Evelyn Ruth Cassell Obituary
We bid farewell to Evelyn Ruth Cassell (Fairfax, Virginia), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 4, 2025 at the age of 88. Evelyn touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the hush of twilight, as the stars twinkle in silent homage, we reflect on the legacy Evelyn leaves behind and her impact on the lives of her loved ones. Though Evelyn may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the memories held dear by her family and friends, a guiding light that illuminates their paths in times of darkness.
She was predeceased by: her husband John "Rod" Cassell; and her father Paul Laign. She is survived by: her children, Paul Cassell of Phoenix, AZ and Kristi Wilkerson (Cassell) of Mt. Vernon, VA; her son-in-law David Wilkerson; her son Todd of Springfield, VA; and her mother Ola Laign (Rockwell).
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Fairfax Memorial Funeral Home (9902 Braddock Rd, Fairfax, VA 22032). A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at 9:30 AM at the St. Mark's Lutheran Church (5800 Backlick Rd, Springfield, VA 22150). A committal service will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 at 12:30 PM at the Quantico National Cemetery (18424 Joplin Rd, Triangle, VA 22172).
