On Sunday February 22, in the early morning hours, we lost our beloved colleague and friend John Huff. He was 46 years old.

John impacted our lives greatly: through his kind words and deeds; his always looking for common ground and ways to connect with us; his smile and perpetually cheerful and positive attitude; his professionalism yet use of humor and perspective in his work…the list is long.

John’s wife Liz and daughter Fiona need financial assistance to help pay for Fiona's college.  Fiona is a Senior in high school currently enrolled in community college. She will graduate from Walkersville High School in Maryland in June with an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration and Accounting from Frederick Community College.

With John's passing, Fiona and Liz are focused on establishing a college fund to get Fiona through her final two years of college. Fiona has been accepted to George Washington University and the University of Tampa and is currently deciding between the two. Her current goal is to become a CPA. Like John, Fiona is smart, curious, and hard working.

I know many of you are eager to lend a helping hand to John’s family at this most difficult time. This gift will lighten Liz’s load and ease her mind; she and Fiona are beyond grateful for any help you can provide. As I know John would say, "a heartfelt thank you to you, my dear friends!"