Jewell Shadburn Rich
January 7, 1935 ~ December 7, 2015
Jewell Shadburn Rich, 80, passed away peacefully in her sleep, at home in Vienna, VA, on Monday, December 7, 2015, after a long battle with Parkinson's disease.
She was a graduate of Buford High School (Buford, GA, 1953), where, in addition to being a stellar student, she excelled on the girls' basketball team, and was a member of the cheerleading squad. She then went on to Mercer University (Macon, GA, 1958), where she met her husband. She was of the Christian faith, and until her mobility gave out, very much enjoyed her time at church with family and friends.
Mrs. Rich traveled extensively in support of her husband's military career, was active for more than 60 years in her Chi Omega sorority, including leadership positions in her local alumnae chapter, and was an avid bridge player. She was retired from Kay Jewelers where she worked many years as an Executive Secretary. In addition, early in her career, she was a substitute school teacher, and in her late career, a realtor alongside her husband.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John C. and Pearl Tuggle Shadburn of Buford, GA.
Mrs. Rich is survived by her husband of 58 years, Arthur L. Rich, Jr., Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret.); two daughters, Cassandra R. Aucoin (Vice Admiral Joseph Aucoin), and Jennifer L. Rich; two sons, Arthur L. Rich, III (Colleen), and Ashley S. Rich (Amy); six grandchildren, Joseph Aucoin, Kristina Aucoin, Claudia Rich, Garrett Rich, Jorja Rich and Alexia Rich; brother, Roger L. Shadburn; sister, Anne S. Barnes (Jerry); sister-in-law Dr. Ruth Anne Rich-Humphrey (Fred); and eight nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue W, Vienna, VA 22180 on December 14, 2015, from 6-8 P.M. A memorial service will be held at Money & King Funeral Home on December 15, 2015, at 11 A.M. Interment will be at Chestnut Grove Cemetery, 831 Dranesville Road, Herndon, VA 20170, immediately following the memorial service.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
She was a graduate of Buford High School (Buford, GA, 1953), where, in addition to being a stellar student, she excelled on the girls' basketball team, and was a member of the cheerleading squad. She then went on to Mercer University (Macon, GA, 1958), where she met her husband. She was of the Christian faith, and until her mobility gave out, very much enjoyed her time at church with family and friends.
Mrs. Rich traveled extensively in support of her husband's military career, was active for more than 60 years in her Chi Omega sorority, including leadership positions in her local alumnae chapter, and was an avid bridge player. She was retired from Kay Jewelers where she worked many years as an Executive Secretary. In addition, early in her career, she was a substitute school teacher, and in her late career, a realtor alongside her husband.
She is preceded in death by her parents, John C. and Pearl Tuggle Shadburn of Buford, GA.
Mrs. Rich is survived by her husband of 58 years, Arthur L. Rich, Jr., Colonel, U.S. Army (Ret.); two daughters, Cassandra R. Aucoin (Vice Admiral Joseph Aucoin), and Jennifer L. Rich; two sons, Arthur L. Rich, III (Colleen), and Ashley S. Rich (Amy); six grandchildren, Joseph Aucoin, Kristina Aucoin, Claudia Rich, Garrett Rich, Jorja Rich and Alexia Rich; brother, Roger L. Shadburn; sister, Anne S. Barnes (Jerry); sister-in-law Dr. Ruth Anne Rich-Humphrey (Fred); and eight nieces and nephews.
A viewing will be held at Money & King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue W, Vienna, VA 22180 on December 14, 2015, from 6-8 P.M. A memorial service will be held at Money & King Funeral Home on December 15, 2015, at 11 A.M. Interment will be at Chestnut Grove Cemetery, 831 Dranesville Road, Herndon, VA 20170, immediately following the memorial service.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Jewell made a big impact on the Northern VA Chi Omega chapter. She was such as wonderful person and loved by so many. She will remain forever in our hearts and memories.
What a beautiful and gracious lady! Jewell was the epitome of Chi Omega’s ideals. She was beloved and respected by her Chi Omega sisters and will always be a part of our sisterhood.
What a beautiful and gracious lady! Jewell was the epitome of Chi Omega’s ideals. She was beloved and respected by her Chi Omega sisters and will always be a part of our sisterhood.
What a beautiful and gracious lady! Jewell was the epitome of Chi Omega’s ideals. She was beloved and respected by her Chi Omega sisters and will always be a part of our sisterhood.
Jewell was very special to me and my family. She will always have a special place in my heart. We shared many fond memories together while I was growing up. My heart goes out to Art and the family. Love always, Ron and Susan Roberts and family
I have so many wonderful memories of my Aunt Jewell, and will miss her so much. Fortunately, as we were growing up, we were able to visit all together at my grandmother’s house and enjoy being with all of her children, my cousins. I will always remember just listening to Aunt Jewell and my mom and Uncle Roger talk as they reminisced about times growing up in Buford and my grandparents. I loved hearing them talk and laugh! Aunt Jewell will always be special to me and many, many others whose life she touched!