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“Our prayers to the family. ”
1 of 11 | Posted by: Jack D. Lail - Knoxville, TN

“So sorry to hear about Mrs Lail's passing. She was the most progressive mother I knew in high school. If she did not let Karen have that one party ...Read More »
2 of 11 | Posted by: Bonnie Crowder - Dunedin, FL

“Mary Lou has always been special to me. I was nine years old when she became a part of my life. We didn't see each other that much but there was...Read More »
3 of 11 | Posted by: Hazel Hubbard - Bethlehem, NC

“Aunt Mary Lou was always such a treat to be around. Her dry sense of humor was always on point; such fond memories of sharing laughs with her. ”
4 of 11 | Posted by: Jeanie Gilbert Catt - Charlotte, NC

“I love you mom! Thank you for all the love and wonderful family that you've shared with me over the years. I have many great memories to enjoy and...Read More »
5 of 11 | Posted by: Meg Lail - Gainesville, VA

“Dear Karen ,Jim and family, So sorry for your loss. If we are able to assist in any way please let us know. ”
6 of 11 | Posted by: Karin Smerczynski - Purcellville, VA

“Mary Lou always had a way of making me feel like I was family, even though I am not. She was warm and inviting and always made me feel welcome. ...Read More »
7 of 11 | Posted by: Julie Bauer - Potomac Falls, VA

“So sorry to hear Vernon, for you and your family. Hold Meg close and remember your mother's wonderful life. -Jim ”
8 of 11 | Posted by: Jim Handy - Arlington, VA

“We've all lost a dear friend and relative when Mary Lou was called home. She and Red were wonderful to my family throughout the years, and I will...Read More »
9 of 11 | Posted by: John Hermann` - Herndon, VA

“So thankful that I got to visit with Mary Lou, Red and Karen last Tuesday. Mary Lou was a remarkable lady and an inspiring example of "love and...Read More »
10 of 11 | Posted by: Ellen Fuller - VA

“I couldn't ask for a better grandmother. She did so much for me. My summers in Colonial Beach were some of the best times of my childhood! ”
11 of 11 | Posted by: Kevin Lail - Dover, DE


Mary Lou Lail On Sunday, September 18, 2011 of Springfield, VA. Beloved wife of Clarence D. Lail; mother of Donnie Lail (Diane), Karen Sargent (Jim) and Vernon Lail (Meg); sister of Myrtle Otteson, Virgil Munson and Donald Munson; grandmother of six; great-grandmother of two. Relatives and friends may call at Jefferson Funeral Chapel, 5755 Castlewellan Dr. Alexandria, VA 22315 on Sunday, September 25 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM. Funeral service at Greenspring Village Chapel, 7410 Spring Village Dr. Springfield, VA 22150 on Monday, September 26 at 11 AM. Interment Quantico National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Greenspring Village Benevolent Care Fund.