Jian L. Ma Obituary
We announce the death of Jian L. Ma (Alexandria, Virginia), who passed away on September 27, 2026, at the age of 54. Jian will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jian L. Ma to pay them a last tribute.
Jian will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jian will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jian’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He is survived by: his wife Donna; his children, Joanne, Jolyne and Jonah; and his brothers, Kin Ning Ma and Kin Han Ma. He is also survived by his family, steady support for his friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM at the Everly Wheatley Funeral Home (1500 W Braddock Rd, Alexandria, VA 22302). A funeral service will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 2:30 PM to 3:00 PM at the same location. A reception will be held on Sunday, October 25th 2026 from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the same location. He also served in the nation's most critical missions, including Hurricane Katrina, the COVID-19 pandemic response, the Unaccompanied Children Mission, and Operation Allies Welcome.
