In Loving Memory of Harry Fumba Vannie

(Harry's 2013 Golf R - Photo by Alles Gute Designs)

It is extremely sad to share that Stohlman VW Certified Master, Harry Vannie passed away earlier this week. After battling numerous complications, Harry passed Sunday morning. We are all devastated by this loss, and send our thoughts and prayers to his family. Harry was a respected and beloved member of the Nova Dubs community, and will be missed by many. Below is his obituary and information about funeral arrangements. Also, the Nova Dubs community has arranged a final cruise for Harry on Saturday, the 22nd (tomorrow) before his funeral at 7:30am, meeting in Fairfax, VA.

Also, if you haven't already, please donate to Harry's GoFundMe page. Donations will go to directly to his wife Kris to help funeral costs.

http://www.gofundme.com/harryvannie


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Harry Fumba Vannie
January 3, 1975 - November 16, 2014
Our family is deeply saddened to announce that our beloved Harry Fumba Vannie passed away on November 16, 2014 at Georgetown University Hospital, in Washington, DC after valiantly fighting a sudden illness. He is survived by his wife Kristina, and his three children, Avery, Angelina and Winifred, his mother, Winifred Kargbo (Dr. Charles Kargbo), his brother, Sam, and Sister, Jenneh, as well as a host of cousins, uncles and aunts, and a large number of friends who considered him family. He is predeceased by his father Isaac Morlay Vannie. Regarded by all as one of the nicest people you would ever meet, Harry leaves behind a legacy of good will and genuine friendship, his love of family, love of cars and his overall love of life. 

We will all miss Harry and his unique ability to brighten a room, encourage a friend, and revive our spirit. Arrangements to honor Harry’s life are listed below:

Wake held on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 7:00pm – 9:00pm
J.B. Jenkins Funeral Home
7474 Landover Road
Hyattsville, MD 20785

Funeral Service held on Saturday, November 22, 2014 at 10:00am
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
11525 Prospect Hill Road
Glenn Dale, MD 20769

Repast will be held at 3pm
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
11525 Prospect Hill Road
Glenn Dale, MD 20769
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(Thanks to Nick Bottini and Nova Dubs)

If you'd like to share any memories of Harry, tweet us @stohlmanauto. Take care, Harry. You will be missed.


Esther Cho
VW Product Specialist
@esther_ch5