Marilyn H. Sachs
October 19, 1931 ~ October 22, 2013
Marilyn Helen Catherine Bann Sachs
October 19, 1931 October 22, 2013
Resided in Potomac Falls, VA
Obituary
Marilyn Helen Catherine Bann Sachs, 82, passed away October 22, 2013 at Falcons Landing in Potomac Falls, VA
She was born October 19, 1931 and was the seventh of nine children of Dolores (Kassebaum) and James (William) Bann.
Born and raised in New Baden , IL, she graduated from New Baden High School in 1949. She served as a Stenographer and Secretary for the Director of Communications, Deputy Chief of Staff, Comptroller Materiel, Scott Air Force Base, Air Training Command, Belleville, IL in the early 1950s. In 1957 she married Air Force Officer Armand (Charles) Sachs and began a family while assigned to various duty stations including a four year tour in Evreux France in the early 1960s. She and her husband would later settle in Richmond, VA and go on to own and operate Pizza Inns of Virginia, Inc. Divorced in 1978, she would go on to raise three children and worked as the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Sr. Vice President of the Mortgage Division, Crestar Mortgage from 1989 1996. Throughout her life she freely gave of herself in order to help those around her. She loved to spend time with her family, praying and volunteering her time at the Benedictine Abbey (Richmond, VA), and tending to her gardens.
She is survived by her sons Col. Charles W Sachs, USAF, Ret. (Jacqueline), San Antonio, TX, John C. Sachs (Katie) Arlington, VA, daughter Cynthia S. Galdabini (Christian) Arlington, VA, grandchildren Julia Sachs, Gabriel and Alessandra Galdabini, sister Suzanne Chapple, and brothers Ralph, Robert, Carl and Jim Bann.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Gloria Hebenstreit, brothers Bill and Paul Bann.
In celebration of her life, family and friends are invited to a visitation on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 between 6:00PM and 8:00PM. The visitation will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue W, Vienna, VA 22180, (703) 938 -7440, www.moneyandking.com. A celebratory Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 11:00AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1910 N. Randolph St., Arlington, VA 22207, (703) 525-1166. A reception at the home of John and Katie Sachs will follow.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
October 19, 1931 October 22, 2013
Resided in Potomac Falls, VA
Obituary
Marilyn Helen Catherine Bann Sachs, 82, passed away October 22, 2013 at Falcons Landing in Potomac Falls, VA
She was born October 19, 1931 and was the seventh of nine children of Dolores (Kassebaum) and James (William) Bann.
Born and raised in New Baden , IL, she graduated from New Baden High School in 1949. She served as a Stenographer and Secretary for the Director of Communications, Deputy Chief of Staff, Comptroller Materiel, Scott Air Force Base, Air Training Command, Belleville, IL in the early 1950s. In 1957 she married Air Force Officer Armand (Charles) Sachs and began a family while assigned to various duty stations including a four year tour in Evreux France in the early 1960s. She and her husband would later settle in Richmond, VA and go on to own and operate Pizza Inns of Virginia, Inc. Divorced in 1978, she would go on to raise three children and worked as the Executive Administrative Assistant to the Sr. Vice President of the Mortgage Division, Crestar Mortgage from 1989 1996. Throughout her life she freely gave of herself in order to help those around her. She loved to spend time with her family, praying and volunteering her time at the Benedictine Abbey (Richmond, VA), and tending to her gardens.
She is survived by her sons Col. Charles W Sachs, USAF, Ret. (Jacqueline), San Antonio, TX, John C. Sachs (Katie) Arlington, VA, daughter Cynthia S. Galdabini (Christian) Arlington, VA, grandchildren Julia Sachs, Gabriel and Alessandra Galdabini, sister Suzanne Chapple, and brothers Ralph, Robert, Carl and Jim Bann.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister Gloria Hebenstreit, brothers Bill and Paul Bann.
In celebration of her life, family and friends are invited to a visitation on Tuesday, October 29, 2013 between 6:00PM and 8:00PM. The visitation will be held at Money and King Funeral Home, 171 Maple Avenue W, Vienna, VA 22180, (703) 938 -7440, www.moneyandking.com. A celebratory Mass will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2013 at 11:00AM at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 1910 N. Randolph St., Arlington, VA 22207, (703) 525-1166. A reception at the home of John and Katie Sachs will follow.
Funeral Home:
Money & King Funeral Home
171 W. Maple Ave.
Vienna, VA
US 22180
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Dear Charles, Cynthia. John & Families, We are so sorry to hear about Aunt Marilyn. Even though we have always been miles apart think of all of you often. We know she and all of you have been through a rough road these last years. She now is at peace. I am sure she is rejoicing now being with her dear brothers and sister. May God give all of you Peace & Strength at this time. Love You All!! Please keep in touch!!
I’m very sorry for your loss.
Cindy and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mom. She was a sweet woman and we know she will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thinking of you, Paige, Alex, Will and Hayden Forrest
Dear Cindy and Family, Jim and I are very sorry to learn of your mom, Aunt Marilyn. She was such a dear and special person. We always enjoyed having her around and we will have our wonderful fond memories of her graciousness and kindness. Love to all of you, Jim, Susan and Steven Bann
God Speed to our beautiful,dear friend. We remember you for all your kind deeds and undying friendship. We will just say “so long” for now. Heaven has another angel to watch over us all.
I met Marilyn in 1981, when I moved across the street, on Amesbury Lane. I was a newlywed and Marilyn was recently divorced. We became fast friends over countless cups of coffee. We shopped together,lunched together and even travelled to my parents home in Pennsylvania. That was a great trip in her Cadillac! I will always cherish Marilyn’s compassion,laughter and friendship. I love you Marilyn and will never forget our time together…you were a special person in my life. Love, Sharon
Cindy, I was so sorry to learn of your mother’s passing. She was one lovely lady and I know you and your brothers will miss her dearly.
To my niece and nephews, I am sorry I cannot attend due to my husband’s illness and am sorry for your loss. I shall always miss my sister, my friend, but know that we meet again some day. God bless, Aunt Suzanne
Dear Family, We are saddened by the loss of our Aunt Marylin but know in our hearts that she is at peace and in the presence of our heavenly Father. Our prayers are with all of you and our hopes are that your period of grief shall not be all too unbearable. Peace be with you Aunt Marylin. Thank you for having touched our lives. …our thoughts and prayers are always with our extended family. Be safe all…
So very sorry to hear of the loss of our dear Aunt Marilyn. She was my Godmother and such a wonderful lady. Prayers and Peace to all of you.
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. God Bless,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
We were sorry to hear about your mother. She was such a sweet person and good friend. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dear Charles, John & Cynthia – I am so sorry to hear of your mother, my Aunt Marilyn’s sudden passing. She was a beautiful woman and we so enjoyed her Michigan visit a couple of years ago. I am also grateful I was able to talk to her on Sunday and wish her a happy birthday. She seemed very happy watching her grandchildren play. Love and peace to all of you. Lisa Dietrich
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers! I’m so sad for your loss.
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
May our thoughts and prayers be with you and your families at this time.
I am sorry for the loss of your mother. I had the privilege of meeting her on a number of occasions. She was a very kind lady.