American Legion Post 162, 8210 Legion Dr, Lorton, VA 22079  703.690.1107


 



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Day is done,

gone the sun,

From the hills,

from the lakes,

From the sky.

All is well,

safely rest,

God is nigh.

 

Fades the light;

And afar

Goeth day,

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John Petti

"Smokey" Grover

* Tex DeMoss *

Sheila Grimes
 

 Walter J. Drewry  
2004 2005 2006
John Kostro

Jim Byrne

Charles Splaine

Dick Polacheck

Charlie Moon

(previous)

Jimmie Bledsoe

George Cook

Leonard Miller

Charlie Petitt

Ron Leo

Charles Bodine

Bea Kraus

Tony DaCosta

Phyllis Leo

Tim Rutherford

Lou Ricker


 


Walter J. Drewry


Walter James Drewry, 76, of Woodbridge, died February 28, 2008 at Potomac Hospital. Walter was born on April 4, 1931 in New York to Walter Frederick and Marie (Carey) Drewry. Mr. Drewry retired after 23 years of service with the United States Navy at the rank of Chief Petty Officer. He was twice awarded the National Defense Service Medal.After retiring from the Navy, Walter pursued a second career as an optician and manager at Sterling Optical. Walter married the love of his life on September 18, 1954 and enjoyed 53 years of marriage with his wife, Eileen. He was proud of his military career in the US Navy where he traveled the world. He loved the ocean and vacationing at the beach. Walter enjoyed watching and playing golf, football, baseball and was a true sports fan. Walter had a great love of reading and spending time with his family and friends. Walter was a past commander and member of the Lorton American Legion Post #162 and the Woodbridge VFW Post #7916. Mr. Drewry is survived by his wife Eileen Drewry of Woodbridge; two daughters: Maurine Wood and her husband Alfred Wood of Woodbridge, VA and Colleen Margaret Wood and her husband Terrence Wood of Crofton, MD. Three Grandchildren: Phillip Wood, Connor Wood, and Mitchell Wood. One Brother: Patrick Drewry of Waterbury, CT. Interment will take place on Monday March, 31 2008, 1:00 p.m. at Arlington National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made in Walter's name to the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society.
(Potomac News)

 


Sheila Ann Grimes

August 4, 1943 - December 10, 2007


Charles 'Tex' DeMoss

* Fraternal Order of Police Article *


Tex passed away on 16 November 2007,  He was a Life Member serving 36 years here at Post 162 and a total of 54 years overall service to the American Legion.  

Tex served with the United States Naval Reserve and the United States Army

A Ceremony for Draping the American Legion Charter will be conducted in honor of Tex and Smokey Grover at the Post on 4 Dec at 1800.  Internment will be at Arlington National Cemetery on 6 December 2007.

A long standing leader, member and friend of Post 162, we shall remember and miss him.

 


Harold D. "Smokey" Grover, 79

A longtime Alexandria, VA resident died peacefully on Friday, October 26, 2007 at INOVA Mount Vernon Hospital. Smokey was born in Edgar, Nebraska on March 12, 1928., After serving in the Navy during WWII, he moved his family across the U.S. following work opportunities until finally settling in Alexandria, VA in 1958. Smokey retired from Coastal Pile Driving after 20 years.

Smokey is survived by Patty Ann, his beloved wife for 60 years, along with three daughters: Suzie Stone, Mitzi Deavers and her husband Billy, Shari Stone and her husband Rickie, two sons, Benny Grover and his wife, Star and Bobby Grover; 10 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

The family will receive friends on Monday, October 29, 2007 from 7 to 9 p.m. at MULLINS & THOMPSON FUNERAL SERVICE, Fredericksburg Chapel. A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, October 30, 2007 at 1 p.m. at Sunset Memorial Gardens.

Smokey was a member of the American Legion Post 162 for 27 years. Memorial contributions may be made to Post 162, 8210 Legion Drive, Lorton, VA 22079.


John M. Petti

On April 8, 2007, a member of Post 162 and a life long resident of Alexandria, VA, JOHN, was preceded in death by his wife Carol and his son Johnnie. He was the devoted father of Ron (Theresa) Petti and the loving companion of Pat Hampton. He is also survived by his sister Jean Grimm and brother Robert (Louise) Petti; several nieces and nephews and four grandchildren. (Washington Post)


Lou Ricker

A long standing leader, member and friend of Post 162 and District 17, Lou passed on 17 December 2006.  We shall remember and miss him.

Donations to Boy's State, Lou's long-standing Program, in lieu of flowers is requested.

