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Washabaugh, Floyd "Chip" M., IIIWednesday, January 24, 2007
Chip Washabaugh unexpectedly departed this life on January 24, 2007. Beloved husband, father, grandfather and devoted family man, he is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Nancy Smith Washabaugh of Colonial Heights, VA; a daughter, Kelly Washabaugh Hawker and husband, Mark of Richmond; son, Corey Washabaugh and wife, Beth of Colonial Heights, and two grandchildren: Elizabeth and Dylan Washabaugh. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Mitchell Washabaugh Jr. and Nellye Layne Washabaugh. He taught History and Geography at Prince George County High School for 28 years until his retirement in 1999. He was highly regarded by his students and was named teacher of the Year in 1991. He served in the army in VietNam and was honored for his exemplary combat service with a Purple Heart. Chip was an avid reader and a passionate Civil War buff who enjoyed searching for artifacts with his metal detector. He was a great lover of nature and the out of doors and was concerned about the environment. He was a member of the Petersburg Lions Club and St. Marks United Methodist Church. He was the dearest of men and will be sorely missed by family, friends, colleagues and former students who have been blessed by his caring, wisdom and kindness. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the family's church: St. Marks United Methodist Church, Petersburg, VA. The family will receive friends at the Chesterfield Chapel of J.T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home & Cremation Service on Sunday, January 28, 2007 from 2 to 4 p.m. A funeral service will take place on Monday, January 29, 2007 at 11 a.m. in St. Mark's United Methodist Church, Petersburg, VA. Interment will follow in Sunset Memorial Park, Chester, VA. Condolences may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com Condolences
Nancy, Sincerely, Posted by: Bill Smith at April 4, 2007 09:53 PM He was the greatest teacher I ever had. Class of 93. I will miss you... Posted by: Scott Holder at February 21, 2007 12:03 PMI was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Chip. I have not seen him in several years but I was fortunate to have worked with Chip at Prince George High School. He was kind, generous, thoughtful and always willing to help a student in need. I count myself fortunate, indeed, to have crossed his path. Our prayers are with you. Chuck Boschen We were very saddened to hear about Mr. Washabaugh. He was always very interesting to talk with about Civil War history and helped us out alot with different projects. We spoke about metal detecting our property and only now realize that you have to do things or time will slip away. We regret your loss of such a wonderful man of our acquiantence, and express our sincere sympathy. And pray that you will fully trust in God to carry you on through life. Our prayers are with you all always. Even though it has been more then 20 years since I had Mr. Washabaugh as a teacher, I can still recall some of the stories he told us. His was one of the classes I looked forward to attending. He was an excellent teacher. I am very sorry for your loss and will keep your family in my prayers. I am very sorry to learn of Chip's untimely passing, not something any of us expected. As an administrator at PGHS between 1977-84, my contact with Chip was always positive. Indeed, he was a kind, considerate and caring teacher who quickly gained my respect. It was clear that his students felt the same way, and was evidenced in the rarity of any student discipline matters ever originating within his classroom. He was a friend to many. I consider myself privileged to have been included in that group. He will be missed. We are deeply saddened by your loss. We hope and pray that you are able to find peace in these times of great loss. Posted by: Mark Gaughan at January 28, 2007 08:49 AMMr Washabaugh was one of my favorite teachers at PGHS. He always made US History interesting and shared many stories with us. My prayers are with you. God bless, Kimberly Shipp Posted by: Kimberly Shipp at January 27, 2007 11:48 PMMr Washabaugh was my favorite teacher at Prince George High School. Mr Washabaugh was a great teacher and role model. I am sorry for your loss. Don Story PGHS Class of 87 Posted by: Don Story Jr at January 27, 2007 11:25 PMI wish to express my sympathy and prayers for your family, for your loss of Chip...my friend and co worker in his many years of teaching at PGHS. He will be greatly missed by me and all he knew there. God bless all of you, Marcia B. Chiarky Posted by: Marcia B. Chiarky at January 27, 2007 06:19 PMI will always remember Mr. Washabaugh as my favorite teacher at PGHS. He loved to share stories with us. I am now a teacher myself in Prince George County and can only hope to have half the impact on my students as he had on me. I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers. It was a privilege to know Chip and call him- our friend. He was a true man of God. We wish to express our deepest sympathy on the loss of Chip. We just want you to know we are praying for all of you. May God comfort you with His love and care during this time. Matthew 5:4 Mrs. Washabaugh and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Washabaugh was one of my favorite teachers at PG. It was so wonderful getting to see both of you at St. Mark's when the church hosted the pre-school families. I know that your faith and memories will keep you strong in this very difficult time. Mr. Washabaugh truly was a special man and will be missed by all whose life he graced! God Bless, Missy (Hale) Gates Posted by: Missy Gates at January 26, 2007 06:03 PM |
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