John Feindt

John Feindt, 75, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2024, in Fairfax, VA, after a long struggle with heart disease. After several heart related health issues, he researched an innovative technology and elected to move forward with a device called a left ventricular assist device (LVAD). At the time of its placement, doctors stated that they expected it to help him live an additional 5 years. He was truly grateful for the 10 years that the LVAD and his care team gave him with his family. John was born on May 25, 1948, in Paris, France to the late Lawrence and Therese Feindt. He moved to the United States as a child and grew up in Alexandria, VA where he attended Thomas Edison High School. He met his wife of 50 years, Sue, at the local Hot Shops diner and volunteered as a firefighter locally. John and Sue raised a large family in Woodbridge, VA where they lived for most of their days. John started work as an auto-mechanic at American Service Center in 1973 and retired from that position in 2011. He loved fixing things and instilled practical knowledge in his children and grandchildren. Even when he was not able to physically fix things in his home, he was happy to hover over others and provide guidance. Always quick-witted, John and his family enjoy friendly banter with each other. He had a love/hate relationship with the Washington Nationals, was an avid reader, loved playing board games, and spending time with his family. Over the years, John could be found fishing, or spending time at the local cigar shop. He is survived by his wife, Sue of Woodbridge, VA, daughters Christine Kelly, Stephanie (Matt) Staats, Melissa (Ryan) Easton, Samantha Feindt, and son Joseph (Christy) Feindt, along with his brothers Patrick (Cindy) Feindt, Michael Feindt, and Christopher Feindt and sisters Sue Taylor and Jeanie Feindt, in addition to 8 grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews, and a loving dog named Buddy. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Therese Feindt and his brothers Frank, Larry, and James Feindt. A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 3rd at 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM with a service immediately following at the Miller Funeral Home, 3200 Golanksy Blvd, Woodbridge, VA 22192. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Inova Schar Heart and Vascular Center.

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John Feindt

February 28, 2024