitmore, Jack Smyth, Heather Hudgins, Darla Clark, Liz Keegan, Greta Kreuz, Carrie M, Kim & Lynette Wagenbach, Patricia Young, Sharon Congdon, Jody Rapport, Jennifer Burton, Markus Walther, Emily Yoffe, April Schulz, Will Ball, Marcia Nordgren, Jeanne O'neill, David Glendinning, Helen Neville, Ariel, Suzanne Woody, Carrington Tarr, Allyson Stokes, Mark Heffernan, Jamie Hanson, Melanie Greenberg, Debra Mcmahon, Carol Parker, Monique Parker, Seltzer Torre Diane, Amanda La Forge, Sheri Rosenfeld, Mehmood Nathani, Kathy Bell, Elizabeth R

▰ John T O'Neill

Died December 04, … More Information
John T O'Neill, born July 5, 1934 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 4, 2016 in Washington, District of Columbia. John was 82.
Family members and close friends: , Arthur Lewry, Genevieve Ungar

▰ Annetta Jane O'Melia

Died June 27, … More Information
Annetta Jane O'Melia, born March 14, 1921 went to be with her Lord and Savior June 27, 2013 in Washington, District of Columbia. Annetta was 92.

▰ Robert James O'Malley

Died February 05, … More Information
Robert James O'Malley, born December 22, 1922 died on February 5, 2021 in Washington, District of Columbia. Robert was 98.
Family members and close friends: , Darricarrere Frederic, Don Wilson, Belinda Perkins, Keisha Cauthen, Demetria Avery, Michael Coss, John Sweeney, Mary Brigid ( The Lip ) Sweeney, Bobby Fennell, Jan Lancaster
Page ... 7

RootsWeb is a free genealogy community that uses online forums, mailing lists, and other resources to help people research their family history. Founded in 1993 by Brian Leverich and Karen Isaacson as the Roots Surname List, it is the oldest free online community genealogy research website.
Cyndi's List has been a trusted genealogy research site for more than 25 years. Cyndi's List is free for everyone to use and it is meant to be your starting point when researching online.

Search Contact Info
Family Members, Relatives & Friends

Information may include (when available): known aliases or other names, marital status, birth date and age, family members or cohabitants, arrest or conviction history, association with business, work history, professional or business licenses, property records, tax records, litigation history, driver records, and even political party affiliation.