Alexandria — Rebecca Lee Knight Fones, 74, of Covington, died on Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2013. She was dearly loved by her family and friends all of her life. She lived her life fully and independently until her last few years. Her unique and loving spirit will be greatly missed and always remain in family and friends’ hearts.
She was born Feb. 7, 1939 in Alexandria, the daughter of the late Frieda Hientz and Julian D. Knight, Jr. She was a graduate of George Washington High School.
She is survived by her husband and true love of 48 years, David N. Fones; one child, William D. Fones of Covington; one brother, Donald G. Knight of Harpers Ferry, W.Va.; one sister, Joan Hastings of Virginia Beach, and one grandchild, Summer Rebecca Fones of Prince William County, Va.
A private service will be held at a later date.
Arrangements by Loving Funeral Home; www.lovingfuneralhome1913.com.