Alicia D. Medina

Alicia was born in Colombia in 1934 to Angelina and Carlos Claros and married the late Jaime Medina. Alicia was a devoted mother, talented artist, and dedicated teacher. She studied art and filled her family home with her paintings and works by other artists. Her extensive art and music collection from around the world fostered a deep appreciation for the arts within her family. For over a decade, Alicia shared her love of art and children while teaching Pre-K at Fairfax County Public Schools.

An avid traveler, Alicia journeyed across the globe, but what truly defined her was her profound love for Christ and Our Blessed Mother. She attended daily Mass at Saint Louis Catholic Church in Alexandria, VA, and was responsible for the Adoration Chapel, which held a special place in her heart.

As she grew older and moved in with her youngest daughter and son-in-law in Washington, DC, Alicia became a beloved member of the Saint Ann’s parish community, cherished by all who knew her. It was here that she met the Saint John Society and formed close relationships with their priests and missionaries; this bond was mutual. Alicia was a beautiful soul, both inside and out, and her faith always sustained her.

She passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by love, prayers, music, and her loved ones – a testament to how special she was. Now, she is in His Glory.

Alicia is survived by her two daughters, Patricia and Monica; her son-in-law, Jose Enrique; her daughter-in-law, Margarita Baptiste-Medina; her grandchildren, Nancy and her husband, Robert, Nicholas, Sebastian, Laura, Daniel, Abigail, and Juana; and her great-grandchildren, Gavin, Jordan, Payton, and Julia. She is joyfully reunited with her deceased husband, Jaime, and her deceased children, Alicita, Juan, Kike, and Carlos, in Heaven.

The funeral Mass will be held at Saint Ann Catholic Church, 4001 Yuma Street NW, Tenleytown, Washington, DC 20016, at 10 a.m., and the burial will take place immediately afterward at Gate of Heaven, 13801 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20906.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Saint John Society would be greatly appreciated.

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