Hugh Arthur McDermott, born May 5, 1936 in Moore County, N.C., died Sept. 19, 2015. He graduated from North Carolina State University with a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering in 1959. He earned his Master’s degree in engineering at George Washington University. He worked at the Naval Ordnance Station, Indian Head, Md., from 1959-1967. He then worked at the Naval Ordnance Systems Command, Arlington from 1967-1999.
Hugh was a worldwide traveler and a 46-year member and volunteer at Aldersgate United Methodist Church in Alexandria.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Patricia D. McDermott (Barclift), and his children Dr. David H. McDermott (Kellie) and Susan D. McDermott. Also his grandchildren Diana L. McDermott and William D. McDermott and step grandchildren Paul W. Wragg and Erica C. Wragg.
A memorial service will be held Saturday, Oct. 3, 2015, at noon, at Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 1301 Collingwood Road, Alexandria.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to the Capital Caring Hospice, 2900 Telestar Court, Falls Church, VA 22042.