Anita Lynn Perrow
September 26, 1948 ~ July 9, 2024
Born in:
Arlington, Virginia
Resided in:
Stafford, Virginia
Anita Lynn Perrow, age 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by her daughters on July 9, 2024, at Stafford Hospital. She was born on September 26, 1948, in Arlington, VA, to Frank and Dorothy Lynn. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and dear friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
After graduating from Wakefield High School, Anita joined the workforce. The bulk of her career was spent in purchasing with Stafford County Public Schools and the Stafford County Government. She retired in 2018 as a Purchasing Manager for Stafford County Government. Throughout her career, Anita was known for her hard work, dedication, and passion for helping others.
In addition to earning an Interior Design Certification, Anita was a certified Virginia Contracting Officer. She earned her Associates degree from Northern Virginia Community College in 2008 and her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Mary Washington in 2010.
In her free time, Anita enjoyed dancing and fitness. Anita danced first with The Good Time Cloggers and later spent a decade dancing at Amyclae Dance Academy. She was an inaugural member of the Jeff Rouse Swim & Sport Center, and she participated in races regularly. Anita was a patron of the arts and dedicated supporter of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Her love also extended to her four-legged friends. She adored cats and dogs and had a passion for rescuing senior pets. Anita attended Trinity Episcopal Church in Fredericksburg, and she enjoyed the morning prayer each day. Anita was an active member of her community, serving as President of her HOA for many years. In retirement, she enjoyed traveling, volunteering with the Stafford County R-Board, and participating in the Mary Washington Elderstudy. Anita loved all things FRIENDS, Taylor Swift, and Sauvignon Blanc.
Anita is survived by her three daughters: Theresa Aberg, husband, Tim, and grandchildren, Lucas and Sofie; Karen Zalewski, husband, Jim, and grandchild, Taylor; and Brandi Perrow, husband John, and grandchildren, Abigail, Madison, Lexi, and Victrola. She is also survived by her two brothers, Pete, his wife, Pat, and Walt, his wife, Heloise, along with their families. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her. She is preceded in death by her parents and her husband, John Edwin Perrow.
A memorial service will be held for family and friends on Sunday, July 28 at 2:00 pm at Covenant Funeral Home, 1310 Courthouse Road, Stafford, VA. Anita will be interred with her husband at Arlington National Cemetery at a future date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Stafford Hospital Foundation in support of the Spring Fever 5K Run/Walk.
Services
Memorial Service: July 28, 2024 2:00 pm
Covenant Funeral Service - Stafford
1310 Courthouse Road
Stafford, VA 22554
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My condolences to your family.
Dear Anita-it was always lovely to see you walking on Millrace Road. You always had a wonderful smile and were up for a chat. You will be missed in the community. My condolences to your family.
Karen, Jim and Taylor. So sorry for your loss. Sadly I’m out of town that weekend, so I’m unable to attend the memorial. May she always be Resting in Eternal Peace ✌️❤️🙏💔
Anita was a remarkable lady that always took the time to say hello, chat and catch up, even if it had been months since running into her. She was full of Spirit, joy and genuinely cared abut others. She was so helpful when I had the chance to work with her early in my career. She Loved her Family & Grandchildren, so proud of all. Just a lovely person, God Bless!
Anita and I became friends in junior high as we lived close to each other in Arlington, VA. We stayed friends through high school and had so much fun together as teens. All the memories of the things we did together and with our group of friends from Buckingham came flooding back. Wishing her family love and peace.
So very sorry for your loss. Anita was a wonderful, funny, compassionate woman. Sending prayers and comfort to the 3 girls and their family. Love to you Theresa.
We appreciate all of her efforts to assist her neighbors.
Respectfully,
Associa Community Management Corporation Staff
Anita was a neighbor and a dear friend. We spent many evenings sitting in her driveway, waving to neighbors and solving the world’s problems. The world is a bit dimmer without her sweet smile. Condolences to her whole family, you meant the world to her.
Anita was a gym friend who was always upbeat and who occasionally you could hear singing along to the workout tune. So happy. Only wish I had known earlier that she was a fellow Arlingtonian! With sympathy,
Karen, A mother’s love is great love it’s the first person you love in your life. I pray that God let you and your sister keep that love in your lives for every. We here in Budget Control care for you.
She lifted others up with her smile and kindness. 🙏
I just learned of Anita’s passing and was so saddened to hear such depressing news. Along with Helen Karbowski, the three of us grew up in Arlington, VA and became devoted friends. We did everything together, which included becoming the Beatles biggest fans! My sincere condolences to her daughters, brothers, and the entire family.