Mildred "Millie" Lee Close

Mildred (“Millie”) Lee Close, age 88, of Falls Church, Virginia, beloved wife of Donald. S. Close, passed away February 18, 2025 after a dignified and courageous battle with Urothelial Cancer.  She is survived by her children, Kevin Eugene Close of Arlington, VA, Rex Alan Close (Wendy Close) of Manassas, VA, Kimberly Close Bowden (Alan Bowden) of Ashburn, VA. and her loving and devoted grand-children, Connor Close, Brandon Close, Lily Grace Close, Colin Close, Christopher Bowden, Nicholas Bowden, and Michael Bowden. She is also survived by her sister Donna Jean Didawick (Ercel Didawick) as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

Millie was born August 26, 1936 in Berkeley Springs, WV and was the daughter of the late Garvin Lunger and Opal Mae Johnson. 

Millie began her career as a skilled seamstress before transitioning to a role as a Loan Operations Administrator at First Virginia Bank where she worked from 1980 to 1998. She had a deep passion for reading, traveling, and particularly enjoyed long walks along the beach. A gifted cook and baker, Millie's culinary talents brought joy to many. Her love for family and children was also expressed in countless crocheted baby blankets she gifted to so many newborn babies. Above all, Millie treasured her family—especially her seven grandchildren. Throughout her courageous battle with cancer, her primary focus was to spend more time with them and be present for the special moments in their lives.

Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 am on Friday, February 28, 2025 at Friendship United Methodist Church, 3527 Gallows Road, Falls Church, VA with Pastor Jim Harrington. To livestream the funeral service, go here, https://www.friendshipchurchnova.org/funeral 

Private burial will be in Berkeley Springs, WV the following day. 

The family will receive friends from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday, February 27 at the Advent Funeral Home, 7211 Lee Highway, Falls Church, VA. 

The family would like to express its appreciation for the wonderful and loving care provided by Goodwin Hospice staff, to include: Caitlyn, Dorcas, Erica, Marisa, Mary and Patty.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Goodwin Living Foundation or Friendship United Methodist Church, Falls Church, Virginia.

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