Lucius Lamar Obituary (1939 - 2024) - Springfield, Virginia

Lucius Q. C. Lamar III, age 84, of Alexandria, VA passed away suddenly on Tuesday, April 9, 2024. He was born in Washington, DC, on November 18, 1939. He is a graduate of Davis & Elkins College in West Virginia, class of 1961. He was a devoted and loving father who throughout his life emphasized hard work and compassion. He enjoyed travel, reading, word puzzles, food, and music. A native of Washington, DC, he was an ardent fan of all the Washington sports teams. Above all, his greatest joy came from spending time with family and friends, creating cherished memories that will endure through generations. He was a longtime supporter of his alma matter. His rigorous liberal arts education and D&E experiences were some of his fondest and most discussed memories. Known for his strong work ethic, he worked as a technical editor for 40 years. He was a superb writer finding fulfillment in the satisfaction of a job well done. He was an avid fisherman, preferring deep sea and surf fishing. He accumulated many citations for his outstanding catches. To honor his love of the sea, Lucius’s life will be celebrated with a scattering of his ashes in the Chesapeake Bay. He was preceded in death by his parents Lucius Q. C. Lamar Jr. and Violet Jahn Lamar; and his wife, Judith Dwyer Lamar. He is survived by his beloved partner Kathleen Marks; his son and wife Lucius Lamar IV and Jan Pasternak, and his daughter Suzy Lamar; and his granddaughter Frieda. All services will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation, PO Box 34635, Bethesda, MD 20827. Click this link to view additional details about Lucius: https://my.gather.app/remember/lucius-lamar