LOUIS TAYLOR RICKER

On Sunday, December 17, 2006, of Alexandria, VA. Beloved husband of Frances Sindlinger Ricker; father of Mark Scott, Bruce T. and Eric S. Ricker, all of Alexandria, VA; grandfather of Aimee, Eric, Shane, Sarah, Katie, Zackery; great-grandfather of Tre. Memorial contributions may be made to
Virginia American Legion Boys State, c/o Larry Greene, Treasurer, PO Box 638, Montrose, VA 22520.  (WP)
 


Timothy V. Rutherford

A member of Post 162 for over 25 years, Tim passed on 4 November 2006.  He was 57. Tim was a Vietnam era veteran having served in the US Army from '71 through '73.  Tim was a member of the Post 162's Legion State Championship softball team.  Tim is survived only by his fellow members of Post 162.  Pictures from the service are here.


Tony DaCosta

A friend of Post 162, Tony passed 5.24.06.  We shall miss him.


Beatrice 'Bea' Kraus

Post and Unit 162 mourn the passing of our friend and comrade on 4 March 2006


Charles Bodine

A Life Member of the American Legion, Post 162 mourns the passing of our friend and comrade.


Ronald S. Leo

A member of Post 162 and father of Commander Steve Leo, Ron passed on 30 November 2005.  Post 162 mourns the passing of our friend and comrade.


Charles E. 'Charlie' Petitt, Jr.

A member of Squadron 162, Charlie passed 27 November 2005.  Post 162 mourns the passing of our friend and comrade.


Leonard Miller

A member of Unit 162, Leonard passed suddenly 15 July 2005.  Post 162 mourns the passing of our friend and comrade.


George Cook

A long standing leader, member and friend of our Post, George passed away 30 April 2005. 

Our Post has lost a valued member and good friend.

 

George F. Cook, age 66, of Woodbridge died on Saturday, April 30, 2005, at Fairfax Hospital. He was a special deputy with the U.S. Marshal Service for 19 years. He was a member of the Lorton American Legion Post 162. He served nine years with the U.S. Army 101st Airborne Division. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dottie Cook; his daughter, Cindy Ward; his son, David Cook and his wife, Theresa; his grandchildren, Peggy Waggy, Ronnie Ward Jr., Matthew Ward, Steven Ward, Samantha Cook and Troy Cook and his great-grandchildren, Mikey and Travey Waggy.

 


Jimmie D. Bledsoe

A Legionnaire since 1960, Jimmie Dee Bledsoe, 79, of Stafford County, formerly of Woodbridge, passed away Tuesday, March 29, 2005.


John W. "John John" Kostro

December 25th, 2004


Jim Byrne

Jim died Wednesday night, 9-22-04, in an ATV accident. 

Post 162 mourns the passing of our comrade and good friend.  Our post has lost a valued member.

 

Father of Jennifer, Susan, Malila, Andrew and Adam; son of Gladys U. Byrne; brother of Edward A. Byrne III and Linda; grandfather of Lucian.

Testimonial

To My friend

I thought of you just the other day. I wondered how you had been. I thought “I need to call my old friend”. I wish I'd made that call. I got a call today that said my friend has gone. It's a sad day for me, I've loved and known you for so long. We shared lots of memories together you and me. You were such a sweet person, a wonderful Dad.  A genuine good guy. A loving and funny man, he was my true friend. I remember long ago we went to a funeral. Jim had lost a fishing buddy. I had lost my brother. Some of you may have heard this story, some of you were there. You see we got lost that day in Kentucky.  Jim stopped to ask directions. He came out smiling from ear to ear. He said "I just met the honest to goodness Barnie Fyfe" and we laughed until we cried. Jim, you made that day a little easier for me. Today is also a sad day for me having to say goodbye to you my friend. I will always remember you smiling from ear to ear. I will cherish my memories of you. I’ll never let them die. I’ll see you again one day on the other shore. I like to think you're already fishing with the one's that went before. One day you, my friend, will see me again and we will laugh with the angels for eternity.

 


Charles 'Charlie' Splaine

Charles "Charlie" Thomas Splaine, age 83, died Tuesday, Sept. 21, 2004, in Arlington.

Charles is survived by his wife of 45 years Naomi; daughter Theresa Heiderschidt; and three grandsons, James Fowler, and John and Sean Heiderschidt. He is also survived by his sister Sarah Leonard.

Charles served in the U.S. Air Force and was a Veteran of W.W. II. He moved to Woodbridge in 1956 and was the co-founder of the Leonard-Splaine Company. He was a member of Our Lady of Angels Catholic Church, The Elks, and The American Legion in Lorton.


Dick Polachek

POLACHECK. RICHARD A., MSG USA (Ret.)  Member Post 162, Lorton, Va

On July 13, 2004 of Springfield, va, beloved husband of Jonilynn M. Polacheck; loving father of Sheila A. McDaniel; stepfather of Katrina A. Levett and Megan B. Benanck; brother of Robert Polacheck and grandfather of Lauren McDaniel, LeAnn McDaniel, Bailey McDaniel and Abigail McDaniel.


Charlie Moon

 

 


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