William J. McDonough, passed peacefully on July 30, 2002 at home in Leesburg with his family by his side. Born February 12, 1939, in Brooklyn, New York, to the late Joseph J. and Kathryne P. McDonough.

Bill graduated from Arlington County Public Schools, and then Roanoke College in 1961 and graduated Magna Cum Laude from Kentucky School of Mortuary Science in Louisville, Kentucky in 1968.

Bills career in funeral service began in high school by

washing cars and running errands as a summer job at a local funeral home. Murphy Funeral Home opened the door to a career in funeral service and a lasting legacy.

Shirley and her late husband, William, were founders of Loudoun Funeral Chapels. She has been a life long resident of Loudoun County, being a Potterfield, Shirley is proud of her family's ancestors being one of the founders of Lovettsville. Shirley is involved in many civic activities including a lifetime member of the Rebecca's Lodge as well as a member of Leesburg United Methodist Church and Chairman of the Kathryn Eye Circle. Shirley and her family have dedicated their lives to serving the community.

Bill attended Loudoun County Public Schools growing up and graduated in 1991 from Loudoun County High. He holds a mortuary science degree from Gupton Jones Collage of Mortuary Science, Atlanta, Georgia.

He has been with the funeral home since 1991 and manages many aspects of the family business.

Bill resides in Leesburg, Virginia, with his wife and children.

A life long resident of Loudoun, Kathryn is a 1989 graduate of Loudoun County High.

She graduated in 1997, Magna Cum Laude from Gupton Jones College of Mortuary Science, Atlanta, Georgia.

She has been dedicated to the family business since 1994 and began managing the funeral home when her father passed in 2002.

She is a proud Mom of three amazing young adult children, that are all involved in the family business.

Matthew who is the Assistant Managing Director; Meghan who handles clerical duties in the business and is a college student; and Morgan who is serving her internship to become a director.

Kathryn and her family reside in Paeonian Springs. She enjoys gardening and staying active.

Mark, a life long resident of Leesburg, attended Loudoun Country Day School, Leesburg, VA, and graduated from Valley Forge Military Academy, in Valley Forge, Pennsylvania. At Loudoun Funeral Chapels, Mark helps with many aspects of funeral service, including managing the IT department and manages our monument division.

Matt is a lifelong resident of Leesburg and a graduate of Loudoun County High School, class of 2012. He furthered his education at Radford University before earning his degree from John Tyler Mortuary Science Department in Richmond, VA.

With a deep commitment to the funeral service industry, Matt has been involved in the field since the age of 16. As a third-generation funeral director in the McDonough family, he continues to carry on the family legacy with unwavering dedication to serving the community.

Matt resides in Purcellville with his wife, Polina, and their two sons. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys spending his free time on the golf course.

Meghan is a native of Leesburg and a graduate of Loudoun County High School. She has recently graduated with her associate's degree from Northern Virginia Community College and is now pursuing a degree in accounting. As a member of the McDonough family, Meghan is honored to be part of the family's enduring legacy in the community.

Alyssa is a graduate of Loudoun County High School. She is currently pursuing her passion at AVI Career Training in Vienna, Virginia, where she is enrolled in the esthetician program. In addition to her studies, Alyssa contributes to the team as a part-time Funeral Attendant, providing valuable assistance to the staff.

Morgan is a lifelong resident of Loudoun County, Virginia. A 2019 graduate of Loudoun County High School, she is currently completing her funeral service internship while pursuing a degree in mortuary science at Brightpoint Community College. Morgan and her husband, Adam, call Paeonian Springs home, where they share their life with an array of animals, including chickens, sheep and more, on their little farm.

Josh hails from Roanoke, VA, and is the proud father of four amazing children. A graduate of William Fleming High School, class of 2012, Josh has recently graduated from Brightpoint Community College (formerly known as John Tyler) and is set to sit for the state board to become licensed this spring in Mortuary Science. In addition to his academic achievements, Josh is an active and dedicated member of his community, volunteering his time to help create a safe and supportive environment for all.

Brice is a graduate of Loudoun Valley High School, Class of 2013, and earned her bachelor’s degree in communications from Radford University in 2017. Over the years, she has gained valuable experience in various fields of communications, including working with minor league baseball and wedding planning. Currently, Brice serves as the office administrator at Loudoun Funeral Chapel. She resides in Winchester VA, where she enjoys life with her husband and their two children, Jax and Adelyn.

Christopher brings with him several years of experience in funeral service.

Christopher is on track to complete his internship by spring 2026. His passion for helping others and making a positive impact in the community is evident in his work. He's not just about funeral service; he's about making a difference.

Away from work, Christopher resides in Frederick, MD, with his lovely fiancé and their adorable two-year-old son. He cherishes family time and keeps a healthy balance between work and personal life. When he's not working or spending time with his family, you'll find him working out or exploring the great outdoors.

Christopher's journey is a testament to his dedication and passion for funeral service. We're excited to see where his journey takes him!