Bertha M. Gifford
September 4, 1932 ~ November 10, 2015
In the early hours of November 10, 2015, Bertha "Marie" Gifford of Front Royal, VA received her wings and passed peacefully at hospice in Arlington, VA. Born September 4, 1932 in Bentonville, VA she was the daughter of the late John and Annie Jenkins. She was a longtime resident and avid walker in Front Royal and spent the past two and a half years socializing, getting her hair done, and living her days surrounded in comfort and love at Sunrise Senior Living in Oakton, VA. She was the thirteenth of fourteen children and is survived by: her two loving daughters, Donna Bogart (Brian) and Pamela Morris; grandchildren David Johnston (Jennings), Dustin Johnston, James Bogart (Ashley), Elisabeth Pafford (Andrew), and Jesse Johnston; Great Grandchildren Colton Johnston and Rhett Johnston; Sister Virginia Dawson. Being in Front Royal, Marie always had a special connection to Randolph Macon Academy and being able to watch her grandchildren grow and succeed. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Bogart/Johnston scholarship fund at RMA. Reference Bogart/Johnston scholarship fund, 200 Academy Drive Front Royal, VA 22630.
A memorial service will be held at Money and King Funeral Home 171 Maple Avenue West Vienna, VA 22180 on Thursday November 19, 2015 from 6pm-8pm. A chapel service will be held on Friday November 20, 2015 at 11am at Money and King for all that would like to attend.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
A memorial service will be held at Money and King Funeral Home 171 Maple Avenue West Vienna, VA 22180 on Thursday November 19, 2015 from 6pm-8pm. A chapel service will be held on Friday November 20, 2015 at 11am at Money and King for all that would like to attend.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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My condolences to the family for their loss. I had the blessed pleasure of knowing Marie for the past 14 years or so and I will also miss her dearly. She was always a pleasure to be with, I will miss the days of coffee and a fish sandwichs at McDonaldsDonalds which she just loved… Rest in peace Marie the heavens have gained a beautiful soul.
My condolences to Marie’s family and loved ones I met Marie 38 years over the course of time I not only gained a friend but I had a second Mom It saddens me to loose such a special person in my life Marie I want to tell you that you will be safe in your journey to Heaven I will carry in my heart forever your kindness and love you showed me over the years So now Marie I will say to you I Love You and that there is a special place in my heart forever And you will never be forgotten
Donna and Family, My prayers have been with you and your family all week. I know you have great faith, so hold on tight to that faith, and the memories of your mom. She is now another one of Gods angels, and she will always be shining down on you and your family. Hugs to All. Sue and Jeff
Family and friends, I know that this is a very difficult time. It’s never easy to lose someone you love but the Bible promises us at John 5:28,29 that you will see Bertha again. Until then may your hearts be filled with the wonderful memories of joyful times spent together as you celebrate a life well lived. Please accept my condolences.