Joseph L. DeChristopher
February 25, 1936 ~ September 19, 2016
Joseph DeChristopher, 80, of Gainesville, Virginia passed away on September 19, 2016. Beloved husband to Virginia C. DeChristopher; loving father to Joseph DeChristopher and wife Kim, Michael DeChristopher and wife Mary, and Mark DeChristopher and wife Faith; devoted grandfather of Nicholas, Gina, Natalie, and Eleanor DeChristopher.
Born in Philadelphia on February 25, 1936. He graduated from West Philadelphia Catholic High School for Boys before joining the U.S. Amy. He served from 1954 to 1957. Joe was united in marriage to Virginia (Jean) Stratoti in June of 1958. Together they lived in State College, Pennsylvania while Joe attained his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University. They were blessed with three sons before moving to Vienna, Virginia.
Joe enjoyed his many friends and family. His favorite activity was to be on the golf course. He always looked forward to his weekly games and golf trips with the guys. Family always came first for Joe and one his biggest joys were his grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday September 28th at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia. A private interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers a Memorial donation may be made to the Alzheimer Association.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
Born in Philadelphia on February 25, 1936. He graduated from West Philadelphia Catholic High School for Boys before joining the U.S. Amy. He served from 1954 to 1957. Joe was united in marriage to Virginia (Jean) Stratoti in June of 1958. Together they lived in State College, Pennsylvania while Joe attained his Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering from Penn State University. They were blessed with three sons before moving to Vienna, Virginia.
Joe enjoyed his many friends and family. His favorite activity was to be on the golf course. He always looked forward to his weekly games and golf trips with the guys. Family always came first for Joe and one his biggest joys were his grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday September 28th at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Vienna, Virginia. A private interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery. The family has asked that in lieu of flowers a Memorial donation may be made to the Alzheimer Association.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Jean and family, I am so sad to learn of Joe’s passing. What a good guy!! He was always such fun to be around. We had some great Club trips together. I remember fondly Assisi. May he rest in peace. Joe will be missed by all. Fondly, Ann and all the Hughes
Wishing you peace during this difficult time, my deepest sympathies. Truly, Michele
Mark: Charlotte and I are so sorry for your loss. Having been through it myself I find that it never gets any easier but you treasure the good times and that helps you face another day. We are thinking about you and keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
So sorry for the loss of your father, may you find peace in this trying time knowing he is at peace in heaven.
Jean, My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God bless.
Mark, Faith and Ellie- we are sorry for the loss of your Dad, Father-in-Law and Grandfather. I hope during this hard time that you are able to find comfort in the great memories you have made with him. Try to focus on those memories and not the final moments. They are priceless! I am sure if you look around at the family, he stills lives through all of you as he didnt leave the physical world without a mark on it! Thinking about all of you during this difficult time.
Our family is very sorry to hear the news. Keep the fun, caring and loving memories close to your heart. Paul and Jean Leone
Robert and I are sorry for your loss. Faith and I used to have so much fun at the pool with Mr. D. And Robert has some great stories from the golf course. Joe was an outstanding man and will be greatly missed.
Jean and family: Joe was truly one of a kind because he possessed so many great qualities. He loved you, your family and his friends, but we all know the grandkids the most. :-). I know he is in heaven probably playing golf with Arnold Palmer and other great men from his generation. I always enjoyed Joe whether through work, on the golf course or at a DeChristopher family function. Nothing was better than his stories growing up in Philly. I will surely miss Joe. He was the best! I know the Lord will keep you in his graces and provide you and the family strength to get through these challenging times. If you need anything, please let me know. Your friend, John Norce