Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

January 28, 1944 - May 2, 2022

Behrooz Ben Wosoogh of Mt. Vernon, VA, passed away at his home after a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Abadan, Iran, on January 28, 1944. Upon graduation from high school he attended a year of medical school in Tehran, Iran, but then decided he wanted to attend college in the United States. He arrived in Washington, DC in April 1964 and soon began his studies at the University of Maryland, College Park, MD. After graduating with a degree in Electrical Engineering, he worked for AMF for one year and then began his 31-year career working for the U. S. Dept. of Navy. He loved working there and was so proud to be a U.S. Citizen and serving his beloved country in this capacity. After his retirement from Civil Service, he worked 4 years for ITT.

“Ben” was known for his love of family, appreciation and pride of his U.S. citizenship, his bigger-than-life smile and personality, intelligence, humor, hospitality and generosity. He never met a stranger, had a special gift for remembering and delivering jokes, enjoyed all types of music, dancing, gardening, travelling, hiking, chess, and backgammon.

Ben’s family honors and celebrates his rich Persian heritage. Our lives were enriched by this ancient culture of language, food, customs, poetry, music, art and so much more.

Ben is survived by his wife (Jane) of 56-1/2 years, his daughters Wendy (Steve) and Heather (Mike); 5 grandchildren (Ariana, Raquel, Cyrus, Maximus and Teagan), 2 step-grandsons (Tyler and Dylan); a sister, Jupiter and a brother, Mehrdad. He was preceded in death by his mother (Bibi Shifteh), father (Ali Anvar), brother (Cyrus), mother-in-law (Helen) and father-in-law (Charles).

A private family burial will be in the memorial garden of St. James Episcopal Church and a Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 3, 2022, at 11:00 am at St. James Episcopal Church, 5614 Old Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22309.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. James Episcopal Church, 5614 Old Mill Rd., Alexandria, VA 22309; Capital Caring, 3180 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, VA 22042 (or capitalcaringhealth.org), or alz.org

Behrooz Ben Wosoogh of Mt. Vernon, VA, passed away at his home after a long illness. He was surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Abadan, Iran, on January 28, 1944. Upon graduation from high school he attended a year of medical school in Tehran, Iran, but then decided he wanted to attendContinue Reading

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What wonderful neighbors and fellow church family @ St. James. When we lost our daughter, Leah, Jane and Ben were so wonderful to our family. Rest well in heaven, Ben

Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, unheard, but always near, Still loved, still missed and very dear. 3 trees were planted in the memory of Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

We got to know Ben and Jane when We moved to Virginia in 2003 and joined Saint James church. They helped us get settled in and acclimated to the area as we knew no one here. Ben was one of the most up beat people we have ever know. He always seemed to have a new joke to tell and enjoyed hearing new ones. We are sure he is still that now. Commander Wayne L. Johnson, JAGC, Navy (Retired) Jennie A. Johnson Alexandria, VA

Ben cared for the world and the people in it in so many ways. May these trees beautify the world and provide a perch for his beloved birds. Ben cared for the world and the people in it in so many ways. May these trees beautify the world and provide a perch for his beloved birds. 3 trees were planted in the memory of Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

We have such wonderful memories of Ben and will always treasure them. Sending you love and our prayers. We have such wonderful memories of Ben and will always treasure them. Sending you love and our prayers. 3 trees were planted in the memory of Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Dear Jane, May our condolences bring you and your family comfort, and may our prayers ease the pain of this loss. Love, Dear Jane, May our condolences bring you and your family comfort, and may our prayers ease the pain of this loss. Love, 5 trees were planted in the memory of Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

Dear Behrooz, You touched our lives and made a better person of us, your hospitality and friendship will be greatly missed. Dear Behrooz, You touched our lives and made a better person of us, your hospitality and friendship will be greatly missed. 3 trees were planted in the memory of Behrooz Ben Wosoogh

It was an honor to have served as Mr. Ben's hospice chaplain. His love for God was always evident in his receptiveness to prayer and his smile when the name of God was mentioned. I enjoyed all of the stories that Ms. Jane would share about their life together. Their love story will remain a constant encouragement for my own marriage for many years to come. Mr. Ben will be missed, but never forgotten. Dr. James Connors

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.